Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Philadelphia Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $400 (50 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Southwest Philadelphia area of Philadelphia.

6225 Carpenter St

Hoffman Place Apartments

6249 Reedland St

International City

1004 S 52nd St

2053 S Cecil St

4715 Baltimore Ave

1330 S Patton St

Bernice Arms Apartments - 62 years old +

Parkview Court

Lansdowne Meadows

Revere Crossing Apartments

Spring Village Apartments
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 | $1,326 | $825 | $2,279 |
| Southwest Philadelphia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,511 | $795 | $2,950 |
| Southwest Philadelphia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,057 | $950 | $3,683 |
| Southwest Philadelphia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,878 | $1,350 | $3,010 |
| Southwest Philadelphia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,400 | $1,400 | $1,400 |
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There are currently 50 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southwest Philadelphia Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA.
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Cheapest Available Southwest Philadelphia Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Philadelphia area of Philadelphia, PA is a 3 Beds unit found at Student Housing - Newly Renovated priced from $635. 106 N 9th St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable Southwest Philadelphia apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Housing - Newly Renovated | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $635 |
| 106 N 9th St | single family home | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Winchester Apartments | Montgomery | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Hoffman Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| University Court Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Chester Plaza | studio | Studio,1BA | $923 |
| 4107 Chester | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Lansdowne Meadows | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $951 |
| International City | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $960 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Philadelphia, PA
As of November 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwest Philadelphia area is the $1.14 price per square foot 1311 S 52nd St Model at 1311 S 52nd St, Unit 4 in the in the Belmont neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Southwest Philadelphia apartment is the 6040 Kingsessing Ave Model at 6040 Kingsessing Ave, Unit 1 starting at $1,300 with a $0.93 price per square foot in the Kingsessing neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Philadelphia apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1311 S 52nd St, Unit 4 | 1311 S 52nd St | 3BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| 6040 Kingsessing Ave, Unit 1 | 6040 Kingsessing Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Gateway Airport Townhomes | Style A | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.60 |
| 6600 Dicks Ave, Unit Section 8 | 6600 Dicks Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| 2018 S 70th St, Unit 1 | 2018 S 70th St | 1BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| 2802 Winton Street, Unit 2nd fl | 2802 Winton Street | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| 2855 Winton St, Unit 2BD Corner Apt With Yard | 2855 Winton St | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| 106 N 9th St | single family home | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| 5823 Theodore St | 5823 Theodore St | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| 5650 Elmwood Ave, Unit 2 | 5650 Elmwood Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
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Best Local Schools in Southwest Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA
Comegys Benjamin B School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Philadelphia Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Southwest Philadelphia?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southwest Philadelphia is under $960.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southwest Philadelphia?
The cheapest apartment in Southwest Philadelphia is Student Housing - Newly Renovated which is listed at $680, while the average apartment in Southwest Philadelphia costs $1,800.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southwest Philadelphia?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 7 regular apartments in Southwest Philadelphia that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Southwest Philadelphia?
Cheap apartments in Southwest Philadelphia have an average cost of $265 which is $1,535 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southwest Philadelphia.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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