Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Philadelphia Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $300 (577 Rentals)

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property at 340 N 62nd St

340 N 62nd St

PhiladelphiaPA19139
property at 214 N 54th St

214 N 54th St

PhiladelphiaPA19139
property at 819 N 64th St

819 N 64th St

PhiladelphiaPA19151

West Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Philadelphia Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Philadelphia area of Philadelphia, PA is a 3 Beds unit found at Student Housing - Newly Renovated priced from $635. Stonehurst Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable West Philadelphia apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Student Housing - Newly Renovated3BR/1.0BA3BR,1BA$635
Stonehurst ApartmentsQuartzStudio,1BA$750
Winchester ApartmentsMontgomeryStudio,1BA$850
Hoffman Place Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$895
University Court ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$895
The Carano Building1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Philadelphia, PA

As of November 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Philadelphia area is the $0.39 price per square foot 1628 N 52nd St Model at 1628 N 52nd St, Unit #3 in the in the Belmont neighborhood starting from $950. The second greatest value West Philadelphia apartment is the 376 Beverly Boulevard 2nd floor Model at 376 Beverly Boulevard 2nd floor, Unit Second floor starting at $1,300 with a $0.65 price per square foot in the Beverly Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Philadelphia apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1628 N 52nd St, Unit #31628 N 52nd St1BR,1BA$0.39
376 Beverly Boulevard 2nd floor, Unit Second floor376 Beverly Boulevard 2nd floor2BR,1BA$0.65
529 N 35th St, Unit 1529 N 35th St4BR,2.5BA$1.11
1311 S 52nd St, Unit 41311 S 52nd St3BR,1BA$1.14
The Elm On 63rdType 134BR,4BA$0.72
Mantua Preservation ProjectMantua Preservation Project2BR,1BA$0.99
Madison ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.93
The Legacy at Drexel Arms4x24BR,2BA$0.74
5900 Pine St, Unit 25900 Pine St1BR,1BA$1.06
3864 W Girard Ave, Unit 2nd Floor - B23864 W Girard Ave1BR,1BA$0.97

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA

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

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in areas across the United States including West Philadelphia, Philadelphia, and the greater Philadelphia area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places that make kids happy, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Philadelphia Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in West Philadelphia?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Philadelphia is under $900.

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

The cheapest apartment in West Philadelphia is Student Housing - Newly Renovated which is listed at $680, while the average apartment in West Philadelphia costs $8,290.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in West 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 358 regular apartments in West 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 West Philadelphia?

Cheap apartments in West Philadelphia have an average cost of $700 which is $7,590 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West 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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A Local Expert's Guide to the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Philadelphia

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.