
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Philadelphia Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $900 (39 Rentals)
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1819 S 22nd St

317 Reed St

1426 Snyder Ave

2246 S 15th St

1404 S 5th St

1538 Point Breeze Ave

1126 E Passyunk Ave
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1101 Tree St

2137 S 15th St, Unit 3rd Floor

2135 S 5th St, Unit 2nd Fl

1420 Point Breeze Ave

1122 E Passyunk Ave

1300 S 19th St

2038 S 4th St, Unit 2038 2nd floor
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1315 W Porter St

635 Dudley St

1247 Snyder Ave

1121 Tasker St

1325 W Porter St

1539 E Moyamensing Ave

349 Dickinson St

1523 S 10th St
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2013 S 11th St

1640 Jackson St

The Walter George Smith Public School
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Philadelphia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Philadelphia Studio Apartments | $1,050 | $900 | $1,200 |
| South Philadelphia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,354 | $975 | $2,678 |
| South Philadelphia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,785 | $1,225 | $2,500 |
| South Philadelphia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,371 | $1,750 | $3,526 |
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Cheapest Available South Philadelphia Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Philadelphia area of Philadelphia, PA is a Studio unit found at The Walter George Smith Public School priced from $1,114. Wharton Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,580. Here are the most affordable South Philadelphia apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Walter George Smith Public School | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,114 |
| Wharton Flats | 201, 301, 401 | 1BR,1BA | $1,580 |
| 2640 S 6th St | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $2,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Philadelphia, PA
As of November 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Philadelphia area is the $1.27 price per square foot 721 Wharton St Model at 721 Wharton St, Unit 3 in the in the Wharton neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value South Philadelphia apartment is the 2 Bedroom - Floor Plan 01 Model at Wharton Street Lofts starting at $2,450 with a $2.37 price per square foot in the Wharton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Philadelphia apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 721 Wharton St, Unit 3 | 721 Wharton St | 3BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| Wharton Street Lofts | 2 Bedroom - Floor Plan 01 | 2BR,2BA | $2.37 |
| 1854 S Carlisle St, Unit 2nd Floor | 1854 S Carlisle St | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 1708 Mifflin St, Unit 1 | 1708 Mifflin St | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| 2117 S 4th St, Unit 3 | 2117 S 4th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| 1248 Federal St, Unit D | 1248 Federal St | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.18 |
| 1720 S 4th St, Unit Floor 3 | 1720 S 4th St | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| Wharton Flats | 201, 301, 401 | 1BR,1BA | $2.72 |
| 2038 S 4th St, Unit 2038 2nd floor | 2038 S 4th St | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
| The Walter George Smith Public School | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio ,1BA | $3.69 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Philadelphia Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Philadelphia Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Philadelphia Apartment is $1,580 at Wharton Flats.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Philadelphia Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Philadelphia is starting from $1,719 at The Walter George Smith Public School.
What is the most affordable South Philadelphia Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Philadelphia Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 2640 S 6th St and starts from $2,450.
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