Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Philadelphia/Navy Yard Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $400 (201 Rentals)

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property at 430 Dickinson St

$900 - $1,100

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430 Dickinson St

PhiladelphiaPA19147
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751 S 22nd St
$1,095 - $1,595
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751 S 22nd StPhiladelphia, PA 19146
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property at 635 Dudley St

$1,100 - $1,300

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635 Dudley St

PhiladelphiaPA19148

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property at 508 Federal St

$1,195 - $1,895

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508 Federal St

PhiladelphiaPA19147
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$1,050 - $2,800

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1324 Locust St

PhiladelphiaPA19107

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$1,325 - $1,425

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1951 S 4th St

PhiladelphiaPA19148

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South Philadelphia/Navy Yard, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Philadelphia/Navy Yard Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Philadelphia/Navy Yard area of Philadelphia, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Birchwood at Cedars Village (55+ Community) priced from $987. Juniper Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,075. Here are the most affordable South Philadelphia/Navy Yard apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Birchwood at Cedars Village (55+ Community)1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$987
Juniper PlaceStudioStudio,1BA$1,075
The ClaremontStudioStudio,1BA$1,075
1705 Spruce Street0/1Studio,1BA$1,111
1242 Point Breeze Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,175
Marine ClubStudioStudio,1BA$1,272
The DrakeSTUDIOStudio,1BA$1,275

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Philadelphia/Navy Yard, PA

As of April 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Philadelphia/Navy Yard area is the $0.87 price per square foot 1815 S 23rd St Model at 1815 S 23rd St, Unit 1 in the in the Grays Ferry neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value South Philadelphia/Navy Yard apartment is the 1853 Hoffman St Model at 1853 Hoffman St, Unit 1 starting at $3,000 with a $1.76 price per square foot in the Wharton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Philadelphia/Navy Yard apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1815 S 23rd St, Unit 11815 S 23rd St2BR,1BA$0.87
1853 Hoffman St, Unit 11853 Hoffman St4BR,3BA$1.76
1434 McKean St, Unit 21434 McKean St2BR,2BA$0.97
1715 Hartranft St, Unit #11715 Hartranft St2BR,1BA$1.29
Universal Court 13 Bed 2.5 Bath3BR,2.5BA$1.25
339 Bainbridge StTwo Bed2BR,2BA$1.48
2333 Catharine St2333 Catharine St2BR,1BA$1.80
1109 S 23rd St, Unit 1st floor1109 S 23rd St2BR,1BA$1.75
514 South Street1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.73
Birchwood at Cedars Village (55+ Community)1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.41

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Our team of engineers and researchers compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities and towns across the United States and customized analysis for Central Philadelphia, PA. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Philadelphia/Navy Yard Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Philadelphia/Navy Yard?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Philadelphia/Navy Yard is at Juniper Place listed at $1,075.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Philadelphia/Navy Yard Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Philadelphia/Navy Yard Apartment is $987 at Birchwood at Cedars Village (55+ Community).

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Philadelphia/Navy Yard Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Philadelphia/Navy Yard is starting from $1,550 at 339 Bainbridge St.

What is the most affordable South Philadelphia/Navy Yard Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap South Philadelphia/Navy Yard Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Universal Court 1 and starts from $1,387.

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