
Cheap Homes for Rent in Frankford Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $600 (13 Rentals)
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4839 Griscom St

1535 Sellers St, Unit APT 2R

1671 Orthodox St

1521-1500 Wakeling St

5302 Duffield St
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2078 Fraley St

4663 Paul St

1860 Wakeling St

1550 Ruan St

1370 Gillingham St, Unit 2

4605 Leiper St, Unit 1
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Frankford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frankford 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,350 | $1,300 | $1,400 |
| Frankford 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,838 | $1,495 | $2,200 |
| Frankford 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,833 | $1,600 | $2,200 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Frankford Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA.
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Cheapest Available Frankford Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Frankford area of Philadelphia, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Foulkrod Manor priced from $925. Carver Hall Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable Frankford apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foulkrod Manor | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Carver Hall Gardens | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Griscom Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,033 |
| Avondale Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,062 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Frankford, PA
As of June 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Frankford area is the $0.97 price per square foot 5734 Walker St Model at 5734 Walker St, Unit 2nd Flr in the in the Mayfair neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value Frankford apartment is the 1432 E Cheltenham Ave Model at 1432 E Cheltenham Ave, Unit #2 Front starting at $800 with a $0.54 price per square foot in the Mayfair neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Frankford apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5734 Walker St, Unit 2nd Flr | 5734 Walker St | 1BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| 1432 E Cheltenham Ave, Unit #2 Front | 1432 E Cheltenham Ave | 1BR,0.5BA | $0.54 |
| 2366 Orthodox St, Unit D | 2366 Orthodox St | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.59 |
| 4660 Castor Ave, Unit 2nd | 4660 Castor Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 2363 Orthodox St, Unit 2FL | 2363 Orthodox St | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Foulkrod Manor | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Griscom Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| 1220 Pratt St, Unit 2 | 1220 Pratt St | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| 1217 Arrott St, Unit 3 | 1217 Arrott St | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| 5116 Cottage St, Unit Side Unit | 5116 Cottage St | Studio ,1BA | $1.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Frankford
What type of rentals are currently available in Frankford?
There are currently 110 Apartments for Rent in Frankford, PA with pricing that ranges from $800 to $1,650. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Frankford ranging from $675 to $2,200.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Frankford?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Frankford ranges from $675 to $2,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,495.
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