Cheap Apartments for Rent in State College, PA from $400 (65 Rentals)

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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 3 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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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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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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Armenara Building
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Armenara Building

131 Sowers 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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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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Park Lane Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Lane Apartments

229 S Sparks StState 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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Lexington House
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lexington House

518 University DrState College, PA 16801
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The Lofts
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Lofts

728 Bellaire AveState College, PA 16801
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Graham Building
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Graham Building

126 S Allen StState 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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221 S Barnard St.
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

221 S Barnard St.

221 S Barnard StState College, PA 16801
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The Allenway
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Allenway

301-305 S Allen 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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State College, PA Local Guide

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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 $715. Centre Estates I & II has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $860. 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$715
Centre Estates I & II1 Bedroom FF1BR,1BA$860
Parkway PlazaStudio - FurnishedStudio,1BA$975
Park Hill2x1 Shared2BR,1BA$999
Addison Court 55+ LivingStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,011
Haus3x2 Shared3BR,2BA$1,029
oLiv Highland5x45BR,4BA$1,050
Falport DuplexLarge Studio ApartmentStudio,1BA$1,160
Brickwork Properties CommunitiesStudio Apt, 1 BathStudio,1BA$1,161
511 Calder7 Bedroom, 3 Bath7BR,3BA$1,185

Best Value Apartments for Rent in State College, PA

As of September 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the State College area is the $0.56 price per square foot 4X4L Lumpkin Model at The Brexx at State College in the starting from $995. The second greatest value State College apartment is the 3BR/3.5BA - Standard - Upgraded Furnished 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Brexx at State College4X4L Lumpkin4BR,4BA$0.56
State College Collective on Farmstead3BR/3.5BA - Standard - Upgraded Furnished3BR,3.5BA$0.44
oLiv Highland4x4 Mansion4BR,4BA$1.32
Ashworth Woods4 Beds, 2.5 baths4BR,2.5BA$1.13
The Villas at Happy Valley3x3.5 Townhome3BR,3.5BA$0.61
Haus3x2 Shared3BR,2BA$0.99
The View2x2 Premium2BR,2BA$1.02
Park Hill2x1 Shared2BR,1BA$1.07
The Bryn2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$1.17
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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Getting Around State College, PA

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

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 Parkway Plaza listed at $975.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom State College Apartment is $860 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 $920 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 $715.

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