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property at 120 Chestnut St

120 Chestnut St

PhiladelphiaPA19106
property at 120 Chestnut St

120 Chestnut St

PhiladelphiaPA19106

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property at 42 S 15th St

42 S 15th St

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property at 450 N 18th St

450 N 18th St

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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property at 42 S 15th St

42 S 15th St

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property at 450 N 18th St

450 N 18th St

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property at 50 S 2nd St

50 S 2nd St

PhiladelphiaPA19106
property at 450 N 18th St

450 N 18th St

PhiladelphiaPA19130
property at 450 N 18th St

450 N 18th St

PhiladelphiaPA19130
property at 42 S 15th St

42 S 15th St

PhiladelphiaPA19102
property at 1223-25 Wood St

1223-25 Wood St

PhiladelphiaPA19107
property at 1241 Vine St

1241 Vine St

PhiladelphiaPA19107

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property at 1832 Green St

1832 Green St

PhiladelphiaPA19130
property at 42 S 15th St

42 S 15th St

PhiladelphiaPA19102
property at 450 N 18th St

450 N 18th St

PhiladelphiaPA19130
property at 1211 Race St

1211 Race St

PhiladelphiaPA19107
property at 1024 Race St

1024 Race St

PhiladelphiaPA19107

Philadelphia's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Philadelphia and the best places to live with original content written by our Local Expert Richard Corrigan

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Market East, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Market East Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Market East area of Philadelphia, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Universal Court 1 priced from $812. 1919 Spring Garden Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable Market East apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Universal Court 11 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$812
1919 Spring Garden Street1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,000
1501 Locust St Residential0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,000
Marshall Square ApartmentsVillage1BR,1BA$1,000
Juniper PlaceStudioStudio,1BA$1,025
The ClaremontStudioStudio,1BA$1,075
Clinton PlaceStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,085
Papermill Lofts236 #2AStudio,1BA$1,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Market East, PA

As of September 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Market East area is the $1.69 price per square foot 1928 Rodman St Model at 1928 Rodman St, Unit 1928 Rodman St A in the in the Belmont neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value Market East apartment is the 2013 Walnut St Model at 2013 Walnut St, Unit #4 starting at $2,200 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the Belmont neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Market East apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1928 Rodman St, Unit 1928 Rodman St A1928 Rodman St3BR,2.5BA$1.69
2013 Walnut St, Unit #42013 Walnut St2BR,1.5BA$1.22
529 S 17th St, Unit B529 S 17th St2BR,1BA$1.47
1240 Lecount St, Unit A1240 Lecount St2BR,1BA$1.28
1236 Lecount St, Unit A1236 Lecount St2BR,1BA$1.35
914 E Passyunk Ave, Unit 1R914 E Passyunk Ave2BR,1BA$1.57
112 S 20th St, Unit 5112 S 20th St1BR,1BA$1.55
1629 South St, Unit 1629 South St. 1 Bed 1 Ba1629 South St1BR,1BA$1.30
Marshall Square ApartmentsVillage1BR,1BA$1.38
Universal Court 11 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.29

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Market East, Philadelphia, PA

Ranked #5

Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Market East

What type of rentals are currently available in Market East?

There are currently 1917 Apartments for Rent in Market East, PA with pricing that ranges from $680 to $29,970. There are also 543 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Market East ranging from $550 to $17,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Market East?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Market East ranges from $550 to $17,900 with an average monthly rent of $3,825.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Market East?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Market East range from $1,119 to $18,280, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,950 to $17,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,241.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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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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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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