1324 Locust St
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Cheap Homes for Rent in Center City Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $900 (100 Rentals)
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2007 Fitzwater St
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104 S 8th St
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630 South St
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120 Chestnut St
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1442 Lombard St
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1020 Hamilton St
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148 N 21st St
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2307 Christian Street, Unit 2
2307 Christian Street
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2101 Chestnut St, Unit 301
2101 Chestnut St
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338 Lombard St
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1009 Waverly St
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1836 Fitzwater St
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2114 Pine St
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330 S Juniper St
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727 S 21st St
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604 S Washington Sq, Unit 701
604 S Washington Sq
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1536 S Stanley St
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1515 S LeCount St
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50 S 2nd St, Unit 3A
50 S 2nd St
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50 S 2nd St, Unit 2B
50 S 2nd St
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606 S 16th St, Unit 2
606 S 16th St
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42 S 15th St, Unit 0B-0709
42 S 15th St
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116 N 9th St, Unit 2F
116 N 9th St
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224 W Rittenhouse Sq, Unit 1702
224 W Rittenhouse Sq
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105 S 2nd St, Unit B
105 S 2nd St
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42 S 15th St, Unit 0B-1509
42 S 15th St
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42 S 15th St, Unit 0B-1709
42 S 15th St
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2101 Chestnut St, Unit 1213
2101 Chestnut St
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1222 Carlton St
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1500 Locust St
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1500 Locust St
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1500 Locust St
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1500 Locust St
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1430 South St
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333 S 21st St, Unit 1F
333 S 21st St
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1909 Rodman St
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1500 Locust St
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1500 Locust St
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1500 Locust St
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250 N Christopher Columbus Blvd, Unit 208
250 N Christopher Columbus Blvd
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1311 Spruce St
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224 W Rittenhouse Sq, Unit 1203
224 W Rittenhouse Sq
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2101 Chestnut, Unit 1713
2101 Chestnut
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2020 Walnut St, Unit 9M
2020 Walnut St
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12 S Letitia St, Unit 204
12 S Letitia St
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7 Bristow Pl
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1500 Locust St
PhiladelphiaPA19102
1815 John F Kennedy Blvd, Unit 0B-712
1815 John F Kennedy Blvd
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1815 John F Kennedy Blvd, Unit 0B-515
1815 John F Kennedy Blvd
PhiladelphiaPA19103
Center City, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Center City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center City 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,548 | $1,350 | $6,145 |
| Center City 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,862 | $1,900 | $10,000+ |
| Center City 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,343 | $2,400 | $9,400 |
| Center City 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $10,233 | $6,600 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 100 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Center City Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA.
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Cheapest Available Center City Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Center City area of Philadelphia, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Universal Court 1 priced from $812. Juniper Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Center City apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Universal Court 1 | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $812 |
| Juniper Place | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| The Claremont | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| 2220 Spruce St | studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| 1501 Locust St Residential | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| The Block at SoNo | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,199 |
| 1613 Pine St | Studio 2F | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Fitler Commons | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Center City, PA
As of May 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Center City area is the $1.79 price per square foot 1327 Rodman St Model at 1327 Rodman St, Unit 1 in the in the Center City neighborhood starting from $3,400. The second greatest value Center City apartment is the 22 Model at Mariners Court Apartments starting at $1,700 with a $1.19 price per square foot in the Poplar neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Center City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1327 Rodman St, Unit 1 | 1327 Rodman St | 3BR,3BA | $1.79 |
| Mariners Court Apartments | 22 | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| 1334 Walnut St | Penthouse | 2BR,2BA | $2.05 |
| Papermill Lofts | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| 508 South St, Unit 300 | 508 South St | 3BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| 524 S 3rd St, Unit Fist fl | 524 S 3rd St | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 524 S Randolph St, Unit 2 | 524 S Randolph St | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| 619 Fitzwater St, Unit 2 | 619 Fitzwater St | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 339 Bainbridge St | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Universal Court 1 | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Center City
What type of rentals are currently available in Center City?
There are currently 1789 Apartments for Rent in Center City, PA with pricing that ranges from $617 to $34,770. There are also 420 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Center City ranging from $950 to $17,900.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Center City?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Center City ranges from $950 to $17,900 with an average monthly rent of $4,735.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Center City?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Center City range from $1,119 to $17,810, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,900 to $17,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,185.
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