Cheap Homes for Rent in Philadelphia, PA from $300 (881 Rentals)

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property at 4400 N 3rd St

$100

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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4400 N 3rd St

PhiladelphiaPA19140
property at 1711 N Willington St

$500

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6 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 1

1711 N Willington St

PhiladelphiaPA19121

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property at 124 Jamestown St

$675

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$675

1 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jul 1

124 Jamestown St

PhiladelphiaPA19127
property at 152 East St

$675

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$675

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$675

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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152 East St

PhiladelphiaPA19127
property at 221 Wendover St

$675

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$675

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$675

1 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

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221 Wendover St

PhiladelphiaPA19128
property at 124 Burnside St

$675

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1 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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124 Burnside St

PhiladelphiaPA19127

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property at 4369 Pechin St

$700

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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4369 Pechin St

PhiladelphiaPA19128
property at 5901 Christian St

$760

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$760

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4 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jun 15

5901 Christian St

PhiladelphiaPA19143

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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property at 5900 Pine St

$795

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Studio, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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5900 Pine St

PhiladelphiaPA19143
property at 3100 N 29th St

$800 - $1,100

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1 To 2 Bedroom Townhomes for Rent

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3100 N 29th St

PhiladelphiaPA19132
property at 1217 Arrott St

$825

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1217 Arrott St

PhiladelphiaPA19124

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Philadelphia, PA

Pricing Updated: 06/13/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Philadelphia, PA area range in price from $300 to $24,995 with an overall median price of $3,189. The three Philadelphia neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Bridesburg at $825, Haddington at $300, and Millbourne at $300. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Philadelphia Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Bridesburg$1,325$82519
Haddington$1,340$30025
Millbourne$1,340$30058
Tacony Wissinoming$1,350$82520
Amherst Farms$1,399$5743
Amherst Meadows$1,399$5743
Price Tract$1,400$8824
Cobbs Creek$1,450$65053
Oxford Circle$1,470$74032
Oxford Circle Castor$1,470$80035

Cheapest Available Philadelphia Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Philadelphia, PA is a Studio unit found at Four Freedoms House- Seniors 62 yrs and older in the West Mount Airy neighborhood priced from $502. Flagstone Point in the Amherst Meadows neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $574. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Philadelphia apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Four Freedoms House- Seniors 62 yrs and olderEfficiencyStudio,1BA$502
Flagstone Point1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$574
Student Housing - Newly Renovated3BR/1.0BA3BR,1BA$695
Temple CrossingOne Month Free (1 Bed w/ Office & Storage)4BR,2BA$740
Stonehurst ApartmentsQuartzStudio,1BA$750
1515 N. 16th3BR/3.0BA3BR,3BA$750
Oak Lane Court Apartments0/1.0Studio,1BA$750
The AntoinetteStudio - ClassicStudio,1BA$750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Philadelphia, PA

As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Philadelphia area is the $0.46 price per square foot 62 Penn Blvd Model at 62 Penn Blvd, Unit 1st Floor in the in the Southwest Philadelphia neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Philadelphia apartment is the 2213 N 33rd St Model at 2213 N 33rd St, Unit 2 starting at $1,275 with a $0.71 price per square foot in the Belmont neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Philadelphia apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
62 Penn Blvd, Unit 1st Floor62 Penn Blvd2BR,1BA$0.46
2213 N 33rd St, Unit 22213 N 33rd St1BR,1BA$0.71
1432 E Cheltenham Ave, Unit #2 Front1432 E Cheltenham Ave1BR,0.5BA$0.54
The Elm On 63rdType 124BR,4BA$0.71
Skyline Apartments2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.67
5844 Theodore St, Unit 2nd floor5844 Theodore St1BR,1BA$0.71
5409 Walnut St5409 Walnut St1BR,1BA$0.73
Sharswood Townhouses II2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.81
Sharswood Townhouses III2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.80
140 Sumac St140 Sumac St2BR,0.5BA$0.73

Beyond Campus: Exploring the Best Philadelphia Neighborhoods for College Life

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Dawn

March 31, 2026

I've lived here in Philadelphia all of my life and I'm 57 years old and to be honest South Philly never looked as good as it does.me and my daughter father broke up and he sold the house he owned and my daughter was getting ready to to college with a full scholarship so she moved in with him and his wife because the house was closed so I live in SW Philly on SSI and I'm trying my best to get a house or apartment but it's hard. But Center City looks good, They have bikes in all the neighborhoods and everything has changed and that's a good thing. Now only if I can get my house or apartment I'd thank the Lord.

Frequently Asked Questions about Philadelphia

What type of rentals are currently available in Philadelphia?

There are currently 8241 Apartments for Rent in Philadelphia, PA with pricing that ranges from $300 to $24,995. There are also 2341 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Philadelphia ranging from $390 to $23,500.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Philadelphia ranges from $390 to $23,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,824.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Philadelphia?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Philadelphia range from $625 to $15,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $800 to $10,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $550 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $560.

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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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A Local Expert's Guide to the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Philadelphia

Written by: Richard Corrigan

There’s always been more to Philadelphia than meets the eye. When I first came here, I saw it as a tough, gritty town.

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Unlock Your Philly Commute: Your Guide to Renting Near the Citys Biggest Employers

Written by: Richard Corrigan

Philadelphia is a city of neighborhoods. Those who live here take great pride in our specific corners of the city.

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Beyond the Cheesesteak: The Ultimate Philadelphia Transplant Guide

Written by: Richard Corrigan

Welcome to Philadelphia! It’s the city of brotherly love, cheesesteaks, Ben Franklin and Rocky Balboa. And I don’t think you need me to tell you, it’s also a lot more than that.

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Beyond Campus: Exploring the Best Philadelphia Neighborhoods for College Life

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Philadelphia isn’t necessarily thought of as a college town, but it’s home to some of Pennsylvania’s biggest colleges and universities, and thousands of students call the city home.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.