Cheap Homes for Rent in Holmesburg Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $1,200 (6 Rentals)

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Holmesburg, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Holmesburg Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Holmesburg area of Philadelphia, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at 8381 Frankford Avenue priced from $1,095. Creekview Terrace Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,115. Here are the most affordable Holmesburg apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
8381 Frankford Avenue1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,095
Creekview Terrace Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath | Classic1BR,1BA$1,115
Tolbut 4409StudioStudio,1BA$1,160

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Holmesburg, PA

As of July 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Holmesburg area is the $1.63 price per square foot 4228 Cottman Ave Model at 4228 Cottman Ave, Unit 1st floor in the in the Mayfair neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Holmesburg apartment is the 1 Bed 1 Bath | Renovated Model at Park Terrace Apartments starting at $1,545 with a $2.21 price per square foot in the Mayfair neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Holmesburg apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
4228 Cottman Ave, Unit 1st floor4228 Cottman Ave2BR,1BA$1.63
Park Terrace Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath | Renovated1BR,1BA$2.21
Stradford Arms1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.74
8381 Frankford Avenue1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.83
Creekview Terrace Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath | Classic1BR,1BA$1.86
Tolbut 4409StudioStudio ,1BA$2.58

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Frequently Asked Questions about Holmesburg

What type of rentals are currently available in Holmesburg?

There are currently 54 Apartments for Rent in Holmesburg, PA with pricing that ranges from $1,115 to $1,832. There are also 10 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Holmesburg ranging from $1,250 to $2,400.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Holmesburg?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Holmesburg ranges from $1,250 to $2,400 with an average monthly rent of $1,728.

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