
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mill Creek Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $500 (61 Rentals)
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939 Belmont Ave

4122 Ogden St

Ludlow 43

4728 Chestnut St

41 N Paxon St

5811 Market St

4320 Wyalusing Ave

214 N 54th St

4902 Kershaw St, Unit 2nd Floor
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5900 Haverford Ave

Brentwood

223 S 49th St

4 N 50th St

618 N 40th St

4633 Walnut St, Unit B

5331 Market St

1236 N 55th St

329 N Preston St

5128 Arch St
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113 N 50th St, Unit 3

136 N 50th St, Unit 3

201 N 59th St

5135 Ranstead St

4419 Ludlow St

44West

4238 W Girard Ave

4203 Walnut St

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5122 Arch St
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5502 Chancellor St

5166 Parkside ave, Unit 2nd Floor

5900 Market St

5820 Arch St

1721 N Creighton St

The Felix

918 N 48th St

1030 N 48th St

4124 Haverford Ave

4706 Chestnut St
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4701 Chestnut St

4122 Haverford Ave

253 S 51st St

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4027 Baring Street

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339 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 | $1,360 | $700 | $1,695 |
| Mill Creek 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,547 | $745 | $2,900 |
| Mill Creek 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,835 | $1,000 | $3,100 |
| Mill Creek 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,096 | $1,200 | $3,200 |
| Mill Creek 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,643 | $1,775 | $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 339 N 40th St priced from $925. Madison Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,025. Here are the most affordable Mill Creek apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 339 N 40th St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Madison Apartments | One Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| 44West | Standard Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| West Lofts Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
| The Felix | Studio - Layout A | Studio,1BA | $1,130 |
| Ludlow 43 | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mill Creek, PA
As of January 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mill Creek area is the $1.18 price per square foot 721 N 40th St Model at 721 N 40th St, Unit 3 in the in the Belmont neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Mill Creek apartment is the 4046 Ogden St Model at 4046 Ogden St, Unit C starting at $1,475 with a $0.92 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 721 N 40th St, Unit 3 | 721 N 40th St | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.18 |
| 4046 Ogden St, Unit C | 4046 Ogden St | 3BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| 4102 Ogden St, Unit B | 4102 Ogden St | 3BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| 759 N Preston St, Unit a | 759 N Preston St | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.23 |
| 1720 Memorial Ave, Unit Three | 1720 Memorial Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 207 S 49th St, Unit B | 207 S 49th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 1318 N 57th St, Unit 2 | 1318 N 57th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| 836 N Preston St, Unit F | 836 N Preston St | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| 4210 Powelton Ave, Unit First Floor | 4210 Powelton Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| The Eleanor at Chestnut (Per Bedroom Lease) | 2 x 2 Standard | 2BR,3BA | $1.51 |
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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 $1,150.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mill Creek?
The cheapest apartment in Mill Creek is 339 N 40th St which is listed at $925, while the average apartment in Mill Creek costs $2,900.
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 77 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 $852 which is $2,048 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mill Creek.
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