
Gated Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Center City Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA (95 Rentals)


One Thousand One

The Atlantic

1500 Locust

17 Market West

1701 Federal - Olo

210 South 12th

Josephine

Graduate Pointe
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The Girard

The Ludlow

1919 Market

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The Wellington

The Versailles

The Muse

Spruce Tower

Roosevelt Apartments

2116 Chestnut
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AQ Rittenhouse

1909 Rittenhouse

One City

The Arch

The Commonwealth

The Sansom

Avenir

AKA University City

Barringer Hall

Orlowitz Residence
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The Cosmopolitan

ICON

1331 Juniper

Wharton Flats

The Baum’s Building

1500 Pine

Herringbone Lofts

Marine Club

Rittenhouse Claridge

The Chancellor
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The Claremont

The Sterling Apartment Homes

2400 Chestnut St

John Fox Towers - 62 years old plus

Annex

Fitler Commons

SouthStar Lofts

1530 Chestnut
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Southwest Center City, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest Center City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Center City Studio Apartments | $1,799 | $647 | $3,741 |
| Southwest Center City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,402 | $812 | $5,145 |
| Southwest Center City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,546 | $970 | $10,000+ |
| Southwest Center City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,220 | $1,119 | $10,000+ |
| Southwest Center City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,210 | $1,160 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 95 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Southwest Center City Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthwest Center City, Philadelphia, PA
Ranked #25
Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Southwest Center City Neighborhood in Philadelphia, PA
Walk Score®
94 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
92 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
87 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gated Southwest Center City Apartments
What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in Southwest Center City?
Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in Southwest Center City is at John Fox Towers - 62 years old plus listed at $647.
How much is the average rent for a Gated Southwest Center City Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in Southwest Center City is $3,554.
What is the largest Gated Southwest Center City Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in Southwest Center City is a 5,700 square feet unit starting from $1,345 at Roosevelt Apartments.
What is the average size for Southwest Center City Gated Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Gated rental in Southwest Center City is currently at 524 sq ft.
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