1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Olde City Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA (146 Rentals)

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200 Locust St

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218 Arch St

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33 Letitia St

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308 Delancey St

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408 N Front St

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130 Arch St

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248 Market St

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518-530 S 2nd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

518-530 S 2nd St

518-530 S 2nd StPhiladelphia, PA 19147

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Olde City, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

Largest Available Olde City 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Olde City area of Philadelphia, PA is found at Mariners Court Apartments and is listed at 1,423 square feet priced from $1,700. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Mariners Court Apartments221,423 Sq Ft$1,700
The Mercantile Apartments1A-1B-1C1,282 Sq Ft$1,935
The School House968 Sq Ft$1,850
The Shirt Corner Apartments1BR/1.0BA945 Sq Ft$1,620
Crafts HouseONE BEDROOM/BI LEVEL923 Sq Ft$1,565
The Lofts at 509 VineType D748 Sq Ft$1,650

Cheapest Available Olde City 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Olde City of Philadelphia, PA is the 121 #4C Model starting from $1,500 at Papermill Lofts. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Olde City is currently $2,184. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Papermill Lofts121 #4C$1,500
Old City Apartments118 #204$1,550
Crafts HouseONE BEDROOM/BI LEVEL$1,565
The Shirt Corner Apartments1BR/1.0BA$1,620
The Chocolate Works1 Bed 1 Bath$1,621
The Lofts at 509 VineType D$1,650
214 Vine02 Layout$1,675
Mariners Court Apartments22$1,700

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities and towns across the United States and customized analysis for Central Philadelphia. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Olde City Neighborhood in Philadelphia, PA

Walk Score®

98 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

86 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

97 / 100

Rider’s Paradise

World-class public transportation

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Olde City Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Olde City with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Olde City is at Papermill Lofts listed at $1,500.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Olde City Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Olde City is $2,184.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Olde City Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Olde City is a 1,423 square feet unit starting from $1,700 at Mariners Court Apartments.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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A Local Expert's Guide to the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Philadelphia

Written by: Richard Corrigan

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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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

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