
Cheap Homes for Rent in the South Philadelphia/Navy Yard Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $700 (76 Rentals)
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1814 S 5th St

1354 S Dover St

709 S 20th St

1244 S 22nd St, Unit 2B

1912 S 19th St

1163 S Cleveland St

1324 Locust St, Unit 817

1438 Snyder Ave

918 S 12th St
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1526 W Ritner St

1333 S Cleveland St, Unit Rear room 2nd floor

1013 S 12th St

2112 S 8th St

1843 S 4th St

1814 S 5th St

1324 Locust St

402 Durfor St

2046 S Norwood St

1526 Christian St
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2842 S Iseminger St

1129 Carpenter St, Unit 3rd Floor

501 Oregon Ave

1616 Pine St

2307 Christian Street, Unit 2

425 S 15th St, Unit 3R

1905 Federal St

1905 Federal St, Unit 2nd Floor

1224 Tasker St, Unit 1R

1236 S 10th St, Unit 2
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1510 S Broad St

2801 Winton St

1915 Wharton St

716 Hoffman St

1529 S Newkirk St

2015 Pierce St

1501 S Newkirk St

924 S 10th St

1808 S Ringgold St

1910 Dudley St
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1936 Tasker St

1806 S 19th St, Unit 2nd Floor

1738 Wolf St

2051 S Garnet St

1007 Dickinson St

1504 S Dover St

2110 S Broad St

2504 S Broad St

1537 S Bailey St

2048 S 21st St, Unit 2ND FLOOR
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South Philadelphia/Navy Yard, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in South Philadelphia/Navy Yard?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Philadelphia/Navy Yard 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,141 | $1,250 | $6,500 |
| South Philadelphia/Navy Yard 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,780 | $1,200 | $7,750 |
| South Philadelphia/Navy Yard 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,426 | $1,850 | $8,900 |
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There are currently 76 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Philadelphia/Navy Yard Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA.
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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 Studio unit found at 1913 S 20th St priced from $900. Birchwood at Cedars Village (55+ Community) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $987. Here are the most affordable South Philadelphia/Navy Yard apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1913 S 20th St | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Birchwood at Cedars Village (55+ Community) | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $987 |
| The Claremont | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,075 |
| Juniper Place | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,075 |
| The Newport | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| The Drake | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| 514 South Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| The Howell | Layout B | 1BR,1BA | $1,367 |
| Universal Court 1 | 3 Bed 2.5 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1,387 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Philadelphia/Navy Yard, PA
As of July 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Philadelphia/Navy Yard area is the $1.65 price per square foot 1853 Hoffman St Model at 1853 Hoffman St, Unit 1 in the in the Wharton neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value South Philadelphia/Navy Yard apartment is the 1715 Hartranft St Model at 1715 Hartranft St, Unit #1 Lower Level starting at $1,800 with a $1.29 price per square foot in the Marconi Plaza neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Philadelphia/Navy Yard apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1853 Hoffman St, Unit 1 | 1853 Hoffman St | 4BR,3BA | $1.65 |
| 1715 Hartranft St, Unit #1 Lower Level | 1715 Hartranft St | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Universal Court 1 | 3 Bed 2.5 Bath | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.25 |
| 816 S 5th St, Unit A | 816 S 5th St | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.86 |
| 2333 Catharine St, Unit 2 | 2333 Catharine St | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| 1951 Point Breeze Avenue | 1951 Point Breeze Avenue - 309 | 2BR,2BA | $1.86 |
| 514 South Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| 1430 South Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Birchwood at Cedars Village (55+ Community) | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| 1913 S 20th St | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio ,1BA | $1.86 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about South Philadelphia/Navy Yard
What type of rentals are currently available in South Philadelphia/Navy Yard?
There are currently 1419 Apartments for Rent in South Philadelphia/Navy Yard, PA with pricing that ranges from $640 to $24,995. There are also 287 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Philadelphia/Navy Yard ranging from $745 to $8,900.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Philadelphia/Navy Yard?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Philadelphia/Navy Yard ranges from $745 to $8,900 with an average monthly rent of $2,472.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Philadelphia/Navy Yard?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Philadelphia/Navy Yard range from $640 to $14,579, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $7,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,850 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,241.
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