Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Philadelphia Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $300 (696 Rentals)

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property at 1000 Diamond St

$655 - $2,600

1 To 4 Bedroom Rentals

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1000 Diamond St

PhiladelphiaPA19122

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property at 1836 N Bouvier St

$750 - $2,800

1 To 4 Bedroom Rentals

Available Aug 1

1836 N Bouvier St

PhiladelphiaPA19121

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North Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available North Philadelphia Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1515 N. 16th2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Philadelphia, PA

As of January 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Philadelphia area is the $0.95 price per square foot 1816 W Norris St Model at 1816 W Norris St, Unit 1 in the in the Poplar neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value North Philadelphia 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 North Philadelphia apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1816 W Norris St, Unit 11816 W Norris St4BR,3BA$0.95
4046 Ogden St, Unit C4046 Ogden St3BR,1BA$0.92
1816 N 17th St, Unit A1816 N 17th St3BR,2BA$0.67
1432 E Cheltenham Ave, Unit #2 Front1432 E Cheltenham Ave1BR,0.5BA$0.54
Skyline Apartments2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.67
The Berks at 18504 Bedrooms, 4.5 Bathrooms4BR,4.5BA$0.54
1613 W Diamond St, Unit 31613 W Diamond St1BR,2BA$0.55
1610 Dyre St, Unit 2nd Fl - B2 - SRO1610 Dyre StStudio ,1BA$0.67
1620 Foulkrod St, Unit 1st Fl - A1 - SRO1620 Foulkrod StStudio ,1BA$0.79
1616 Foulkrod St, Unit 3rd Fl - C2 - SRO1616 Foulkrod StStudio ,1BA$0.79

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

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers is proud to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Pennsylvania and customized analysis for East Central Philadelphia, PA. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Philadelphia Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in North Philadelphia?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in North Philadelphia is under $700.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Philadelphia?

The cheapest apartment in North Philadelphia is Arizona Lofts which is listed at $886, while the average apartment in North Philadelphia costs $3,000.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in North Philadelphia?

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 568 regular apartments in North Philadelphia 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 North Philadelphia?

Cheap apartments in North Philadelphia have an average cost of $408 which is $2,592 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Philadelphia.

Expert Rental Resources

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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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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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Unlock Your Philly Commute: Your Guide to Renting Near the Citys Biggest Employers

Written by: Richard Corrigan

Philadelphia is a city of neighborhoods. Those who live here take great pride in our specific corners of the city.

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Beyond the Cheesesteak: The Ultimate Philadelphia Transplant Guide

Written by: Richard Corrigan

Welcome to Philadelphia! It’s the city of brotherly love, cheesesteaks, Ben Franklin and Rocky Balboa. And I don’t think you need me to tell you, it’s also a lot more than that.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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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!