
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Philadelphia Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $800 (62 Rentals)
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2208 S 15th St

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2222 S 15th St, Unit 3rd Floor, Unit 3rd Floor

2136 S Broad St

2532 S Broad St

1839 S 20th St

1839 S 20th St

2301 S Bancroft St

1333 S Cleveland St, Unit Rear room 2nd floor, Unit Rear room 2nd floor

2455 S 3rd St, Unit 2nd floor
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1247 Snyder Ave

1839 S 20th St

1910 S 15th St

2127 Tasker St

1236 S 10th St, Unit Unit 3

1800 S 18th St

1900 S 18th St

1917 McClellan St

1224 Tasker St

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509 Reed St, Unit Apt 2, Unit Apt 2
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1003 S 3rd St, Unit 1

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2119 S 16th St, Unit 2nd floor, Unit 2nd floor

1930 S 6th St

1817 S 11th St, Unit # 2

1407-11 Point Breeze Ave

1540 W Ritner St

1520 Wharton St

2221 S Broad St

1832 Dudley St

1626 S 6th St
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1304 S 9th St

2124 S 15th St

720-730 Tasker St

The Breeze Building

Oregon Court Apartments

Oregon Arms

The Walter George Smith Public School

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1438 Snyder Ave

2413 S 4th St
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2112 S 8th St

1526 W Ritner St

1604 S Clarion St

2535 S 8th St

1705 Jackson St

1843 S 4th St

1501 S 16th St

1420 Point Breeze Ave

1510 S Broad St

1927 S 10th 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 | $1,162 | $850 | $1,650 |
| South Philadelphia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,593 | $1,075 | $3,128 |
| South Philadelphia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,872 | $1,300 | $2,700 |
| South Philadelphia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,573 | $1,600 | $4,091 |
| South Philadelphia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,650 | $2,500 | $2,800 |
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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 1 Bed unit found at Wharton Street Lofts priced from $1,795. Wharton Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,875. Here are the most affordable South Philadelphia apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wharton Street Lofts | 1 Bedroom - Floor Plan 04 | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Wharton Flats | 202, 302, 402 | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
| 2640 S 6th St | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $2,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Philadelphia, PA
As of May 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Philadelphia area is the $1.65 price per square foot 1853 Hoffman St Model at 1853 Hoffman St, Unit 1 in the in the Wharton neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value South Philadelphia apartment is the 1715 Hartranft St Model at 1715 Hartranft St, Unit #1 Lower Level 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1853 Hoffman St, Unit 1 | 1853 Hoffman St | 4BR,3BA | $1.65 |
| 1715 Hartranft St, Unit #1 Lower Level | 1715 Hartranft St | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| 1710 Snyder Ave, Unit 2 | 1710 Snyder Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| 1413 W Ritner St, Unit 1 | 1413 W Ritner St | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 1229 W Porter St, Unit Unit 1 | 1229 W Porter St | 2BR,2BA | $2.24 |
| 509 Reed St, Unit Apt 2 | 509 Reed St | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| 2119 S 16th St, Unit 2nd floor | 2119 S 16th St | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Wharton Street Lofts | 1 Bedroom - Floor Plan 07 | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| Wharton Flats | 202, 302, 402 | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| 2222 S 15th St, Unit 3rd Floor | 2222 S 15th St | Studio ,1BA | $2.33 |
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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 $1,795 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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Helpful Local Expert Guides

A Local Expert's Guide to the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Philadelphia
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There’s always been more to Philadelphia than meets the eye. When I first came here, I saw it as a tough, gritty town.

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Philadelphia is a city of neighborhoods. Those who live here take great pride in our specific corners of the city.

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