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1606-1608 Locust St
1606-1608 Locust StPhiladelphia, PA 19103
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247-249 S Juniper StPhiladelphia, PA 19107
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2135 S 8th StPhiladelphia, PA 19148
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929 Federal St, Unit 2R
929 Federal StPhiladelphia, PA 19147
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1521 S Broad St, Unit 2R
1521 S Broad StPhiladelphia, PA 19147
809 S 10th St
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206 S 13th StPhiladelphia, PA 19107
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1022 Pine StPhiladelphia, PA 19107
2115 S 20th St
PhiladelphiaPA19145
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1501 Locust StPhiladelphia, PA 19102
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1100 S Broad StPhiladelphia, PA 19146
1122 Gerritt St
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1228 Spruce StPhiladelphia, PA 19107
1933 Christian St
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425 S 15th St
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514 South StPhiladelphia, PA 19147
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1512 Spruce StPhiladelphia, PA 19102
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2101 Washington AvePhiladelphia, PA 19146
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507-515 S 8th StPhiladelphia, PA 19147
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1430 South Street
1430 South StPhiladelphia, PA 19146
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512 Reed St, Unit 3
512 Reed StPhiladelphia, PA 19147
1420 Locust St
PhiladelphiaPA19102
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1701 Federal StPhiladelphia, PA 19146
913 Washington Ave
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1314 Walnut St, Unit 3R
1314 Walnut StPhiladelphia, PA 19107
2118 S Broad St
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322 S 12th St
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310 S 10th StPhiladelphia, PA 19107
1247 Snyder Ave
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412-426 S 13th StPhiladelphia, PA 19147
2004 Tasker St
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1220 S 13th St
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Lincoln Square
1000 S Broad StPhiladelphia, PA 19146
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309 S 16th St
309 S 16th StPhiladelphia, PA 19102
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Wharton, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wharton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wharton Studio Apartments | $1,790 | $865 | $3,000 |
| Wharton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,361 | $812 | $4,638 |
| Wharton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,418 | $970 | $7,984 |
| Wharton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,083 | $1,387 | $10,000+ |
| Wharton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,782 | $1,241 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Wharton Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Wharton area of Philadelphia, PA is a Studio unit found at 1606-1608 Locust St priced from $865. Birchwood at Cedars Village (55+ Community) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $987. Here are the most affordable Wharton apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1606-1608 Locust St | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $865 |
| Birchwood at Cedars Village (55+ Community) | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $987 |
| Juniper Place | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,075 |
| The Lenox Condos | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| 1501 Locust St Residential | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Marine Club | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,210 |
| Spruce Tower | -01 | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
| 1155 S 15th St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,342 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wharton, PA
As of September 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wharton area is the $1.73 price per square foot 1818 Federal St Model at 1818 Federal St, Unit B in the in the Wharton neighborhood starting from $2,595. The second greatest value Wharton apartment is the 2111 S 20th St Model at 2111 S 20th St, Unit 1 floor unit starting at $1,500 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Marconi Plaza neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wharton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1818 Federal St, Unit B | 1818 Federal St | 4BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| 2111 S 20th St, Unit 1 floor unit | 2111 S 20th St | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.20 |
| Universal Court 1 | 3 Bed 2.5 Bath | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.25 |
| 1714 Reed St, Unit A | 1714 Reed St | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Waverly Court / Keppoch House | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 514 South Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| 237 Chestnut St | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.77 |
| 512 Reed St, Unit 3 | 512 Reed St | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| 1430 South Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Birchwood at Cedars Village (55+ Community) | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Wharton Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Wharton?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Wharton is under $1,342.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Wharton?
The cheapest apartment in Wharton is Birchwood at Cedars Village (55+ Community) which is listed at $987, while the average apartment in Wharton costs $2,245.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Wharton?
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 31 regular apartments in Wharton 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 Wharton?
Cheap apartments in Wharton have an average cost of $367 which is $1,878 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Wharton.
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