Best Rental Finds in Philadelphia PA: Move Closer to the Action Just in Time for Summer Fun

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This is the kick off season for all the summer festivals, concerts and other exciting events that take place in Philly, an old city that’s young at heart. There’s no better time to move closer to the action, be in the middle of all the commotion, so you can enjoy the live music, the amazing food, and the people-watching.

From German beer to Italian cooking, from hammocks in Spruce Street Harbour Park to the Chinese Lantern Festival, from Blue Cross River Rink to Kensington Kinetic Sculpture Derby, you can experience it all. Find your next apartment here, in whatever size fits you. We broke it down for you by unit size and picked some of the best apartments priced below the average rent for that unit type:

Garden Court in Cedar Park (Check Availability)

Monthly rent for a studio: $865 (compare to $1,056 average price for studios for rent in Philadelphia, PA)

Garden Court Plaza 4701 Pine Street Philadelphia PA

Beautiful art-deco buildings are not rare in Philadelphia, but beautiful art-deco apartment buildings with great amenities are hard to find at a good price. Don’t miss out on these affordable studio apartments located near University City. Residents benefit from a rooftop sundeck, covered parking or garage, high speed internet access, laundry facilities and bike racks for storage. The studio offers large closets, hardwood floors and air conditioner unit. Enjoy a stunning view of the city at sundown and live up the Philly life!

Spring Garden in Fairmount (Check Availability)

Monthly rent for a one-bedroom: $929 (compare to $1,155 average price for one-bedroom apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA)

Spring Garden 1901 Spring Garden Street Philadelphia PA

Spring Garden Street from Delaware River to Schuylkill River is beautifully displaying a variety of two-flats and three-flats, making it an incredibly pleasant street to live on. Spring Garden Apartments are located within walking distance from Philadelphia Museum of Art and various music halls (Underground Arts, Union Transfer, SoundGarden Hall). The one-bedroom unit is cable-ready and includes washer and dryer, mini blinds and carpeted floors.

Paseo Verde South in Hartranft (Check Availability)

Monthly rent for a two-bedroom: $1,400 (compare to $1,876 average price for two-bedroom apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA)

Paseo Verde South 1950 North 9th Street Philadelphia PA

Paseo Verde is a brand-new green community in Philadelphia that has been designed with a healthy living environment in mind. From its location in the proximity of SEPTA Regional Rail Temple University Train Station to its energy efficient and water saving architectural design and the formaldehyde-free materials used indoor, they all depict a healthier, more sustainable lifestyle. Its residents have access to green roofs, resident gardening beds, a fitness center, and car share program. Each apartment has large closets, wide windows with coverings, and Energy Star-certified stainless steel appliances.

Blockley Two in Powelton Village (Check Availability)

Monthly rent for a three-bedroom: $1,950 (compare to $2,300 average price for three-bedroom apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA)

Blockley Two 415-421 N 40th Street Philadelphia PA

Blockley Two is their second building in the area, and it succeeds in offering a new modern urban choice for prospective residents. At the moment, there are a few three-bedroom/two-bathroom apartments ready to be rented out exhibiting spacious layouts; the units are equipped with central heat/air systems, stainless steel appliances, washer/dryer, high ceiling fans and hardwood floors. Bring along your pet and enjoy outdoor moments in the close by Saunders Park or Lee Park.

Not quite what you were looking for? Don’t stop until you find your perfect rental apartment in Philadelphia.

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Nadia Balint is a senior creative writer for RENTCafé. She covers news and trends in residential and commercial real estate and their impact on our everyday life, including rental housing, for-sale housing, real estate development, homeownership, market reports, insurance, landlord-tenant laws, personal finance, urban development, economy, sustainability, and social issues. Nadia holds a B.S. in Business Management from Northeastern Illinois University in Chicago. You can connect with Nadia via email.

Nadia’s work and expertise have been quoted by major national and local media outlets, including CNN, CNBC, CBS News, Curbed, The NY Post, The Chicago Tribune, The Denver Post as well as industry publications, such as GlobeSt, Bisnow, Inman News, Multifamily Executive, and The Commercial Real Estate Show. Nadia also wrote for Multi-Housing News, Commercial Property Executive, HubSpot, and more. Prior to entering the real estate industry, Nadia worked in the legal field, where she gained over 10 years of experience in business, corporate, and real estate law.

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