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1670 W College Ave, Unit 1670C
1670 W College AveState College, PA 16801
Cheap Apartments for Rent in State College, PA from $550 (48 Rentals)
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Turtle Creek Apartments at Toftrees
240 Toftrees AveState College, PA 16803
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424 Waupelani DrState College, PA 16801
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1210 N Atherton St, Unit 108
1210 N Atherton StState College, PA 16803
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Ivy Place
236 S Fraser StState College, PA 16801
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Cafe 210
226 W College AveState College, PA 16801
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Prospect Avenue Apartments
219 E Prospect AveState College, PA 16801
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Nittany View Apartments
804-810 S Allen StState College, PA 16801
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Atherton Place
1311 S Atherton StState College, PA 16801
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The Bellaire
711 Bellaire AveState College, PA 16801
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Nittany Garden
445 Waupelani DrState College, PA 16801
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Crestmont
905 S Allen StState College, PA 16801
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145 N. Gill St.
145 N Gill StState College, PA 16801
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Kemmerer Road Apartments
410 Kemmerer RdState College, PA 16801
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Campus View
106 E College AveState College, PA 16801
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Old Boalsburg Road Apartments
100 Mccormick AveState College, PA 16801
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Garden House
472 E College AveState College, PA 16801
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Ambassador
421 E Beaver AveState College, PA 16801
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Nuway
542 Easterly PkyState College, PA 16801
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811 West College
811 W College AveState College, PA 16801
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Fairmount East Apartments I
235 Fairmount AveState College, PA 16801
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Dorchester House Apartments
600 W College AveState College, PA 16801
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Park Forest Apartments
801 W Aaron DrState College, PA 16803
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Hiland Court
250 S Fraser StState College, PA 16801
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Regency Square Condominium
200 Highland AveState College, PA 16801
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Haus State College
916 W College AveState College, PA 16801
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The Lofts
728 Bellaire AveState College, PA 16801
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Park Lane Apartments
229 S Sparks StState College, PA 16801
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College Avenue Apartments
536 W College AveState College, PA 16801
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Locust Lane Apartments
301-307 Locust LnState College, PA 16801
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Fairlawn Townhomes
1603-1613 Highlandon CtState College, PA 16801
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Lexington House
518 University DrState College, PA 16801
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Graham Building
126 S Allen StState College, PA 16801
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Centre Estates I & II
302 Jacks Mill DrBoalsburg, PA 16827
908 Main St
CoalportPA16627
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State College, PA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in State College?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap State College Studio Apartments | $1,596 | $1,010 | $2,559 |
| Cheap State College 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,591 | $760 | $2,399 |
| Cheap State College 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,682 | $799 | $3,008 |
| Cheap State College 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,493 | $699 | $4,079 |
| Cheap State College 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,108 | $550 | $1,849 |
| State College 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,385 | $749 | $1,935 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in State College, PA
Pricing Updated: 09/11/2026Current apartment rentals in the State College, PA area range in price from $550 to $4,079 with an overall median price of $1,479. The three State College neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are College Heights at $1,465, Orchard Park at $1,465, and State College South at $1,465. Here is today’s list of the top 8 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for State College Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Heights | $1,465 | $550 | 127 |
| Orchard Park | $1,465 | $550 | 128 |
| State College South | $1,465 | $550 | 129 |
| Tusseyview | $1,465 | $550 | 127 |
| Vallamont | $1,465 | $550 | 127 |
| Holmes Foster | $1,649 | $699 | 15 |
| Downtown State College | $1,657 | $1,049 | 13 |
| Highlands | $1,679 | $1,049 | 22 |
Cheapest Available State College Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in State College, PA is a 2 Beds unit found at Atherton Place in the State College South neighborhood priced from $735. The Station State College in the College Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 5 Beds apartment currently listed from $785. Here is today’s list of the most affordable State College apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atherton Place | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $735 |
| The Station State College | Talmadge Furnished-5x5.5 | 5BR,5BA | $785 |
| 145 N. Gill St. | House | 10BR,3BA | $800 |
| Centre Estates I & II | 1 BR HCP/WC Accessible | 1BR,1BA | $943 |
| The Heights at State College | B1R - Renovated 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,250 |
| Vairo Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,285 |
| Brickwork Properties Communities | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,335 |
| Falport Corl | Large 1 Bedroom, 1 and one half Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,379 |
| Mount Nittany by Allen & Pugh | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in State College, PA
As of September 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the State College area is the $0.54 price per square foot Lumpkin B Furnished-4x4.5 Model at The Station State College in the in the College Heights neighborhood starting from $993. The second greatest value State College apartment is the 3BR/3.5BA - Standard - Upgraded Unfurnished Model at State College Collective on Farmstead starting at $765 with a $0.44 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for State College apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Station State College | Lumpkin B Furnished-4x4.5 | 4BR,4.5BA | $0.54 |
| State College Collective on Farmstead | 3BR/3.5BA - Standard - Upgraded Unfurnished | 3BR,3.5BA | $0.44 |
| Southgate Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Brexx at State College | 3X3 Birchmore | 3BR,3BA | $0.72 |
| The Villas at Happy Valley | 3x3.5 Townhome | 3BR,3.5BA | $0.64 |
| The Heights at State College | B1 - 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| The Bryn | 3BR/2BA | 3BR,2BA | $0.78 |
| Atherton Place | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.73 |
| Parkway Plaza | 2BR/2BA - Unfurnished | 2BR,2BA | $1.01 |
| Tremont | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
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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 price of a cheap apartment in State College?
The cheapest apartment in State College is Centre Estates I & II which is listed at $943, while the average apartment in State College costs $1,479.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in State College?
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 592 regular apartments in State College 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 State College?
Cheap apartments in State College have an average cost of $1,318 which is $161 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in State College.
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