Cheap Homes for Rent in South Philadelphia Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $1,000 (55 Rentals)

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PhiladelphiaPA19148
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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 The Walter George Smith Public School priced from $1,114. 610 Moore, Philadelphia, PA 19148 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,445. Here are the most affordable South Philadelphia apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Walter George Smith Public School0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$1,114
610 Moore, Philadelphia, PA 191481 BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,445
Wharton Flats201, 301, 4011BR,1BA$1,580
1331 Juniper301, 401, 303, 403, 305, 4051BR,1BA$1,695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Philadelphia, PA

As of November 17, 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 1618 S Broad St Model at 1618 S Broad St, Unit 1 starting at $2,200 with a $1.83 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
721 Wharton St, Unit 3721 Wharton St3BR,2BA$1.27
1618 S Broad St, Unit 11618 S Broad St3BR,2BA$1.83
Wharton Street Lofts2 Bedroom - Floor Plan 012BR,2BA$2.37
1854 S Carlisle St, Unit 2nd Floor1854 S Carlisle St1BR,1BA$1.50
1708 Mifflin St, Unit 11708 Mifflin St1BR,1BA$1.39
1711 S 13th St, Unit #11711 S 13th St2BR,1BA$1.61
1720 S 4th St, Unit Floor 31720 S 4th St1BR,1BA$2.31
1331 Juniper301, 401, 303, 403, 305, 4051BR,1BA$2.69
610 Moore, Philadelphia, PA 191481 BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2.41
Wharton Flats201, 301, 4011BR,1BA$2.72

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA

Ranked #135

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Philadelphia

What type of rentals are currently available in South Philadelphia?

There are currently 294 Apartments for Rent in South Philadelphia, PA with pricing that ranges from $995 to $2,641. There are also 158 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Philadelphia ranging from $1,000 to $7,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Philadelphia?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Philadelphia ranges from $1,000 to $7,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,287.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.