Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mill Creek Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $500 (49 Rentals)
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3864 W Girard Ave, Unit 2nd Floor - B2

5613 Wyalusing Ave, Unit 2F

425 N 41st St

214 N 54th St

5900 Haverford Ave

146 N Peach St
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4232 Chestnut St

Brentwood

1628 N 52nd St, Unit 1628 N 52nd Street #3

5331 Market St

729 N 43rd St

1236 N 55th St

978 N 45th St
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3952 Lancaster Ave

939 Belmont Ave

4400 Lancaster Ave

5143 W Girard Ave

4253 Viola St

4150 Parkside Ave

4200 Lancaster Ave
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4203 Walnut St

5043 Walnut St

5122 Arch St

4051 Powelton Ave, Unit 2A

929 N 40th St
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Mill Creek, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mill Creek?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mill Creek Studio Apartments | $1,381 | $825 | $2,083 |
| Mill Creek 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,461 | $750 | $2,099 |
| Mill Creek 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,683 | $1,025 | $3,100 |
| Mill Creek 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,900 | $1,200 | $3,200 |
| Mill Creek 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,565 | $2,195 | $3,000 |
| Mill Creek 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,450 | $2,400 | $2,500 |
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madison Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| West Lofts Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,115 |
| 44West | Standard Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Ludlow 43 | Studio | Studio,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1628 N 52nd St, Unit 1628 N 52nd Street #3 | 1628 N 52nd St | 1BR,1BA | $0.39 |
| 5103 Chancellor St, Unit 1 | 5103 Chancellor St | 3BR,2BA | $1.57 |
| 133 S 57th St, Unit 3 | 133 S 57th St | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| 5223 Irving St, Unit 3 | 5223 Irving St | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Madison Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| 721 N 40th St, Unit 2 | 721 N 40th St | 2BR,2BA | $1.74 |
| 3864 W Girard Ave, Unit 2nd Floor - B2 | 3864 W Girard Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| 5244 Pennsgrove St, Unit 3 | 5244 Pennsgrove St | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| The Eleanor at Chestnut (Per Bedroom Lease) | 2 x 2 Standard | 2BR,3BA | $1.51 |
| 1220 N 55th St, Unit 1 | 1220 N 55th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
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.
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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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