Cheap Apartments for Rent in State College, PA from $400 (97 Rentals)

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1670 W College Ave
$760 - $1,000
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$760 - $1,000
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1670 W College Ave

1670 W College AveState College, PA 16801
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Atherton House
$1,150 - $1,200
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$1,150 - $1,200
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Atherton House

415 S Atherton StState College, PA 16801
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Toftrees
$1,287 - $2,450
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Toftrees

390 Toftrees AveState College, PA 16803
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Vairo Village
$1,308 - $2,218
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Vairo Village

10 Vairo BlvdState College, PA 16803
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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
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Crestmont

905 S Allen StState College, PA 16801
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Kemmerer Road Apartments
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Kemmerer Road Apartments

410 Kemmerer RdState College, PA 16801
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Campus View
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Campus View

106 E College AveState College, PA 16801
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Garden House
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Garden House

472 E College AveState 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
Brexx at State College4x4.5 Springmore Upgraded4BR,4BA$929
Centre Estates I & II1 BR HCP/WC Accessible1BR,1BA$943
University Terrace ApartmentsEfficiency unfurnishedStudio,1BA$1,050
Haus3x2 Shared3BR,2BA$1,054
Park Hill2x1 Shared2BR,1BA$1,084
The CanyonAC 2x1 Shared2BR,1BA$1,099
Falport DuplexLarge Studio ApartmentStudio,1BA$1,160

Best Value Apartments for Rent in State College, PA

As of April 28, 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 - Furnished - C 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 - Furnished - C3BR,3.5BA$0.46
Brexx at State College2X2.5 Birchmore2BR,2.5BA$1.02
oLiv Highland4x2 Lite4BR,2BA$1.06
State College Collective on Northbrook2BR/2.5BA - Furnished2BR,2.5BA$0.79
The Villas at Happy Valley3x3.5 Townhome3BR,3.5BA$0.61
The Heights at State CollegeB1R - Renovated 2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.21
Haus3x2 Shared3BR,2BA$1.02
The Bryn3BR/2BA3BR,2BA$0.78
Park Hill2x1 Shared2BR,1BA$1.16

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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 University Terrace Apartments listed at $1,050.

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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