
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Pennsport Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $900 (10 Rentals)
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Birchwood at Cedars Village (55+ Community)

1532 S 2nd St

1410 E Moyamensing Ave, Unit 3F
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2135 S 5th St, Unit 2nd Fl

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1816 S 9th St

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Pennsport, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Pennsport?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pennsport Studio Apartments | $996 | $900 | $1,100 |
| Pennsport 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,405 | $950 | $1,891 |
| Pennsport 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,867 | $1,252 | $2,500 |
| Pennsport 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,423 | $1,685 | $3,109 |
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Cheapest Available Pennsport Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Pennsport area of Philadelphia, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Birchwood at Cedars Village (55+ Community) priced from $987. Wharton Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here are the most affordable Pennsport apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birchwood at Cedars Village (55+ Community) | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $987 |
| Wharton Flats | 203, 205, 303, 305, 403, 405 | 2BR,2BA | $1,800 |
| 2640 S 6th St | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $2,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pennsport, PA
As of January 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Pennsport area is the $1.10 price per square foot 917 Ellsworth St Model at 917 Ellsworth St, Unit 2 in the in the Wharton neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Pennsport apartment is the 302 Dickinson St Model at 302 Dickinson St, Unit #1 starting at $1,765 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the Wharton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pennsport apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 917 Ellsworth St, Unit 2 | 917 Ellsworth St | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| 302 Dickinson St, Unit #1 | 302 Dickinson St | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| 2135 S 5th St, Unit 2nd Fl | 2135 S 5th St | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Wharton Flats | 203, 205, 303, 305, 403, 405 | 2BR,2BA | $2.24 |
| Birchwood at Cedars Village (55+ Community) | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| 1410 E Moyamensing Ave, Unit 3F | 1410 E Moyamensing Ave | Studio ,1BA | $2.75 |
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Best Local Schools in Pennsport, Philadelphia, PA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Pennsport Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Pennsport?
The cheapest apartment in Pennsport is Birchwood at Cedars Village (55+ Community) which is listed at $987, while the average apartment in Pennsport costs $2,450.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Pennsport?
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 1 regular apartments in Pennsport 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 Pennsport?
Cheap apartments in Pennsport have an average cost of $137 which is $2,313 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Pennsport.
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