Cheap Homes for Rent in Powelton Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $600 (53 Rentals)

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property at 905 N 42nd St

$900 - $970

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905 N 42nd St

PhiladelphiaPA19104

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property at 4428 Chestnut St

$1,350

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$1,350
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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4428 Chestnut St

PhiladelphiaPA19104
property at 4020 Spring Garden ST

$1,400

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$1,400
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$1,400

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jun 1

4020 Spring Garden ST, Unit 2, Unit 2

4020 Spring Garden ST
PhiladelphiaPA19104

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property at 806 S 47th St

$1,495

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$1,495
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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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806 S 47th St

PhiladelphiaPA19143

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Powelton, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Powelton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Powelton area of Philadelphia, PA is a 3 Beds unit found at Student Housing - Newly Renovated priced from $695. Walnut Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Powelton apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Student Housing - Newly Renovated3BR/1.0BA3BR,1BA$695
Walnut StreetSI1BR,1BA$800
RSS-University CourtStudioStudio,1BA$895
University City AssociatesStudioStudio,1BA$905
44WestStandard Studio1BR,1BA$1,050
West Lofts ApartmentsStudio LoftsStudio,1BA$1,100
3511 Baring StStudioStudio,1BA$1,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Powelton, PA

As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Powelton area is the $1.11 price per square foot 529 N 35th St Model at 529 N 35th St, Unit 1 in the in the Belmont neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Powelton apartment is the 3839 Hamilton St Model at 3839 Hamilton St, Unit 3 starting at $2,000 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Belmont neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Powelton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
529 N 35th St, Unit 1529 N 35th St4BR,2.5BA$1.11
3839 Hamilton St, Unit 33839 Hamilton St4BR,2BA$1.25
The View at Brandywine4 Bedroom North East4BR,4BA$1.97
3836 Spring Garden St3 Beds, 3 baths3BR,3BA$1.70
Eleanor at WalnutFull # Bedroom Unit3BR,3BA$2.09
894 N 42nd St, Unit 2894 N 42nd St2BR,1BA$1.44
The Eleanor at Chestnut (Per Bedroom Lease)2 x 2 Standard2BR,3BA$1.51
West Lofts ApartmentsStudio LoftsStudio ,1BA$2.07
RSS-University CourtStudioStudio ,1BA$1.79
Walnut StreetSI1BR,1BA$2.00

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Frequently Asked Questions about Powelton

What type of rentals are currently available in Powelton?

There are currently 907 Apartments for Rent in Powelton, PA with pricing that ranges from $550 to $13,175. There are also 181 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Powelton ranging from $650 to $8,125.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Powelton?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Powelton ranges from $650 to $8,125 with an average monthly rent of $3,016.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Powelton?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Powelton range from $999 to $5,898, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,005 to $3,295. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $700.

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