Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rittenhouse Square Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $900 (62 Rentals)

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property at 235 S 15th St

235 S 15th St

PhiladelphiaPA19102

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property at 2011 Spruce St

2011 Spruce St

PhiladelphiaPA19103
property at 1726 Pine St

1726 Pine St

PhiladelphiaPA19103
property at 1420 Locust St

1420 Locust St

PhiladelphiaPA19102
property at 219-29 S 18th St

219-29 S 18th St

PhiladelphiaPA19103
property at 1600 Walnut St

1600 Walnut St

PhiladelphiaPA19103

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property at 1430 South St

1430 South St

PhiladelphiaPA19146
property at 2010 Walnut St

2010 Walnut St

PhiladelphiaPA19103
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235 S 15th St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

235 S 15th St

235 S 15th StPhiladelphia, PA 19102
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The Newport
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Newport

1530 Spruce StPhiladelphia, PA 19102
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Waverly Court
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Waverly Court

1934 Waverly StPhiladelphia, PA 19146
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2014 Walnut St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

2014 Walnut St

2014 Walnut StPhiladelphia, PA 19103
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1430 Lombard St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1430 Lombard St

1434 Lombard StPhiladelphia, PA 19146
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Westbury
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Westbury

271 S 15th StPhiladelphia, PA 19102
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1613 Pine St
Studio Apartments

1613 Pine St

1613 Pine StPhiladelphia, PA 19103
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2017 Spruce St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

2017 Spruce St

2017 Spruce StPhiladelphia, PA 19103
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412 S 15th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

412 S 15th St

412 S 15th StPhiladelphia, PA 19146
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330 S 17th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

330 S 17th St

330 S 17th StPhiladelphia, PA 19103
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1600 Walnut Street
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1600 Walnut Street

1600-1602 Walnut StPhiladelphia, PA 19103
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1809 Spruce St
Studio Apartments

1809 Spruce St

1809-1811 Spruce StPhiladelphia, PA 19103
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2020 Locust St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2020 Locust St

2020 Locust StPhiladelphia, PA 19103
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1700 Chestnut
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1700 Chestnut

1700-1706 Chestnut StPhiladelphia, PA 19103
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Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Rittenhouse Square Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Rittenhouse Square area of Philadelphia, PA is a Studio unit found at 1606-1608 Locust St priced from $950. 1501 Locust St Residential has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable Rittenhouse Square apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1606-1608 Locust StStudio - 2nd FloorStudio,1BA$950
1501 Locust St Residential0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,000
The DrakeSGStudio,1BA$1,273
Way Rittenhouse1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,420
1612 South St#51BR,1BA$1,650
WestburyOne Bedroom One Bath West 051BR,1BA$1,804
The Pepper Building1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,886
1500 LocustOne Bedroom Executive1BR,1BA$2,040
ICON1-Bedroom 1-Bathroom | 581 sqft1BR,1BA$2,153

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rittenhouse Square, PA

As of July 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rittenhouse Square area is the $3.21 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at The Pepper Building in the in the Belmont neighborhood starting from $3,463. The second greatest value Rittenhouse Square apartment is the Van Gogh Model at Rittenhouse Claridge starting at $3,000 with a $2.83 price per square foot in the Belmont neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rittenhouse Square apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Pepper Building2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$3.21
Rittenhouse ClaridgeVan Gogh2BR,1BA$2.83
260 S 16th St, Unit 2F260 S 16th St1BR,1BA$2.50
TouraineRestored `2021BR,1.5BA$3.18
1500 LocustOne Bedroom Deluxe1BR,1BA$3.02
1736 Pine St, Unit 2F1736 Pine St1BR,1BA$2.76
1612 South St#51BR,1BA$2.54
Way RittenhouseStudiosStudio ,1BA$2.43
WestburyOne Bedroom One Bath West 051BR,1BA$3.01
1501 Locust St Residential0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$2.44

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA

Ranked #90

Among neighborhoods in Philadelphia, PA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Rittenhouse Square Neighborhood in Philadelphia, PA

Walk Score®

99 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

91 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

100 / 100

Rider’s Paradise

World-class public transportation

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rittenhouse Square Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Rittenhouse Square?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Rittenhouse Square is under $2,153.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Rittenhouse Square?

The cheapest apartment in Rittenhouse Square is Way Rittenhouse which is listed at $1,420, while the average apartment in Rittenhouse Square costs $7,200.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Rittenhouse Square?

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 14 regular apartments in Rittenhouse Square that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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