
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Roxborough Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $1,000 (78 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Roxborough area of Philadelphia.


152 East St

221 Wendover St

124 Burnside St

152 East St

4369 Pechin St

4369 Pechin St

147 Pensdale St

131 Pensdale St

165 Cotton St
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4424 Pechin St

4548 Wilde St

4273 Silverwood St

4300 Fleming St, Unit #1

4639 Umbria St

Summit Park

The Riley

350 Green Ln

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4409 Main St, Unit Second floor

The Lofts At Chimney Hill
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4522 Baker St

The Azalea

Walnut Court Apartments

Metropolitan Roxborough

4446 Fleming St

330 Hermitage St

410 Shurs Lane

Domino Lane Apartments

7037 Ridge Ave

The View at Manayunk Apartments
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Metropolitan Manayunk Hill

5990 Henry Ave

5461 Houghton Pl

6910 Ridge Ave, Unit A1

Donna Court Apartments

4151-4159 Main St

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280 Greenough St, Unit A

The Ridge Apartments

Henry on the Park Apartments

4354 Main St
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Industry Lofts

The Mezzo

The Wright

6619 Ridge Avenue

Lilac Pointe

362 Monastery Ave

7523 Ridge Ave

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4151 Main St, Unit LARGE STUDIO

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4406 Baker St, Unit 4406 Baker St 1

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130 Dawson St, Unit #3
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Roxborough, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Roxborough?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roxborough Studio Apartments | $1,440 | $1,150 | $2,062 |
| Roxborough 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,874 | $1,295 | $2,990 |
| Roxborough 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,308 | $1,350 | $4,550 |
| Roxborough 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,719 | $1,899 | $4,220 |
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Cheapest Available Roxborough Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Roxborough area of Philadelphia, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Ridge Court Apartments priced from $1,290. Hill House at Chestnut Hill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here are the most affordable Roxborough apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ridge Court Apartments | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,290 |
| Hill House at Chestnut Hill | A1a | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| The Lofts At Chimney Hill | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| The Azalea | 08 Layout | Studio,1BA | $1,315 |
| Donna Court Apartments | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 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 |
| Metropolitan Roxborough | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Roxborough, PA
As of June 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Roxborough area is the $1.59 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at 6619 Ridge Avenue in the in the Andorra neighborhood starting from $2,295. The second greatest value Roxborough apartment is the Maggiore Townhome Model at Apex Manayunk starting at $2,568 with a $1.83 price per square foot in the Roxborough 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6619 Ridge Avenue | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| Apex Manayunk | Maggiore Townhome | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| 47 W Highland Ave, Unit 1 | 47 W Highland Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Henry on the Park Apartments | The Willow | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| Main Line Court | 2BR/2BA w/ Basement | 2BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| Summit Park | 2 Bedroom Balcony | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| 5461 Houghton Pl | 5461 Houghton Pl | 2BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Parker Avenue Apartments | Renovated One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| 4300 Fleming St, Unit #1 | 4300 Fleming St | Studio ,1BA | $1.53 |
| 4409 Main St, Unit Second floor | 4409 Main St | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
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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 $1,395.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Roxborough?
The cheapest apartment in Roxborough is Ridge Court Apartments which is listed at $1,290, while the average apartment in Roxborough costs $2,300.
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 4 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 $170 which is $2,130 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Roxborough.
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