Cheap Homes for Rent in South Philadelphia West Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $1,000 (9 Rentals)

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South Philadelphia West, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

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 $1,295. The Enclaves has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,545. Here are the most affordable South Philadelphia West apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Gateway Towers1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,295
The Enclaves1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,545
1951 Point Breeze Avenue1951 Point Breeze Avenue - 1011BR,1BA$1,600

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Philadelphia West, PA

As of August 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Philadelphia West area is the $1.42 price per square foot 1310 W Ritner St Model at 1310 W Ritner St, Unit 1st floor in the in the Marconi Plaza neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value South Philadelphia West apartment is the 2855 Winton St Model at 2855 Winton St, Unit 2BD Corner Apt With Yard starting at $1,400 with a $1.40 price per square foot in the Grays Ferry neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Philadelphia West apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1310 W Ritner St, Unit 1st floor1310 W Ritner St1BR,1.5BA$1.42
2855 Winton St, Unit 2BD Corner Apt With Yard2855 Winton St2BR,1BA$1.40
2802 Winton Street, Unit 2nd fl2802 Winton Street2BR,2BA$1.35
The Enclaves2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.00
1850 S 23rd St, Unit 21850 S 23rd St2BR,1BA$2.12
1951 Point Breeze Avenue1951 Point Breeze Avenue - 4082BR,2BA$2.53
Gateway Towers1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.49

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Philadelphia West

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

There are currently 94 Apartments for Rent in South Philadelphia West, PA with pricing that ranges from $1,050 to $3,439. There are also 54 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Philadelphia West ranging from $1,000 to $4,500.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Philadelphia West ranges from $1,000 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,118.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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