
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Old City Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA (102 Rentals)


The Ledger Residences

400 Market Flats

The National

Lotus

The Ryland

The Broderick

The Lofts at 509 Vine

313 Race

Papermill Lofts
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The Mercantile Apartments

The Chocolate Works

214 Vine

Head House Flats

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224 Arch St

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250 N Christopher Columbus Blvd

308 York Ave, Unit Apartment #2

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4 S Front St, Unit 4

133 N Bread St
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38 N 3rd St, Unit 5

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222-24 Vine St, Unit SI ID1060932P

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222-24 Vine St, Unit SI ID1060934P

408 N Front St

12 Letitia St

209 New St

501 South St

501 Vine St

136 N Bread St
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52 N 2nd St

130 Elfreth's Alley

518-530 S 2nd St

The Wireworks

Penn's Landing Square

Pier 3

108 Arch St

525-533 1/2 Spruce St

263 N 3rd St

128 N 3rd St
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335 N Front St

St. James Court

311-313 N Front St

Sonder the Edison

4 S Strawberry St

Papermill Lofts

232-234 N 2nd St

69-71 N 2nd St

205 Arch St

The Moravian
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Old City, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Old City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old City Studio Apartments | $1,782 | $1,300 | $2,799 |
| Old City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,535 | $1,450 | $8,110 |
Old City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,425 | $2,100 | $8,934 |
| Old City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,935 | $3,500 | $10,000+ |
| Old City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,500 | $3,500 | $3,500 |
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There are currently 102 rentals with your search options within a 10 mile radius of the Old City Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA.
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Largest Available Old City 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in the Old City area of Philadelphia, PA is found at The Mercantile Apartments and is listed at 1,386 square feet priced from $2,658. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mercantile Apartments | 2E-3E | 1,386 Sq Ft | $2,658 |
| Waterfront II | 2 Bed 1 Bath - fireplace | 1,261 Sq Ft | $2,360 |
| The Broderick | B7 | 1,260 Sq Ft | $3,620 |
| The View at Old City | Bread Large | 1,257 Sq Ft | $3,239 |
| The Keystone Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 1,229 Sq Ft | $3,395 |
| The Shirt Corner Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 1,159 Sq Ft | $3,000 |
| 400 Market Flats | Unit C | 1,045 Sq Ft | $3,197 |
| The National | 2N12 | 1,043 Sq Ft | $3,355 |
| The Ryland | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath (C02) | 1,035 Sq Ft | $4,997 |
| The Ledger Residences | 17 (Floors 3-7) | 966 Sq Ft | $2,595 |
Cheapest Available Old City 2 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit Old City of Philadelphia, PA is the 2 Bed 1 Bath - fireplace Model starting from $2,360 at Waterfront II. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Old City is currently $3,425. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Waterfront II | 2 Bed 1 Bath - fireplace | $2,360 |
| 214 Vine | 05 Layout | $2,450 |
| The Ledger Residences | 17 (Floors 3-7) | $2,595 |
| The Mercantile Apartments | 2E-3E | $2,658 |
| The View at Old City | Minor | $2,909 |
| The Keystone Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | $2,995 |
| The Shirt Corner Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | $3,000 |
| 400 Market Flats | Unit K | $3,032 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Old City Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Old City with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Old City is at Waterfront II listed at $2,360.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Old City Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Old City is $3,425.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Old City Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Old City is a 1,386 square feet unit starting from $2,658 at The Mercantile Apartments.
What is the average size for Old City 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Old City is currently 1,180 sq ft.
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