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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 The Walter George Smith Public School priced from $1,114. Wharton Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,800. 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
Wharton Flats203, 205, 303, 305, 403, 4052BR,2BA$1,800
2640 S 6th St3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$2,450

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Philadelphia, PA

As of January 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Philadelphia area is the $1.31 price per square foot 302 Dickinson St Model at 302 Dickinson St, Unit #1 in the in the Wharton neighborhood starting from $1,765. The second greatest value South Philadelphia apartment is the 1727 S Broad St Model at 1727 S Broad St, Unit B. starting at $1,875 with a $1.56 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.
302 Dickinson St, Unit #1302 Dickinson St2BR,2BA$1.31
1727 S Broad St, Unit B.1727 S Broad St2BR,2BA$1.56
2135 S 5th St, Unit 2nd Fl2135 S 5th St2BR,2BA$1.32
Wharton Flats203, 205, 303, 305, 403, 4052BR,2BA$2.22
2038 S 4th St, Unit 2038 2nd floor2038 S 4th St1BR,1BA$3.06
2037 S 4th St, Unit 12037 S 4th St1BR,1BA$3.06
The Walter George Smith Public School0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio ,1BA$3.69

Frequently Asked Questions about South Philadelphia

What type of rentals are currently available in South Philadelphia?

There are currently 281 Apartments for Rent in South Philadelphia, PA with pricing that ranges from $900 to $4,128. 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 $2,153.

Expert Rental Resources

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