
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Kingsessing Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $800 (40 Rentals)
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1209 S 58th St, Unit Unit 3E

Hoffman Place Apartments

5536 Chester Ave

5426 Christian St

1209 S 58th St, Unit Unit 4B

4617 Kingsessing Ave

5431 Baltimore Ave
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1620 S 56th St

The Irvine

1004 S 52nd St

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830 S 49th St, Unit 5, Unit 5

5847 Willows Ave, Unit Unit 2

5847 Willows Ave, Unit Unit 1

5847 Willows Ave, Unit Unit 3

5448 Springfield Ave
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1235 S 47th St

1448 S 52nd St

5007 Pentridge St

5437 Christian St

623 S 42nd St

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RSS-University Court

5358 Woodland Ave

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Chester Plaza

6014 Springfield Ave

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1900 S 65th St

1630 S Frazier St

5237 Chester Ave

1828 S Alden St

4501 Chester Ave

1908 S 65th St

908 S 47th St

2430 S Frazier St
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Kingsessing, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kingsessing?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsessing Studio Apartments | $1,213 | $850 | $1,399 |
| Kingsessing 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,364 | $925 | $1,800 |
| Kingsessing 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,550 | $975 | $2,450 |
| Kingsessing 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,018 | $1,350 | $3,010 |
| Kingsessing 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 |
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Cheapest Available Kingsessing Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Kingsessing area of Philadelphia, PA is a Studio unit found at Winchester Apartments priced from $850. Hoffman Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable Kingsessing apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winchester Apartments | Montgomery | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Hoffman Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| The Irvine | Studio C | Studio,1BA | $1,349 |
| Bell Tower Community | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kingsessing, PA
As of May 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kingsessing area is the $1.14 price per square foot 1311 S 52nd St Model at 1311 S 52nd St, Unit 4 in the in the Belmont neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Kingsessing apartment is the 1018 S 55th St Model at 1018 S 55th St, Unit 2 starting at $1,450 with a $1.53 price per square foot in the Belmont neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kingsessing apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1311 S 52nd St, Unit 4 | 1311 S 52nd St | 3BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| 1018 S 55th St, Unit 2 | 1018 S 55th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| 5425 Ridgewood St, Unit #2 | 5425 Ridgewood St | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Hoffman Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Bell Tower Community | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| The Irvine | Studio C | Studio ,1BA | $2.33 |
| 830 S 49th St, Unit 5 | 830 S 49th St | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| Winchester Apartments | Montgomery | Studio ,1BA | $3.27 |
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2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kingsessing Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Kingsessing?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Kingsessing is under $1,399.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Kingsessing?
The cheapest apartment in Kingsessing is Winchester Apartments which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in Kingsessing costs $1,895.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Kingsessing?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3 regular apartments in Kingsessing that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Kingsessing?
Cheap apartments in Kingsessing have an average cost of $458 which is $1,437 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Kingsessing.
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