
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mayfair Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $500 (28 Rentals)
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1620 Foulkrod St, Unit A1 - SRO

1647 Pratt St, Unit 2nd floor - B2

Algon Gardens

1432 E Cheltenham Ave, Unit #2 Front

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Mayfair, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mayfair?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mayfair Studio Apartments | $922 | $550 | $1,400 |
| Mayfair 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,238 | $550 | $1,754 |
| Mayfair 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,537 | $900 | $3,346 |
| Mayfair 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,673 | $1,400 | $2,000 |
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There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Mayfair Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA.
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Cheapest Available Mayfair Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mayfair area of Philadelphia, PA is a Studio unit found at Arizona Lofts priced from $707. Algon Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Mayfair apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $707 |
| Algon Gardens | AG| Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| The Park Circle Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $830 |
| Mayfair Garden Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $830 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mayfair, PA
As of November 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mayfair area is the $0.54 price per square foot 1432 E Cheltenham Ave Model at 1432 E Cheltenham Ave, Unit #2 Front in the in the Mayfair neighborhood starting from $800. The second greatest value Mayfair apartment is the 1305 Foulkrod St Model at 1305 Foulkrod St, Unit Northwood starting at $975 with a $0.70 price per square foot in the Mayfair neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mayfair apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1432 E Cheltenham Ave, Unit #2 Front | 1432 E Cheltenham Ave | 1BR,0.5BA | $0.54 |
| 1305 Foulkrod St, Unit Northwood | 1305 Foulkrod St | 1BR,1BA | $0.70 |
| 1549 Levick St, Unit 1 | 1549 Levick St | 3BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| 6419 Tulip St, Unit Tulip Street 2nd Floor | 6419 Tulip St | 1BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| 7414 Montour St, Unit A | 7414 Montour St | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 1610 Dyre St, Unit SRO-2F | 1610 Dyre St | 1BR,1BA | $0.67 |
| Park Villa Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.12 |
| 7111 Rising Sun Avenue, Unit 3 rd floor | 7111 Rising Sun Avenue | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 1620 Foulkrod St, Unit A1 - SRO | 1620 Foulkrod St | 1BR,1BA | $0.79 |
| 1616 Foulkrod St, Unit 3rd Floor C2 | 1616 Foulkrod St | Studio ,1BA | $0.79 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMayfair, Philadelphia, PA
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Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Mayfair, Philadelphia, PA
Solis-Cohen Solomon School
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Getting Around the Mayfair Neighborhood in Philadelphia, PA
Walk Score®
85 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
58 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
63 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mayfair Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Mayfair?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Mayfair is under $830.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mayfair?
The cheapest apartment in Mayfair is Manchester Apartments which is listed at $895, while the average apartment in Mayfair costs $1,772.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mayfair?
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 8 regular apartments in Mayfair 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 Mayfair?
Cheap apartments in Mayfair have an average cost of $101 which is $1,671 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mayfair.
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