Cheap Homes for Rent in Riverfront Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $800 (10 Rentals)

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PhiladelphiaPA19106
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1024 Race St

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Riverfront, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Riverfront Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riverfront area of Philadelphia, PA is a Studio unit found at Papermill Lofts priced from $1,100. The Bradford has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable Riverfront apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Papermill Lofts236 #2BStudio,1BA$1,100
The Bradford0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,250
Old City Apartments124 #402Studio,1BA$1,350

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverfront, PA

As of November 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riverfront area is the $2.01 price per square foot 1F-1G-1H Model at The Mercantile Apartments in the in the Center City neighborhood starting from $2,781. The second greatest value Riverfront apartment is the 36 Model at Mariners Court Apartments starting at $2,381 with a $1.80 price per square foot in the Poplar neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riverfront apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Mercantile Apartments1F-1G-1H2BR,2BA$2.01
Mariners Court Apartments362BR,1BA$1.80
The School HouseB - Rear West Facing1BR,1BA$1.91
820 South St, Unit APT2R820 South St1BR,1BA$1.67
The Lofts at 509 VineType B1BR,1BA$2.06
644 South St, Unit 1644 South St1BR,1BA$1.97
Papermill Lofts121 #4C1BR,1BA$2.01
808 S 6th St, Unit 2B808 S 6th St1BR,1BA$1.85
339 Bainbridge StOne Bed1BR,1BA$1.94
740 E Passyunk Ave, Unit A740 E Passyunk Ave1BR,1BA$1.84

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Riverfront, Philadelphia, PA

Ranked #55

Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Riverfront

What type of rentals are currently available in Riverfront?

There are currently 727 Apartments for Rent in Riverfront, PA with pricing that ranges from $995 to $11,042. There are also 57 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Riverfront ranging from $850 to $6,990.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Riverfront ranges from $850 to $6,990 with an average monthly rent of $2,476.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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

Written by: Richard Corrigan

There’s always been more to Philadelphia than meets the eye. When I first came here, I saw it as a tough, gritty town.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.