
Cheap Homes for Rent in South Philadelphia Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $900 (25 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the South Philadelphia area of Philadelphia.


1827 S 18th St

1535 Emily St

2127 Mountain St

2842 S Iseminger St

1902 S 7th St

525 Wolf St

2052 Tasker St

2052 Tasker St

1304 Jackson St

1513 S Opal St

1513 S Opal St

1425 Jackson St

1435 S 7th St

827 Reed St

1426 S 15th St

412 Jackson St

1410 W Porter St

1027 Tree St

538 Federal St

157 Sigel St

1103 Gerritt St
South Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in South Philadelphia?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Philadelphia 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,890 | $1,400 | $2,650 |
South Philadelphia 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,295 | $1,300 | $3,495 |
South Philadelphia 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,255 | $2,650 | $4,800 |
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There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the South Philadelphia Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA.
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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 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Smith School | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
1501 S 16th St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
1331 Juniper | 301, 401, 303, 403, 305, 405 | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
2640 S 6th St | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $2,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Philadelphia, PA
As of July 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Philadelphia area is the $1.60 price per square foot 2848 S 11th St Model at 2848 S 11th St, Unit 1 in the in the Marconi Plaza neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value South Philadelphia apartment is the 1529 S 2nd St Model at 1529 S 2nd St, Unit 3rd Floor starting at $1,300 with a $1.63 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. |
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2848 S 11th St, Unit 1 | 2848 S 11th St | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.60 |
1529 S 2nd St, Unit 3rd Floor | 1529 S 2nd St | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
2713 S Alder St, Unit 2nd Floor | 2713 S Alder St | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
1538 S 9th St, Unit 2 | 1538 S 9th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
1501 S 16th St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
1331 Juniper | 301, 401, 303, 403, 305, 405 | 1BR,1BA | $2.94 |
Smith School | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio ,1BA | $3.09 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about South Philadelphia
What type of rentals are currently available in South Philadelphia?
There are currently 275 Apartments for Rent in South Philadelphia, PA with pricing that ranges from $995 to $3,000. There are also 109 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Philadelphia ranging from $950 to $4,800.
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 $950 to $4,800 with an average monthly rent of $2,181.
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.

A Local Expert's Guide to the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Philadelphia
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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls
Written by: Cheryl Bowman
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