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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Philadelphia Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $900 (70 Rentals)
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1714 S 4th St, Unit 2R
1714 S 4th StPhiladelphia, PA 19148
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2222 S 15th St, Unit 3rd Floor
2222 S 15th StPhiladelphia, PA 19145
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635 Dudley St
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2137 S 15th St, Unit 3rd Floor
2137 S 15th StPhiladelphia, PA 19145
1333 S Cleveland St, Unit Rear room 2nd floor
1333 S Cleveland St
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1327 Snyder Ave
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2426 S 19th St
2426 S 19th StPhiladelphia, PA 19145
1548 S 12th St
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2038 S 4th St, Unit 2038 2nd floor
2038 S 4th StPhiladelphia, PA 19148
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$1,3251 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 1
1236 S 10th St
1236 S 10th StPhiladelphia, PA 19147
1420 Point Breeze Ave
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1812 S 17th St
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1236 S 10th St
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1332 S 7th St
1332 S 7th StPhiladelphia, PA 19147
1326 Tasker St
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1320 S Broad St
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2308 S 15th St, Unit 2nd Floor
2308 S 15th StPhiladelphia, PA 19145
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1544 McKean St, Unit 2
1544 McKean StPhiladelphia, PA 19145
2001 S Norwood St
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1814 S 13th St, Unit 2nd floor
1814 S 13th StPhiladelphia, PA 19148
1832 Dudley St
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1815 Tasker St
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1721 Mifflin St
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2104 Reed St
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1400 S Chadwick St
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1306 Tasker St, Unit Passyunk Square 2BD Apt
1306 Tasker StPhiladelphia, PA 19148
1201 Jackson St
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520 Tasker St
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317 Reed St
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The Breeze Building
1501 S 17th StPhiladelphia, PA 19146
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720-730 Tasker St
720-730 Tasker StPhiladelphia, PA 19147
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1835 Johnston StPhiladelphia, PA 19145
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2619 S 19th StPhiladelphia, PA 19145
2003 S 7th St
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1300 S 19th StPhiladelphia, PA 19146
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Juniper Apartments
2038 S Juniper StPhiladelphia, PA 19148
1626 S 6th St
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1705 Jackson St
1705 Jackson StPhiladelphia, PA 19145
2400 S Hutchinson St
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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 | $1,088 | $950 | $1,241 |
| South Philadelphia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,463 | $1,075 | $2,534 |
| South Philadelphia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,921 | $1,150 | $3,280 |
| South Philadelphia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,525 | $1,500 | $3,603 |
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Cheapest Available South Philadelphia Apartments for Rent
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wharton Street Lofts | 1 Bedroom - Floor Plan 07 | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| 2640 S 6th St | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $2,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Philadelphia, PA
As of April 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Philadelphia area is the $1.00 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 $2,200. The second greatest value South Philadelphia apartment is the 1715 Hartranft St Model at 1715 Hartranft St, Unit #1 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 apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 1649 S 17th St, Unit 2nd-3rd floor | 1649 S 17th St | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.00 |
| 1715 Hartranft St, Unit #1 | 1715 Hartranft St | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| 1727 S Broad St, Unit B. | 1727 S Broad St | 2BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| 1330 S Carlisle St, Unit 1 | 1330 S Carlisle St | 2BR,2BA | $2.28 |
| 1114 Snyder Ave | 1114 Snyder Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| 1332 S 7th St | 1332 S 7th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Wharton Street Lofts | 1 Bedroom - Floor Plan 07 | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| 2038 S 4th St, Unit 2038 2nd floor | 2038 S 4th St | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
| 1714 S 4th St, Unit 2R | 1714 S 4th St | Studio ,1BA | $2.50 |
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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 $1,950 at Wharton Street Lofts.
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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