
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown State College Neighborhood of State College, PA from $420 (27 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown State College area of State College.


The Canyon

126 E Fairmount Ave, Unit Bsmt studio

126 E Fairmount Ave, Unit 10

123 W Nittany Ave

Brickwork Properties Communities
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Prospect Avenue Apartments

225 W Beaver Ave

Campus View

Garden House
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Fairmount East Apartments I

Hiland Court

Regency Square Condominium

Locust Lane Apartments

Graham Building
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The Allenway

Fairmount East Apartments II

511 Calder

Armenara Plaza

The Pad
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300 Building

Carlton Apartments
Downtown State College, State College, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown State College?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown State College Studio Apartments | $1,517 | $850 | $2,570 |
| Downtown State College 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,553 | $1,199 | $2,250 |
| Downtown State College 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,933 | $250 | $3,008 |
| Downtown State College 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,047 | $1,300 | $4,079 |
| Downtown State College 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,513 | $1,260 | $1,849 |
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There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 10 mile radius of the Downtown State College Neighborhood of State College, PA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown State College Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown State College area of State College, PA is a 2 Beds unit found at Echelon State College priced from $250. Park Hill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,219. Here are the most affordable Downtown State College apartments for rent in State College, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Echelon State College | Buckeye B1 (INC)- 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $250 |
| Park Hill | 1x1 Shared | 1BR,1BA | $1,219 |
| Brickwork Properties Communities | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,335 |
| College Park by Allen & Pugh | College Park | Private One-Bedroom Living - Unr... | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| oLiv Highland | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $1,849 |
| Marion Place | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $2,062 |
| Park Place Apartments | Deluxe Two Bedroom/One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,870 |
| Parkview | 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $4,349 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown State College, PA
As of August 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown State College area is the $1.45 price per square foot 2 Beds, 2 baths Model at Marion Place in the in the College Heights neighborhood starting from $2,062. The second greatest value Downtown State College apartment is the 4x4 Model at oLiv Highland starting at $1,849 with a $1.34 price per square foot in the College Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown State College apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marion Place | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| oLiv Highland | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $1.34 |
| The Maxxen at State College | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath - B Large Penthouse | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| Echelon State College | Birch B2C Deluxe - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.24 |
| Park Place Apartments | Deluxe Two Bedroom/One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.38 |
| Brickwork Properties Communities | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| College Park by Allen & Pugh | College Park | Private One-Bedroom Living - Unr... | 1BR,1BA | $2.96 |
| Park Hill | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.76 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown State College Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown State College?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown State College is Park Hill which is listed at $1,219, while the average apartment in Downtown State College costs $1,725.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 36 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown State College?
Cheap apartments in Downtown State College have an average cost of $1,543 which is $182 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown State College.
Expert Rental Resources
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