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1029 S Atherton St

State CollegePA16801

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Vairo Village
$1,233 - $2,108
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Vairo Village

10 Vairo BlvdState College, PA 16803
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Toftrees
$1,287 - $2,565
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Toftrees

390 Toftrees AveState College, PA 16803
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property at 930 W Aaron Dr

$1,300

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930 W Aaron Dr

State CollegePA16803
property at 920 W Aaron Dr

$1,300

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920 W Aaron Dr

State CollegePA16803

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Ivy Place
1 Bedroom Apartments

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
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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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Nittany Garden
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Nittany Garden

445 Waupelani DrState 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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Kemmerer Road Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

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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Ambassador
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Ambassador

421 E Beaver AveState College, PA 16801
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Nuway
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Nuway

542 Easterly PkyState College, PA 16801
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811 West College
3 Bedroom Apartments

811 West College

811 W College AveState College, PA 16801
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Park Forest Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Forest Apartments

801 W Aaron DrState College, PA 16803
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Cheapest Available State College Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in State College, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Centre Estates I & II priced from $943. Park Hill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,084. Here is today’s list of the most affordable State College apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Centre Estates I & II1 BR HCP/WC Accessible1BR,1BA$943
Park Hill2x1 Shared2BR,1BA$1,084
The CanyonAC 2x1 Shared2BR,1BA$1,099
Brickwork Properties Communities1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,198
oLiv Highland5x45BR,4BA$1,210
Vairo VillageStudioStudio,1BA$1,308
Americana House ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,375
Falport 12151 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,454
University Terrace Apartments2 bedroom unfurnished2BR,1BA$1,525

Best Value Apartments for Rent in State College, PA

As of June 12, 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 Highland5x45BR,4BA$0.88
State College Collective on Northbrook2BR/2.5BA - Furnished2BR,2.5BA$0.80
The Villas at Happy Valley3x3.5 Townhome3BR,3.5BA$0.62
The Heights at State CollegeB1 - 2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.04
Tremont4BR/2BA4BR,2BA$0.54
The Bryn3BR/2BA3BR,2BA$0.78
The Pointe at State College3 Bedroom/3 Bath3BR,3BA$0.90
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 Vairo Village listed at $1,308.

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 Brickwork Properties Communities and starts from $1,308.

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