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Metropolitan Roxborough
7841 Ridge AvePhiladelphia, PA 19128
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407 Green Ln, Unit 2R
407 Green LnPhiladelphia, PA 19128
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Lilac Pointe
6649 Ridge AvePhiladelphia, PA 19128
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The Azalea
6604 Ridge AvePhiladelphia, PA 19128
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The Ridge Apartments
7949 Ridge AvePhiladelphia, PA 19128
4522 Baker St
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4522 Baker St, Unit 4522 Baker St
4522 Baker StPhiladelphia, PA 19127
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254 Fountain St, Unit 254 Fountain St, Unit 254 Fountain St
254 Fountain StPhiladelphia, PA 19128
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Donna Court Apartments
631 Dupont StPhiladelphia, PA 19128
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Walnut Court Apartments
685 W Walnut LnPhiladelphia, PA 19144
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517 Green Ln, Unit #2, Unit #2
517 Green LnPhiladelphia, PA 19128
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410 Shurs Lane
410 Shurs LnPhiladelphia, PA 19127
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Domino Lane Apartments
449 Domino LnPhiladelphia, PA 19128
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The View at Manayunk Apartments
4136-40 Mitchell StPhiladelphia, PA 19128
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Metropolitan Manayunk Hill
450 Domino LnPhiladelphia, PA 19128
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6619 Ridge Avenue
6619 Ridge AvePhiladelphia, PA 19128
423 Righter St
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6910 Ridge Ave, Unit A1
6910 Ridge AvePhiladelphia, PA 19128
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Andorra Point
750 E Cathedral RdPhiladelphia, PA 19128
7037 Ridge Ave
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$1,450
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280 Greenough St, Unit A, Unit A
280 Greenough StPhiladelphia, PA 19127
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Summit Park
8201 Henry AvePhiladelphia, PA 19128
5990 Henry Ave
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Henry on the Park Apartments
7901 Henry AvePhiladelphia, PA 19128
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Industry Lofts
5001 Umbria StPhiladelphia, PA 19128
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4522 Baker St, Unit B02
4522 Baker StPhiladelphia, PA 19127
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The Royale
6910 Ridge AvePhiladelphia, PA 19128
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6615 Ridge Avenue
6615 Ridge AvePhiladelphia, PA 19128
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The Alto
5420 Ridge AvePhiladelphia, PA 19128
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The Wright
404 Fountain StPhiladelphia, PA 19128
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$1,585
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163 Sumac St, Unit #2, Unit #2
163 Sumac StPhiladelphia, PA 19128
5527 Ridge Ave
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7523 Ridge Ave
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The Flats at Pechin
3857 Pechin StPhiladelphia, PA 19128
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4114 Lauriston Street
4114 Lauriston StPhiladelphia, PA 19128
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4602 Canton Street Apartments
4602 Canton StPhiladelphia, PA 19127
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The Glen at Shawmont Station
300 Autumn River RunPhiladelphia, PA 19127
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6910 Ridge Ave, Unit B
6910 Ridge AvePhiladelphia, PA 19128
Philadelphia's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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Roxborough, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Roxborough?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roxborough Studio Apartments | $1,398 | $1,135 | $2,061 |
| Roxborough 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,920 | $1,150 | $3,310 |
| Roxborough 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,455 | $1,495 | $4,550 |
| Roxborough 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,795 | $1,799 | $4,228 |
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Cheapest Available Roxborough Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Roxborough area of Philadelphia, PA is a Studio unit found at Metropolitan Roxborough priced from $1,135. Hill House at Chestnut Hill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable Roxborough apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metropolitan Roxborough | EFF | Studio,1BA | $1,135 |
| Hill House at Chestnut Hill | A1a | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Lilac Pointe | Studio Standard | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| The Azalea | 06 Layout | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Walnut Court Apartments | Upgraded One Bedroom Floorplan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| Domino Lane Apartments | 1 Bedroom with Private Entrance | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| The View at Manayunk Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
| 510 Martin Street | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| 6619 Ridge Avenue | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| 3838 Pechin Street | Pechin Court Apartments - 306 | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Roxborough, PA
As of May 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Roxborough area is the $1.83 price per square foot Maggiore Townhome Model at Apex Manayunk in the in the Roxborough neighborhood starting from $2,563. The second greatest value Roxborough apartment is the 47 W Highland Ave Model at 47 W Highland Ave, Unit Unit 1 starting at $2,500 with a $1.79 price per square foot in the Chestnut Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Roxborough apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Apex Manayunk | Maggiore Townhome | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| 47 W Highland Ave, Unit Unit 1 | 47 W Highland Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Henry on the Park Apartments | The Birch | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| The Wright | 3 Bedroom, 1 Bath - Historic | 3BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| 410 Shurs Lane | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| 5261 Ridge Avenue | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Parker Avenue Apartments | Renovated One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Ridge Court Apartments | 2 Bed | 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Walnut Court Apartments | Upgraded One Bedroom Floorplan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Domino Lane Apartments | 1 Bedroom with Private Entrance | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Roxborough Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Roxborough?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Roxborough is under $1,450.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Roxborough?
The cheapest apartment in Roxborough is Metropolitan Roxborough which is listed at $1,325, while the average apartment in Roxborough costs $2,412.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Roxborough?
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 3 regular apartments in Roxborough that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Roxborough?
Cheap apartments in Roxborough have an average cost of $278 which is $2,134 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Roxborough.
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