1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Olde City Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA (148 Rentals)

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319 Market St

408 N Front St

48 N Front St

510 Spruce St

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Olde City, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Olde City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olde City Studio Apartments | $1,854 | $1,300 | $3,540 |
Olde City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,173 | $1,350 | $3,620 |
| Olde City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,600 | $1,975 | $8,491 |
| Olde City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,769 | $4,500 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 148 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Olde City Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA.
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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 Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mariners Court Apartments | 22 | 1,423 Sq Ft | $1,700 |
| The Mercantile Apartments | 1A-1B-1C | 1,282 Sq Ft | $1,935 |
| The School House | 968 Sq Ft | $1,850 | |
| The Shirt Corner Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 945 Sq Ft | $1,620 |
| Crafts House | ONE BEDROOM/BI LEVEL | 923 Sq Ft | $1,565 |
| The Lofts at 509 Vine | Type D | 748 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 Type F Model starting from $1,457 at The Lofts at 509 Vine. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Olde City is currently $2,173. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Lofts at 509 Vine | Type F | $1,457 |
| Papermill Lofts | 121 #4C | $1,500 |
| Old City Apartments | 118 #204 | $1,550 |
| Crafts House | ONE BEDROOM/BI LEVEL | $1,565 |
| The Shirt Corner Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,620 |
| The Chocolate Works | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $1,621 |
| 214 Vine | 02 Layout | $1,675 |
| Mariners Court Apartments | 22 | $1,700 |
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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 The Lofts at 509 Vine listed at $1,457.
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 $2,173.
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.
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