
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mayfair Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $600 (106 Rentals)
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6617 Rutland St

The Park Circle Apartments

1347 Sellers St

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5116 Cottage St, Unit Side Unit

5116 Cottage St

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1217 Arrott St, Unit 3

Mayfair Garden Apartments

1682 Harrison St

6617 Rutland St
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6617 Rutland St

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1521 Wakeling St, Unit 1R

Manchester Apartments

4525 Lardner St

4605 Leiper St

5016 Griscom St, Unit D

Longshore Apartments

Algon Gardens

Foulkrod Manor

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1705 Harrison St

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4943 Penn St

1515 Arrott St, Unit B

4705 Longshore Ave

5709 Leonard St

Willows Apartments

Carver Hall Gardens

1370 Gillingham St, Unit 2

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6419 Tulip St, Unit Tulip Street 2nd Floor

7111 Rising Sun Avenue, Unit 3 rd floor
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Algon Arms

Glendale House

1220 Pratt St, Unit 2

6216 Erdrick St

Oxford Apartments

Oxford Gardens Apartments

4605 Leiper St, Unit 1
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6800 Bingham St, Unit 2

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2106 Orthodox St

7408 - 7428 Alma St

Oakland Terrace Apartments

4732 Longshore Ave

Borbeck Court

7816 Frontenac St

5244 Glenloch St

Regency Park
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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 | $1,104 | $795 | $1,699 |
| Mayfair 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,257 | $600 | $1,750 |
| Mayfair 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,608 | $1,025 | $2,178 |
| Mayfair 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,477 | $1,477 | $1,477 |
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There are currently 106 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 The Park Circle Apartments priced from $795. Mayfair Garden Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Mayfair apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Park Circle Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Mayfair Garden Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Manchester Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Longshore Apartments | Studio, 1BR | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Algon Gardens | AG| Studio Jr | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Foulkrod Manor | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mayfair, PA
As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mayfair area is the $0.87 price per square foot 5734 Walker St Model at 5734 Walker St, Unit 2nd Flr in the in the Mayfair neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Mayfair apartment is the 1432 E Cheltenham Ave Model at 1432 E Cheltenham Ave starting at $875 with a $0.59 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5734 Walker St, Unit 2nd Flr | 5734 Walker St | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| 1432 E Cheltenham Ave | 1432 E Cheltenham Ave | 1BR,0.5BA | $0.59 |
| 8139 Frankford Ave, Unit Unit 4 | 8139 Frankford Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| 6419 Tulip St, Unit Tulip Street 2nd Floor | 6419 Tulip St | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| The Park Circle Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| 7111 Rising Sun Avenue, Unit 3 rd floor | 7111 Rising Sun Avenue | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Foulkrod Manor | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Griscom Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| 1217 Arrott St, Unit 3 | 1217 Arrott St | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Mayfair Garden Apartments | Efficiency | Studio ,1BA | $1.31 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMayfair, Philadelphia, PA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Mayfair, Philadelphia, PA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mayfair Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mayfair?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mayfair is at The Park Circle Apartments listed at $795.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mayfair Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mayfair Apartment is $895 at Manchester Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mayfair Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mayfair is starting from $1,195 at The Park Circle Apartments.
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