Cheap Apartments for Rent in State College, PA from $400 (87 Rentals)

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619 S Pugh St
$910 - $1,340
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

619 S Pugh St

619 S Pugh StState College, PA 16801
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1014 Walnut St, Unit 1014
$1,000
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1 Bedroom Apartment Available Jul 1

1014 Walnut St, Unit 1014

1014 Walnut StState College, PA 16801
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Atherton House
$1,150 - $1,200
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available May 15

Atherton House

415 S Atherton StState College, PA 16801
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318 S Burrowes St
$1,200 - $4,600
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$1,200 - $4,600

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2 to 5 Bedroom Apartment Available Jun 10

318 S Burrowes St

318 S Burrowes StState College, PA 16801
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Toftrees
$1,279 - $2,425
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$1,246 - $2,392
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Toftrees

390 Toftrees AveState College, PA 16803
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Vairo Village
$1,290 - $2,205
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Vairo Village

10 Vairo BlvdState College, PA 16803
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227 S Burrowes St, Unit 1
$1,350
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227 S Burrowes St, Unit 1

227 S Burrowes StState College, PA 16801
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800 Stratford Dr, Unit 32
$1,350
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800 Stratford Dr, Unit 32

800 Stratford DrState College, PA 16801
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Ivy Place
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Ivy Place

236 S Fraser StState College, PA 16801
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Cafe 210
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cafe 210

226 W College AveState College, PA 16801
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Prospect Avenue Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Prospect Avenue Apartments

219 E Prospect AveState College, PA 16801
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The Bellaire
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Bellaire

711 Bellaire AveState College, PA 16801
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Crestmont
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Crestmont

905 S Allen StState College, PA 16801
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Cheapest Available State College Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in State College, PA is a 3 Beds unit found at State College Collective on Farmstead priced from $735. State College Collective on Aaron has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable State College apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
State College Collective on Farmstead3BR/3.5BA - Standard - Unfurnished3BR,3BA$735
State College Collective on Aaron3BR/3.5BR - Upgraded Unfurnished - C3BR,3BA$750
Centre Estates I & II1 BR HCP/WC Accessible1BR,1BA$943
Park Hill2x1 Shared2BR,1BA$1,084
The CanyonAC 2x1 Shared2BR,1BA$1,099
Falport DuplexLarge Studio ApartmentStudio,1BA$1,160
Brickwork Properties Communities1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,198
oLiv Highland5x45BR,4BA$1,210
Americana House ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,375

Best Value Apartments for Rent in State College, PA

As of March 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the State College area is the $0.44 price per square foot 3BR/3.5BA - Standard - Upgraded Unfurnished Model at State College Collective on Farmstead in the starting from $765. The second greatest value State College apartment is the 3BR/3.5BR - Upgraded Furnished - B Model at State College Collective on Aaron starting at $790 with a $0.46 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for State College apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
State College Collective on Farmstead3BR/3.5BA - Standard - Upgraded Unfurnished3BR,3.5BA$0.44
State College Collective on Aaron3BR/3.5BR - Upgraded Furnished - B3BR,3.5BA$0.46
oLiv Hetzel5x4 VIP5BR,4BA$1.24
State College Collective on Northbrook2BR/2.5BA - Furnished2BR,2.5BA$0.80
Ashworth Woods4 Beds, 2.5 baths4BR,2.5BA$1.13
The Villas at Happy Valley3x3.5 Townhome3BR,3.5BA$0.69
The View2x2 Premium2BR,2BA$1.26
Park Hill2x1 Shared2BR,1BA$1.16
The Bryn2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$1.21
Tremont2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$1.26

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State College Overview

State College is a metropolitan town situated in Centre County, Pennsylvania. It?s home to The Pennsylvania State University?s Park Campus, which largely forms its economic and demographic patterns. It is more than just a college town with vibrant nightlife, recreational facilities, shopping outlets, and good quality apartments that make it a great place to live.

Why live in State College, PA?

State College is a wonderful place to live and raise a family because of low crime rates, great schools, and ambient recreational facilities around the mountains. The town is built around Pennsylvania State University with steady college amenities and sporting activities. Though the unemployment rate is slightly higher than that of the national average, State College has experienced a significant job growth rate. It is also isolated from the commotion of the larger cities, with a reasonable cost of living and housing.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap State College Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in State College?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in State College is at Falport Duplex listed at $1,160.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom State College Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom State College Apartment is $943 at Centre Estates I & II.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in State College is starting from $998 at Centre Estates I & II.

What is the most affordable State College Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap State College Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at State College Collective on Farmstead and starts from $735.

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