Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Philadelphia Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $900 (46 Rentals)

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1535 S 10th St

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1741 S 19th St

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1529 S 5th St

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720-730 Tasker St
1 Bedroom Apartments

720-730 Tasker St

720-730 Tasker StPhiladelphia, PA 19147
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The Breeze Building
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Breeze Building

1501 S 17th StPhiladelphia, PA 19146
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Oregon Court Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oregon Court Apartments

1835 Johnston StPhiladelphia, PA 19145
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Oregon Arms
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oregon Arms

2619 S 19th StPhiladelphia, PA 19145
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1300 S 19th St
Studio Apartments

1300 S 19th St

1300 S 19th StPhiladelphia, PA 19146
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Juniper Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Juniper Apartments

2038 S Juniper StPhiladelphia, PA 19148
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1705 Jackson St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1705 Jackson St

1705 Jackson StPhiladelphia, PA 19145
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1420 Point Breeze Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1420 Point Breeze Ave

1420 Point Breeze AvePhiladelphia, PA 19146
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Brush Factory Lofts
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Brush Factory Lofts

1201 Jackson StPhiladelphia, PA 19148
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South Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

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 Smith School priced from $1,095. 1501 S 16th St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here are the most affordable South Philadelphia apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Smith School0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$1,095
1501 S 16th StOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,350
1331 Juniper301, 401, 303, 403, 305, 4051BR,1BA$1,850
2640 S 6th St3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$2,450

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Philadelphia, PA

As of July 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Philadelphia area is the $1.80 price per square foot 1169 E Passyunk Ave Model at 1169 E Passyunk Ave, Unit 1B in the in the Wharton neighborhood starting from $1,975. The second greatest value South Philadelphia apartment is the 2848 S 11th St Model at 2848 S 11th St, Unit 1 starting at $1,600 with a $1.60 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1169 E Passyunk Ave, Unit 1B1169 E Passyunk Ave2BR,1BA$1.80
2848 S 11th St, Unit 12848 S 11th St1BR,1.5BA$1.60
1418 Wolf St, Unit 3rd FL1418 Wolf St2BR,1BA$1.63
1529 S 2nd St, Unit 3rd Floor1529 S 2nd St2BR,1BA$1.63
2713 S Alder St, Unit 2nd Floor2713 S Alder St1BR,1BA$1.51
1538 S 9th St, Unit 21538 S 9th St1BR,1BA$1.96
1501 S 16th StOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.08
1331 Juniper301, 401, 303, 403, 305, 4051BR,1BA$2.94
Smith School0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio ,1BA$3.09

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA

Ranked #156

Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Philadelphia Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Philadelphia?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Philadelphia is at Smith School listed at $1,095.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Philadelphia Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Philadelphia Apartment is $1,350 at 1501 S 16th St.

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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