
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Philadelphia East Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $1,000 (44 Rentals)
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2136 S Broad St

1529 W Porter St

2329 S 15th St

2119 S 13th St

3000 S 16th St

1440 W Porter St

Brush Factory Lofts (LO), Unit 1 Bed
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2030 S Percy St, Unit 2

Gateway Towers

2101 S Hicks St

1315 W Porter St, Unit 1ST FLOOR & BASEMENT

1715 Hartranft St, Unit #1 Lower Level

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1114 Snyder Ave

The Enclaves

1904 S 5th St
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Oregon Arms

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Juniper Apartments

1526 W Ritner St

1843 S 4th St

2112 S 8th St

1705 Jackson St

402 Durfor St
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2842 S Iseminger St

501 Oregon Ave

716 Hoffman St

2110 S Broad St

1218-22 Snyder Ave

2222 S 15th St

708 Mifflin St

2231 S Clarion St
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2517 S Mildred St

2428 S Fairhill St

2505 S Sheridan St

2425 S Warnock St

1315 W Porter St

2148 S Garnet St

336 Fitzgerald St

3200 Capri Dr
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209 Daly St

143 Gladstone St

2113 S 15th St

447 Durfor St
South Philadelphia East, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Philadelphia East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Philadelphia East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,544 | $1,000 | $3,566 |
| South Philadelphia East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,355 | $1,495 | $5,109 |
| South Philadelphia East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,025 | $2,450 | $7,601 |
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Cheapest Available South Philadelphia East Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Philadelphia East area of Philadelphia, PA is a 2 Beds unit found at Gateway Towers priced from $1,660. The Enclaves has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,890. Here are the most affordable South Philadelphia East apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gateway Towers | 2 Bedroom Corner | 2BR,1BA | $1,660 |
| The Enclaves | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,890 |
| AVE Constitution | A21 | 1BR,1BA | $2,081 |
| AVE Normandy | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,290 |
| 2640 S 6th St | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $2,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Philadelphia East, PA
As of July 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Philadelphia East area is the $5.03 price per square foot C1 Model at AVE Normandy in the in the Marconi Plaza neighborhood starting from $7,601. The second greatest value South Philadelphia East apartment is the 1715 Hartranft St Model at 1715 Hartranft St, Unit #1 Lower Level starting at $1,800 with a $1.29 price per square foot in the Marconi Plaza neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Philadelphia East apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVE Normandy | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $5.03 |
| 1715 Hartranft St, Unit #1 Lower Level | 1715 Hartranft St | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| The Enclaves | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| 1114 Snyder Ave | 1114 Snyder Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Gateway Towers | 1 Bedroom Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| AVE Constitution | A21a | 1BR,1BA | $3.85 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Philadelphia East Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Philadelphia East Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Philadelphia East Apartment is $1,665 at Gateway Towers.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Philadelphia East Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Philadelphia East is starting from $1,660 at Gateway Towers.
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