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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 $1,650. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Gateway Towers2 Bedroom Corner2BR,1BA$1,650
The Enclaves1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,890
AVE ConstitutionA211BR,1BA$2,101
AVE NormandyA11BR,1BA$2,290
2640 S 6th St3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
AVE NormandyC13BR,2BA$5.03
1715 Hartranft St, Unit #1 Lower Level1715 Hartranft St2BR,1BA$1.29
The Enclaves2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.43
1114 Snyder Ave1114 Snyder Ave2BR,1BA$2.29
Gateway Towers1 Bedroom Deluxe1BR,1BA$2.75
AVE ConstitutionA21a1BR,1BA$3.85

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Philadelphia East

What type of rentals are currently available in South Philadelphia East?

There are currently 77 Apartments for Rent in South Philadelphia East, PA with pricing that ranges from $1,000 to $7,601. There are also 44 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Philadelphia East ranging from $1,200 to $3,750.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Philadelphia East?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Philadelphia East ranges from $1,200 to $3,750 with an average monthly rent of $1,860.

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