Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Philadelphia Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $850 (23 Rentals)

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Chester Hall
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Chester Hall

4205 Chester AvePhiladelphia, PA 19104
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Korman Residential
Studio Apartments

Korman Residential

8400 Lindbergh BlvdPhiladelphia, PA 19153
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Transform your studio apartment layout and maximize storage. Get proven ideas from a 20-year property expert to make any small space stylish and functional.

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Florence Gardens
Studio Apartments

Florence Gardens

506 S 41st StPhiladelphia, PA 19104
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The Lexington
Studio Apartments

The Lexington

4207 Chester AvePhiladelphia, PA 19104
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Trinity Apartments
Studio Apartments

Trinity Apartments

1008 S 48th StPhiladelphia, PA 19143
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RSS-University Court
Studio Apartments

RSS-University Court

4618 Chester AvePhiladelphia, PA 19143
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The Emerson
Studio Apartments

The Emerson

4209 Chester AvePhiladelphia, PA 19104

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Create a productive work-from-home apartment setup, even in a small space or studio. Discover layout ideas, desk solutions, and organization tips that actually work.

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WADE Flats
Studio Apartments

WADE Flats

5300 Whitby AvePhiladelphia, PA 19143
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Chester Plaza
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Chester Plaza

4605-4611 Chester AvePhiladelphia, PA 19143
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4107 Chester
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4107 Chester

4107 Chester AvePhiladelphia, PA 19104
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Florence Flats
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Florence Flats

800-802 S 49th StPhiladelphia, PA 19143
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908 S 47th St
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908 S 47th St

908 S 47th StPhiladelphia, PA 19143

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Southwest Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA

Ranked #120

Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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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 $1,049.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southwest Philadelphia?

The cheapest apartment in Southwest Philadelphia is Winchester Apartments which is listed at $850, while the average apartment in Southwest Philadelphia costs $2,100.

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 3 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 $554 which is $1,546 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southwest Philadelphia.

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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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