Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mill Creek Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $500 (49 Rentals)

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property at 214 N 54th St

214 N 54th St

PhiladelphiaPA19139

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property at 3952 Lancaster Ave

3952 Lancaster Ave

PhiladelphiaPA19104
property at 4200 Lancaster Ave

4200 Lancaster Ave

PhiladelphiaPA19104

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property at 929 N 40th St

929 N 40th St

PhiladelphiaPA19104

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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Walnut Court Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Walnut Court Apartments

131 S 48th StPhiladelphia, PA 19139
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Verona Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Verona Apartments

4701-4723 Walnut StPhiladelphia, PA 19139
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Madison Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Madison Apartments

216 S 48th StPhiladelphia, PA 19139
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105 S 41st Street
1 Bedroom Apartments

105 S 41st Street

105 S 41st StPhiladelphia, PA 19104
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1 Bedroom Apartments

Walnut_5236

5236 Walnut StPhiladelphia, PA 19139
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University City Associates
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

University City Associates

4039 Chestnut StPhiladelphia, PA 19104
Student Housing
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4138 W Girard Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4138 W Girard Ave

4138 W Girard AvePhiladelphia, PA 19104
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325 N 40th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

325 N 40th St

325 N 40th StPhiladelphia, PA 19104
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4200 Lancaster Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4200 Lancaster Ave

4200 Lancaster AvePhiladelphia, PA 19104
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Mill Creek, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Mill Creek Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mill Creek area of Philadelphia, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Madison Apartments priced from $925. West Lofts Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,115. Here are the most affordable Mill Creek apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Madison ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$925
West Lofts ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,115
44WestStandard Studio1BR,1BA$1,150
Ludlow 43StudioStudio,1BA$1,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mill Creek, PA

As of November 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mill Creek area is the $0.39 price per square foot 1628 N 52nd St Model at 1628 N 52nd St, Unit 1628 N 52nd Street #3 in the in the Belmont neighborhood starting from $950. The second greatest value Mill Creek apartment is the 5103 Chancellor St Model at 5103 Chancellor St, Unit 1 starting at $1,850 with a $1.57 price per square foot in the Belmont neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mill Creek apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1628 N 52nd St, Unit 1628 N 52nd Street #31628 N 52nd St1BR,1BA$0.39
5103 Chancellor St, Unit 15103 Chancellor St3BR,2BA$1.57
133 S 57th St, Unit 3133 S 57th St2BR,2BA$1.50
5223 Irving St, Unit 35223 Irving St1BR,1BA$1.30
Madison ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.93
721 N 40th St, Unit 2721 N 40th St2BR,2BA$1.74
3864 W Girard Ave, Unit 2nd Floor - B23864 W Girard Ave1BR,1BA$0.97
5244 Pennsgrove St, Unit 35244 Pennsgrove St2BR,1BA$1.60
The Eleanor at Chestnut (Per Bedroom Lease)2 x 2 Standard2BR,3BA$1.51
1220 N 55th St, Unit 11220 N 55th St2BR,1BA$1.83

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Mill Creek, Philadelphia, PA

Ranked #88

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

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4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mill Creek Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Mill Creek?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Mill Creek is under $1,200.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mill Creek?

The cheapest apartment in Mill Creek is Madison Apartments which is listed at $925, while the average apartment in Mill Creek costs $2,500.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mill Creek?

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 48 regular apartments in Mill Creek 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 Mill Creek?

Cheap apartments in Mill Creek have an average cost of $547 which is $1,953 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mill Creek.

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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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.