Cheap Homes for Rent in Richmond Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $600 (85 Rentals)

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property at 4617 Penn St

$650

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Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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4617 Penn St

PhiladelphiaPA19124

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property at 1838 E Wensley St

$1,195

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$1,195
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$1,195

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1838 E Wensley St

PhiladelphiaPA19134

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property at 861 E Westmoreland St

$1,200

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$1,200
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$1,200

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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861 E Westmoreland St

PhiladelphiaPA19134
property at 3353 N 2nd St

$1,200

2 Bedroom Rentals

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3353 N 2nd St

PhiladelphiaPA19140
property at 2308 E Allegheny Ave

$1,250

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$1,250
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$1,250

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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2308 E Allegheny Ave

PhiladelphiaPA19134

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property at 3432 Ormes St

$1,300

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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3432 Ormes St

PhiladelphiaPA19134

Philadelphia's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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property at 1421 E Columbia Ave

$1,350

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$1,350
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Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1421 E Columbia Ave, Unit 401

1421 E Columbia Ave
PhiladelphiaPA19125
property at 2513 N Howard St

$1,375

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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2513 N Howard St

PhiladelphiaPA19133

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Richmond, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Richmond Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Richmond area of Philadelphia, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Carl Mackley Houses priced from $1,000. The Frankford Grand has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,125. Here are the most affordable Richmond apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Carl Mackley Houses1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,000
The Frankford GrandStudioStudio,1BA$1,125
Westmoreland LoftsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1,146
The Parkside FishtownStudioStudio,1BA$1,150
Collins LoftsStudioStudio,1BA$1,173
2560 Jasper St,StudioStudio,1BA$1,195
The Mill at York StationStudioStudio,1BA$1,195
The Bromley Loom House0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Richmond, PA

As of February 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Richmond area is the $1.48 price per square foot 2603 E Boston St Model at 2603 E Boston St in the in the Richmond neighborhood starting from $3,100. The second greatest value Richmond apartment is the 2706 Bridge St Model at 2706 Bridge St, Unit 2nd floor starting at $1,700 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the Richmond neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Richmond apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2603 E Boston St2603 E Boston St3BR,3.5BA$1.48
2706 Bridge St, Unit 2nd floor2706 Bridge St2BR,1BA$1.21
East Tioga LoftsThree Bedroom Two Bath Residences3BR,2BA$1.60
2515 Frankford Ave, Unit Unit 22515 Frankford Ave3BR,2BA$1.47
3400 Emerald St, Unit 1st floor3400 Emerald St3BR,1BA$1.36
3289 E Thompson St, Unit 1st Floor3289 E Thompson St2BR,1BA$1.19
3400 Reach St3400 Reach St2BR,1BA$1.50
Brand New Luxury Apartments2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.70
2363 Orthodox St, Unit 2FL2363 Orthodox St2BR,1BA$1.56
Carl Mackley Houses1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.30

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Richmond, Philadelphia, PA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Richmond

What type of rentals are currently available in Richmond?

There are currently 427 Apartments for Rent in Richmond, PA with pricing that ranges from $750 to $11,114. There are also 226 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Richmond ranging from $650 to $9,272.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Richmond ranges from $650 to $9,272 with an average monthly rent of $1,917.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Richmond range from $1,300 to $4,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $850 to $3,350. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,556.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Local Expert's Guide to the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Philadelphia

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Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.