
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southeast Philadelphia Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $900 (94 Rentals)
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2400 S 4th St

1839 S 2nd St

635 Dudley St

1534 S 4th St

2135 S 8th St, Unit 3

2115 S 20th St

1635 Passyunk Ave

1425 Jackson St

1917 McClellan St
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Gateway Towers

1601 Jackson St

1529 W Porter St

2118 S Broad St

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1714 S 4th St, Unit 2F

1806 S 19th St, Unit 2nd Floor

1917 Dudley St

1655 S Bancroft St

2119 S 13th St

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1627 Wolf St, Unit 2nd floor
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2114 Mifflin St, Unit A

406 Pierce St

Brush Factory Lofts (LO), Unit 1 Bed

305 Mifflin St

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2222 S 15th St, Unit First Floor

2030 S Percy St, Unit 2

1903 Jackson St

1715 Hartranft St, Unit #1 Lower Level

2609 S 7th St

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1114 Snyder Ave
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The Enclaves

2001 S Norwood St

521 Cantrell St

1904 S 5th St

1926 S 7th St, Unit 2

1931 S Bonsall St

1807 S 4th St

1910 Pierce St

1926 S 7th St

1913 S 20th St
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2516 S Broad St

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1912 S 19th St

1833 Daly St

2408 S 22nd St

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1001 Cantrell St

2112 S 8th St
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Southeast Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southeast Philadelphia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeast Philadelphia Studio Apartments | $2,500 | $2,500 | $2,500 |
| Southeast Philadelphia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,333 | $995 | $3,566 |
| Southeast Philadelphia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,188 | $1,550 | $5,109 |
| Southeast Philadelphia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,461 | $1,895 | $7,601 |
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Cheapest Available Southeast Philadelphia Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southeast Philadelphia area of Philadelphia, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Gateway Towers priced from $1,355. 1951 Point Breeze Avenue has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here are the most affordable Southeast Philadelphia apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gateway Towers | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,355 |
| 1951 Point Breeze Avenue | 1951 Point Breeze Avenue - 309 | 2BR,2BA | $1,800 |
| The Enclaves | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,845 |
| AVE Constitution | A21 | 1BR,1BA | $2,081 |
| AVE Normandy | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,290 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Philadelphia, PA
As of August 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southeast Philadelphia area is the $1.29 price per square foot 1715 Hartranft St Model at 1715 Hartranft St, Unit #1 Lower Level in the in the Marconi Plaza neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Southeast Philadelphia apartment is the 2114 Mifflin St Model at 2114 Mifflin St, Unit A starting at $1,600 with a $1.68 price per square foot in the Grays Ferry neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southeast Philadelphia apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1715 Hartranft St, Unit #1 Lower Level | 1715 Hartranft St | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| 2114 Mifflin St, Unit A | 2114 Mifflin St | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| The Enclaves | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.22 |
| 2222 S 15th St, Unit First Floor | 2222 S 15th St | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 1714 S 4th St, Unit 2F | 1714 S 4th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| 1114 Snyder Ave | 1114 Snyder Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| 1951 Point Breeze Avenue | 1951 Point Breeze Avenue - 308 | 2BR,2BA | $2.46 |
| AVE Constitution | A22a | 1BR,1BA | $3.70 |
| 610 Moore, Philadelphia, PA 19148 | 1 BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| Gateway Towers | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southeast Philadelphia Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southeast Philadelphia Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southeast Philadelphia Apartment is $1,355 at Gateway Towers.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southeast Philadelphia Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southeast Philadelphia is starting from $1,670 at Gateway Towers.
What is the most affordable Southeast Philadelphia Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Southeast Philadelphia Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 2640 S 6th St and starts from $2,450.
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