
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Pennsport Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $800 (14 Rentals)
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Birchwood at Cedars Village (55+ Community)

2455 S 3rd St, Unit 2nd floor

1236 S 10th St, Unit Unit 3

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509 Reed St, Unit Apt 2, Unit Apt 2

1003 S 3rd St, Unit 1

1626 S 6th St
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1843 S 4th St

1927 S 10th St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Pennsport?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pennsport Studio Apartments | $1,250 | $850 | $1,650 |
| Pennsport 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,763 | $987 | $3,128 |
| Pennsport 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,088 | $1,400 | $2,700 |
| Pennsport 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,823 | $1,737 | $4,091 |
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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 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,875. 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 | 202, 302, 402 | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
| 2640 S 6th St | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $2,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pennsport, PA
As of May 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Pennsport area is the $1.94 price per square foot 509 Reed St Model at 509 Reed St, Unit Apt 2 in the in the Wharton neighborhood starting from $1,375. The second greatest value Pennsport apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at Birchwood at Cedars Village (55+ Community) starting at $987 with a $1.41 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 509 Reed St, Unit Apt 2 | 509 Reed St | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Birchwood at Cedars Village (55+ Community) | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Wharton Flats | 202, 302, 402 | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
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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 $2,600.
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 $2,463 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Pennsport.
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