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3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Philadelphia, PA - 261 Rentals available

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Philadelphia, PA Demographics

  • Total Population1,555,072
  • Female 734,521
    Male 820,551
  • Median Age33.7

Average Rent in Philadelphia, PA

  • Philadelphia, PA Average Rental Price, January 2019$1,576/mo

Philadelphia, PA Apartment Rent Ranges

  • $501-$7002%
  • $701-$1,00022%
  • $1,001-$1,50035%
  • $1,501-$2,00022%
  • > $2,00021%

Philadelphia, PA Rent Trends

Average Rent Jan / 2016 May / 2016 Sept / 2016 Jan / 2017 May / 2017 Sept / 2017 Jan / 2018 May / 2018 Jan / 2019
Philadelphia, PA $1,435 $1,468 $1,470 $1,462 $1,495 $1,499 $1,525 $1,523 $1,576
National $1,290 $1,319 $1,334 $1,329 $1,354 $1,366 $1,366 $1,381 $1,396
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Philadelphia, PA Households

  • Total Number of Households581,050
  • Family 309,568
    Non-family 271,482
  • Children 158,220
    No Children 422,830
  • Average People Per Household2.59
  • Median Household Income$38,253
  • Median Housing Costs Per Month$904

Philadelphia, PA Education Statistics

  • No High School5%
  • Some High School45%
  • Some College21%
  • Associate Degree5%
  • Bachelor Degree14%
  • Graduate Degree9%

Renting a 3 bedroom apartment in Philadelphia, PA

Upgrading to a 3 bedroom apartment can have its pros and cons. Most renters who are looking for a three bedroom rental is because they need extra space for a home office, or for a child. This size apartment is also practical to share with roommates as it actually saves money on rent when 3 or 4 people get together to rent a 3 bedroom unit. They are very spacious, averaging around 1,287 Sqft. Or you can get even more space if you select “3+” beds in the top menu. The only down side is that they cost more. In Philadelphia, PA, rents on 3 bedroom apartments go up to $9,972. 131 rental properties offer 3 bedroom units in Philadelphia, PA to choose from. You are more likely to find 3 bedroom apartments in primarily residential neighborhoods, away from business districts and urban cores.

Tips on finding a cheap 3 bedroom apartment in Philadelphia, PA

For most renters, the cost of rent is the major pain point. The larger the apartment, the more money comes out of their pocket. For that reason, cheap 3 bedroom apartments are in high demand and hard to come by. Though rent prices can go as low as $773 in Philadelphia, PA, the market is still tight. But with a little diligence and some handy search tools, you will find an affordable apartment. Try an area that’s further away from the main city attractions, or try an older building that may have cheaper apartments and a ton of charm. Try searching in more affordable neighborhoods, like East Passyunk or another nearby. Sometimes lower-priced residential areas have diversity and ethnic authenticity that lend them a lot of character and color.