
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Philadelphia West Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $1,000 (27 Rentals)
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1931 S 21st St

2338 S Broad St

2243 S Lambert St

2137 S 15th St, Unit 3rd Floor

1703 S 19th St
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2855 Winton St, Unit 2BD Corner Apt With Yard

2255 S Hemberger St

2428 S Broad St

Gateway Towers

1325 W Porter St

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2040 S 18th St

1410 W Porter St

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1999 S Bonsall St
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South Philadelphia West, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Philadelphia West?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Philadelphia West Studio Apartments | $1,150 | $1,125 | $1,175 |
| South Philadelphia West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,361 | $1,000 | $1,750 |
| South Philadelphia West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,792 | $1,200 | $2,590 |
| South Philadelphia West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,150 | $1,700 | $2,600 |
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Cheapest Available South Philadelphia West Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Philadelphia West area of Philadelphia, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Gateway Towers priced from $1,375. 1951 Point Breeze Avenue has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,600. Here are the most affordable South Philadelphia West apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gateway Towers | 1 Bedroom Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| 1951 Point Breeze Avenue | 1951 Point Breeze Avenue - 101 | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| The Enclaves | 2 Bedroom Deluxe | 2BR,2BA | $2,525 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Philadelphia West, PA
As of January 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Philadelphia West area is the $1.05 price per square foot 1649 S 17th St Model at 1649 S 17th St, Unit 2nd-3rd floor in the in the Wharton neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value South Philadelphia West apartment is the 1727 S Broad St Model at 1727 S Broad St, Unit B. starting at $1,850 with a $1.54 price per square foot in the Wharton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Philadelphia West apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1649 S 17th St, Unit 2nd-3rd floor | 1649 S 17th St | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.05 |
| 1727 S Broad St, Unit B. | 1727 S Broad St | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| The Enclaves | 2 Bedroom Deluxe | 2BR,2BA | $2.30 |
| 2855 Winton St, Unit 2BD Corner Apt With Yard | 2855 Winton St | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| 2019 S Beechwood St, Unit Unit 1 | 2019 S Beechwood St | 2BR,2BA | $1.65 |
| 1702 S 22nd St, Unit #2 | 1702 S 22nd St | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| 1850 S 23rd St, Unit 2 | 1850 S 23rd St | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| 1951 Point Breeze Avenue | 1951 Point Breeze Avenue - 403 | 2BR,2BA | $2.21 |
| Gateway Towers | 1 Bedroom Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| 2137 S 15th St, Unit 3rd Floor | 2137 S 15th St | Studio ,1BA | $2.30 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Philadelphia West Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Philadelphia West Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Philadelphia West Apartment is $1,375 at Gateway Towers.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Philadelphia West Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Philadelphia West is starting from $1,590 at Gateway Towers.
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