Cheap Apartments for Rent in the 19121 ZIP Code of Philadelphia, PA from $300 (173 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the 19121 ZIP Code area of Philadelphia.

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property at 2036 N Gratz St

$1,150 - $1,350

2 To 5 Bedroom Rentals

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2036 N Gratz St

PhiladelphiaPA19121
property at 1257 N 23rd St

$1,100 - $1,150

2 Bedroom Rentals

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1257 N 23rd St

PhiladelphiaPA19121
property at 1302 N 19th St

$1,150 - $1,495

1 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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1302 N 19th St

PhiladelphiaPA19121
property at 1521 N 17th St

$1,200 - $1,600

2 To 4 Bedroom Rentals

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1521 N 17th St

PhiladelphiaPA19121

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property at 1626 N 17th St

$1,215

1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Jul 19

1626 N 17th St

PhiladelphiaPA19121
property at 1346 N 27th St

$1,250

1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

1346 N 27th St

PhiladelphiaPA19121
property at 1920 N 18th St

$1,300

3 Bedroom Rentals

Available Aug 15

1920 N 18th St

PhiladelphiaPA19121

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap the 19121 ZIP Code Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom 19121 Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom 19121 Apartment is $650 at Azalea Gardens.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom 19121 Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in 19121 is starting from $810 at Rosemont Apartments.

What is the most affordable 19121 Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap 19121 Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at University Edge & Dickinson Lofts and starts from $815.

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