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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
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Prospect Avenue Apartments

219 E Prospect AveState College, PA 16801
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Corl West Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Corl West Apartments

406-420 S Corl StState College, PA 16801
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Atherton House
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Atherton House

415 S Atherton StState College, PA 16801
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Falport Duplex
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Falport Duplex

623-625 W Nittany 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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Kemmerer Road Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Kemmerer Road Apartments

410 Kemmerer RdState College, PA 16801
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Falport Corl
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Falport Corl

407 S Corl StState College, PA 16801
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Campus View
Studio 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
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 Bedroom Apartments

Park Forest Apartments

801 W Aaron DrState College, PA 16803
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Park Lane Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Lane Apartments

229 S Sparks StState College, PA 16801
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Hiland Court
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Hiland Court

250 S Fraser StState College, PA 16801
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Armenara Building
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Armenara Building

131 Sowers StState College, PA 16801
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Haus State College
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Haus State College

916 W College AveState College, PA 16801
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Locust Lane Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Locust Lane Apartments

301-307 Locust LnState College, PA 16801
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College Avenue Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

College Avenue Apartments

536 W College AveState College, PA 16801
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Fairlawn Townhomes
2 Bedroom Apartments

Fairlawn Townhomes

1603-1613 Highlandon CtState College, PA 16801
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The Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Lofts

728 Bellaire AveState College, PA 16801
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Lexington House
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lexington House

518 University DrState College, PA 16801
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Penn State Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Penn State Apartments

245 S Gill 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 1 Bed unit found at Corl West Apartments priced from $681. Centre Estates I & II has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $740. Here is today’s list of the most affordable State College apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Corl West ApartmentsLarge 1 Bedroom, 1 and one half Bath1BR,1BA$681
Centre Estates I & II1 Bedroom FF1BR,1BA$740
Falport Duplex2 Bedroom, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$762
Falport Corl2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, Office2BR,2BA$840
The Retreat at State College4x4.5 Springmore Upgraded4BR,4BA$995
Addison Court 55+ LivingStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,011
Aspen State CollegeE1 ADA - Keystone5BR,5BA$1,099
Brickwork Properties CommunitiesStudio Apt, 1 BathStudio,1BA$1,161
511 Calder7 Bedroom, 3 Bath7BR,3BA$1,185
Americana House ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in State College, PA

As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the State College area is the $1.02 price per square foot 2X2.5 Birchmore Model at The Retreat at State College in the starting from $1,420. The second greatest value State College apartment is the 4 Beds, 2.5 baths Model at Ashworth Woods starting at $1,474 with a $1.13 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.
The Retreat at State College2X2.5 Birchmore2BR,2.5BA$1.02
Ashworth Woods4 Beds, 2.5 baths4BR,2.5BA$1.13
218 Pine Tree Ave, Unit 1218 Pine Tree Ave2BR,1BA$1.17
The View2x2 Standard2BR,2BA$1.00
910-1C Robin Rd, Unit Loft910-1C Robin Rd1BR,1BA$1.20
oLiv Hetzel2x2 C2BR,2BA$1.49
Park Crest Terrace2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1.78
Villa Court2 Bedroom, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.48
910 Robin Rd, Unit 1B910 Robin Rd1BR,1BA$1.60
Centre Estates I & II1 Bedroom FF1BR,1BA$1.19

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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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Walk Score®

60 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

65 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

18 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

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  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap State College Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom State College Apartment is $681 at Corl West Apartments.

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 $762 at Falport Duplex.

What is the most affordable State College Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap State College Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Parkview and starts from $1,407.

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