
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Philadelphia Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA (170 Rentals)


The Linden University City

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The Enclaves

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5015 WEST

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808 S 49th St, Unit 3
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4604 Chester Ave

4814 Cedar Ave

521 S 42nd St

5847 Willows Ave

5847 Willows Ave

780 S 52nd St

2105 S Simpson St

5847 Willows Ave

4605 Chester Ave

5013 Springfield Ave
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4619 Cedar Ave

5431 Baltimore Ave

6130 Wheeler St

1221 S 52nd St

5237 Chester Ave

2053 S Cecil St

2534 S 61st St

1619 S 28th St

1425 S Napa St

6068 Kingsessing Avenue Unit 2
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807 S 49th St

6037 Elmwood Ave

4218 Chester Ave

940 S 49th St

4925 Catharine St

4813-4815 Chester Ave

649 S 52nd St

4705 Chester Ave

6401 Saybrook Ave
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4518-4520 Springfield Ave

7627 Este Ave

4818 Chester Ave

7046 Woodland Ave

2142-2144 S Simpson St

6420-6422 Woodland Ave

804 S 49th St

1007-1009 46th St

1437 S 58th St

808 S Saint Bernard St
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Southwest Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest Philadelphia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Philadelphia Studio Apartments | $1,398 | $850 | $2,431 |
Southwest Philadelphia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,502 | $935 | $2,950 |
| Southwest Philadelphia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,076 | $1,100 | $3,683 |
| Southwest Philadelphia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,068 | $1,350 | $3,010 |
| Southwest Philadelphia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,600 | $1,600 | $1,600 |
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There are currently 170 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southwest Philadelphia Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA.
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Largest Available Southwest Philadelphia 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Southwest Philadelphia area of Philadelphia, PA is found at The Linden University City and is listed at 885 square feet priced from $2,800. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Linden University City | Unit F Duplex | 885 Sq Ft | $2,800 |
| International City | One Bedroom with Den | 870 Sq Ft | $1,140 |
| Hoffman Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 733 Sq Ft | $995 |
| Spring Village Apartments | g8 | 699 Sq Ft | $1,299 |
| The Irvine | 1 Bedroom B | 690 Sq Ft | $1,599 |
| University Court Apartments | One Bedroom | 600 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
| Gateway Towers | 1 Bedroom Deluxe | 600 Sq Ft | $1,485 |
| Winchester Apartments | Chester | 575 Sq Ft | $900 |
| Lansdowne Meadows | 1 Bedroom | 540 Sq Ft | $1,003 |
| Chester Lynne Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 396 Sq Ft | $1,050 |
Cheapest Available Southwest Philadelphia 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Southwest Philadelphia of Philadelphia, PA is the 1BR/1.0BA Model starting from $680 at Student Housing - Newly Renovated. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Southwest Philadelphia is currently $1,502. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Student Housing - Newly Renovated | 1BR/1.0BA | $680 |
| Winchester Apartments | Chester | $900 |
| International City | One Bedroom | $960 |
| Hoffman Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $995 |
| Lansdowne Meadows | 1 Bedroom | $1,003 |
| Chester Lynne Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,050 |
| Spring Village Apartments | g8 | $1,299 |
| Gateway Towers | 1 Bedroom | $1,315 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Southwest Philadelphia Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Southwest Philadelphia with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Southwest Philadelphia is at Student Housing - Newly Renovated listed at $680.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Southwest Philadelphia Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Southwest Philadelphia is $1,502.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Southwest Philadelphia Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Southwest Philadelphia is a 885 square feet unit starting from $2,800 at The Linden University City.
What is the average size for Southwest Philadelphia 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Southwest Philadelphia is currently 762 sq ft.
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