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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Center City, Philadelphia, PA

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  • Apartments Under $100

  • New Units Available 8 units available
    Studio $35
    1 bd $1,650+
    2 bd $2,400+
    Base rent
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    Cosmopolitan Apartments

    3.5 (9)
    221 S 12Th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
    Apply online • Pet friendly

  • Apartments Under $400

  • Only 3 units left
    Studio $300
    1 bd $1,775
    2 bd $2,100
    Base rent
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    250-252 S 12th Street

    250-252 S 12Th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
    Apply online • Pet friendly

  • Apartments Under $600

  • Studio $800
    1 bd $500
    2 bd $1,200
    Base rent
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    5900 Market Street

    5900 Market 2 Street, Philadelphia, PA 19139

  • Apartments Under $700

  • Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $600
    2 bd $1,500
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    1315 N 52nd St

    3.5 (1)
    Triplex, Philadelphia, PA 19143
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  • Apartments Under $1,100

  • Only 2 units left
    Studio $1,050+
    1 bd $1,200+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    238-248 S Camac Street

    238-248 S Camac Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • New Units Available
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    Adelphia House Apartments

    3.5 (90)
    1229 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
    Cat friendly • Fitness center • Air conditioner

  • Apartments Under $1,200

  • 1 bd $1,120
    Base rent Income restricted
    Verified Listing

    OSUN Village Senior Housing

    5.0 (1)
    800 S. 15Th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19146
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    Embassy Apartments

    4.0 (79)
    2100 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
    Pet friendly • Dishwasher • Air conditioner
  • 3 bd $1,225
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Universal Point

    800 S. 15Th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19146
  • Rent specials New Units Available
    Studio $1,288+
    1 bd $1,900+
    2 bd $2,933+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    One City

    4.0 (99)
    1401 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Washer/Dryer
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    Verified Listing

    Walnut Square Apartments

    3.5 (75)
    201 S. 13Th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
    Pet friendly • In unit laundry • Air conditioner
  • Only 1 unit left
    Studio $1,390
    1 bd $1,750
    2 bd $1,430
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    College Manor Apartements

    4.0 (5)
    830-834 Pine Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Rent specials New Units Available
    Studio $1,393+
    1 bd $1,628+
    2 bd $2,943+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    LVL North

    4.0 (136)
    510 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19130
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials New Units Available
    Studio $1,395+
    1 bd $1,795+
    2 bd $2,695+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    The Commonwealth

    3.0 (15)
    1201 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Only 2 units left
    Studio $1,400
    1 bd $1,575+
    2 bd $1,665
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    725-729 Walnut Street

    3.0 (2)
    725-729 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
    Apply online • Pet friendly
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    Verified Listing

    Parkway House Apartments

    3.5 (98)
    2201 Pennsylvania Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19130
    Pet friendly • Parking • Fitness center
  • 531 South Street Studio-1 Apartment for Rent
    Only 2 units left
    Studio $1,550
    1 bd $1,500+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    531 South Street

    3.0 (3)
    531 South Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Washer/Dryer
  • Rent specials New Units Available
    1 bd $1,525+
    2 bd $1,885+
    3 bd $2,080+
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    The Katharine

    325 N 15Th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Only 1 unit left
    Studio $2,700
    1 bd $1,550
    6 bd $4,400
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    705-707 Walnut Street

    4.0 (1)
    705-707 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Rent specials 10 units available
    1 bd $1,550+
    2 bd $2,295+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Iron Rose

    619 N. Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19123
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials 7 units available
    1 bd $1,750
    2 bd $2,625
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    The Block At SoNo

    3.5 (1)
    456 N. 5Th, Philadelphia, PA 19123
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Dishwasher
  • Only 1 unit left
    Studio $1,850
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Textile Lofts

    4.0 (10)
    2115 South Street, Philadelphia, PA 19146
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Air conditioner
  • Ask for pricing
    Verified Listing

    Ronan Flats

    4.5 (4)
    1904 Sansom Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
    Pet friendly • Fitness center • In unit laundry
  • Ask for pricing
    Verified Listing

    Liberty View Apartments

    4.0 (28)
    2031 South Street, Philadelphia, PA 19146
    Pet friendly • Parking • Fitness center
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Frequently asked questions

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Center City, Philadelphia, PA?

The price range of a cheap apartment is between $1,200 and $5,084.

How many cheap rentals are available in Center City, Philadelphia, PA on RentCafe?

There are 81 cheap rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Center City, Philadelphia, PA were last updated on 24 Aug 2026.

What is the average size of a cheap apartment in Center City, Philadelphia, PA?

The average Center City, Philadelphia, PA cheap apartment size is 393 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a cheap apartment in Center City, Philadelphia, PA?

Cheap apartments in Center City, Philadelphia, PA are usually less expensive, smaller, and easier to maintain. They also come with lower utility costs.

What are the downsides of renting a cheap apartment in Center City, Philadelphia, PA?

A cheap apartment in Center City, Philadelphia, PA offers little storage space and fewer amenities compared to other apartments.

Looking for a cheap apartment for rent in Center City, Philadelphia, PA? With RentCafe, finding an affordable apartment in Center City has never been easier. We feature 172 low-priced rentals directly from property managers, with rents lower than the Center City, Philadelphia, PA average, which is currently $2,530. On RentCafe, Center City rents go as low as $300/mo.