Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in the Olde Kensington Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $650 (77 Rentals)

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property at 1109 Wallace St

1109 Wallace St

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property at 2000 N 2nd St

2000 N 2nd St

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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property at 1901 Hope St

1901 Hope St

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property at 1833 Hope St

1833 Hope St

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property at 2426 Jasper St

2426 Jasper St

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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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property at 2000 Dreer St

2000 Dreer St

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

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property at 2002 Abigail St

2002 Abigail St

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property at 109 W Wildey St

109 W Wildey St

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Olde Kensington, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

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Getting Around the Olde Kensington Neighborhood in Philadelphia, PA

Walk Score®

95 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

85 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

72 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

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 Cheap Olde Kensington Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Olde Kensington?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Olde Kensington is under $1,200.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Olde Kensington?

The cheapest apartment in Olde Kensington is The Magnet in Fishtown which is listed at $1,095, while the average apartment in Olde Kensington costs $2,430.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Olde Kensington?

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 221 regular apartments in Olde Kensington 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 Olde Kensington?

Cheap apartments in Olde Kensington have an average cost of $716 which is $1,714 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Olde Kensington.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.