
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Philadelphia Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $900 (37 Rentals)
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1532 S 2nd St

317 Reed St

1426 Snyder Ave

2246 S 15th St

1538 Point Breeze Ave

1931 S 21st St

1010 Winton St

1410 E Moyamensing Ave, Unit Unit 3F
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1404 S 5th St

2338 S Broad St

1117 McKean St

2137 S 15th St, Unit 3rd Floor

1126 E Passyunk Ave

1101 Tree St

2135 S 5th St, Unit 2nd Fl

2106 S 8th St

1420 Point Breeze Ave
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1122 E Passyunk Ave

1315 W Porter St

635 Dudley St

1247 Snyder Ave

1325 W Porter St

1121 Tasker St

349 Dickinson St

1523 S 10th St

1640 Jackson St
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2013 S 11th St

The Walter George Smith Public School
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South Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Philadelphia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Philadelphia Studio Apartments | $1,058 | $900 | $1,175 |
| South Philadelphia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,361 | $995 | $2,127 |
| South Philadelphia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,856 | $1,225 | $2,775 |
| South Philadelphia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,203 | $1,260 | $3,250 |
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Cheapest Available South Philadelphia Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wharton Flats | 203, 205, 303, 305, 403, 405 | 2BR,2BA | $2,026 |
| 2640 S 6th St | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $2,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Philadelphia, PA
As of December 15, 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 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 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 |
| 1727 S Broad St, Unit B. | 1727 S Broad St | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| 1203 Wharton St, Unit 1 | 1203 Wharton St | 2BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| 1248 Federal St, Unit D | 1248 Federal St | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.18 |
| 2135 S 5th St, Unit 2nd Fl | 2135 S 5th St | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Wharton Flats | 203, 205, 303, 305, 403, 405 | 2BR,2BA | $2.52 |
| 1720 S 4th St, Unit Floor 3 | 1720 S 4th St | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| 1410 E Moyamensing Ave, Unit 3F | 1410 E Moyamensing Ave | Studio ,1BA | $2.75 |
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2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in South Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Philadelphia Apartments
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 $2,026 at Wharton Flats.
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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