
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Powelton Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $600 (43 Rentals)
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205 N 36th St

339 N 40th St, Unit 3R

4429 Sansom St, Unit 3

208 S 41st St

4500 Springfield Ave, Unit 3F

3927 Powelton Ave

3620 Baring St, Unit 2M
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4504 Regent St

3626 Powelton Ave

4220 W Girard Ave

509 S 44th St, Unit 1

3900 Aspen St, Unit 7

3936 Spring Garden St

3936 Spring Garden St

661 N 33rd St, Unit Apt 1
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1126 Union St

4209 W Girard Ave

4523 Parrish St

3233 Powelton Ave, Unit Apt. 3

801 N Preston St

4327 Reno St

925 N 28th St

4523 Parrish St
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4428 Chestnut St

4200 Powelton Ave

315 N Holly St

758 N Dekalb St

4056 W Girard Ave

4320 Walnut St, Unit 1Fl

3409 Powelton Ave, Unit 4

907 Belmont Ave
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521 S 41st St

758 N DeKalb St

4312 Lancaster Ave, Unit 2nd FL Apt

3914 Wallace St

3931 Brown St, Unit 39xx Brown st Philadelphia pa 19104

436 N 32nd St, Unit 2

232 S 44th St, Unit 3Fl

661 N 33rd St, Unit Apt 2
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3832 Baring St, Unit 2

3830 Baring St, Unit 2

4834 Olive St
Powelton, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Powelton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Powelton 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,665 | $1,150 | $3,800 |
| Powelton 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,790 | $1,250 | $2,500 |
| Powelton 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,126 | $2,100 | $4,900 |
| Powelton 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,507 | $2,150 | $5,000 |
| Powelton 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,081 | $3,500 | $6,300 |
| Powelton 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,750 | $5,250 | $6,250 |
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There are currently 43 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Powelton Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA.
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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. 4141 Girard Ave. has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable Powelton apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Housing - Newly Renovated | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $695 |
| 4141 Girard Ave. | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Hamilton Court | 4 BR F | 4BR,1BA | $795 |
| 3601 Spring Garden st | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Springline on 36th | Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| 3308-10 Hamilton Street | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $990 |
| University City Associates | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| Lexington Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,008 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Powelton, PA
As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Powelton area is the $1.22 price per square foot NOC5 Model at 731 N 35th Street Townhomes in the in the Belmont neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Powelton apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at 3830 Baring St starting at $1,595 with a $0.79 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 731 N 35th Street Townhomes | NOC5 | 3BR,3BA | $1.22 |
| 3830 Baring St | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.79 |
| 610 N Union St, Unit #1 | 610 N Union St | 3BR,3BA | $1.48 |
| 4114 Cambridge St, Unit 4116 Cambridge st | 4114 Cambridge St | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Campus Apartments | 3 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| 303 N 41st St, Unit 3RD FLOOR | 303 N 41st St | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Hamilton Court | 2 BR K4 | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| 611 N 32nd St, Unit 3rd floor | 611 N 32nd St | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Walnut Street | 2B0 | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| 3601 Spring Garden st | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Powelton
What type of rentals are currently available in Powelton?
There are currently 933 Apartments for Rent in Powelton, PA with pricing that ranges from $475 to $8,575. There are also 114 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Powelton ranging from $925 to $6,300.
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 $925 to $6,300 with an average monthly rent of $2,514.
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 $849 to $8,575, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,250 to $2,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $795.
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