
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Tacony Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $800 (13 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Tacony?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tacony Studio Apartments | $1,112 | $850 | $1,350 |
| Tacony 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,476 | $890 | $2,015 |
| Tacony 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,891 | $1,730 | $2,000 |
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Cheapest Available Tacony Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Tacony area of Philadelphia, PA is a Studio unit found at Mayfair Garden Apartments priced from $850. Longshore Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable Tacony apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mayfair Garden Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Longshore Apartments | Studio, 1BR | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Cottage Street Apartments | 1BR Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| The Keys | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,292 |
| River Villas | 2 BEDROOMS | 2BR,1BA | $1,730 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tacony, PA
As of July 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Tacony area is the $0.87 price per square foot 5734 Walker St Model at 5734 Walker St, Unit 2nd Flr in the in the Mayfair neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Tacony apartment is the 2 bedroom 1 bath Model at The Keys starting at $1,800 with a $2.02 price per square foot in the Mayfair neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Tacony apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5734 Walker St, Unit 2nd Flr | 5734 Walker St | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| The Keys | 2 bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| Willow Shores | The Cove Den | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| Cottage Street Apartments | 1BR Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| River Villas | 2 BEDROOMS | 2BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| Mayfair Garden Apartments | Efficiency | Studio ,1BA | $1.31 |
| Longshore Apartments | Studio, 1BR | Studio ,1BA | $2.25 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Tacony Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Tacony?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Tacony is at Mayfair Garden Apartments listed at $850.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Tacony Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Tacony Apartment is $950 at Mayfair Garden Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Tacony Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Tacony is starting from $1,730 at River Villas.
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