Cheap Homes for Rent in South Philadelphia Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $900 (25 Rentals)

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property at 2052 Tasker St

2052 Tasker St

PhiladelphiaPA19145
property at 1513 S Opal St

1513 S Opal St

PhiladelphiaPA19146
property at 1435 S 7th St

1435 S 7th St

PhiladelphiaPA19147
property at 1103 Gerritt St

1103 Gerritt St

PhiladelphiaPA19147

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 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2848 S 11th St, Unit 12848 S 11th St1BR,1.5BA$1.60
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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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.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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