Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Parkside Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $500 (530 Rentals)

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141 Farson St

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531 Budd St

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535 Budd St

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5122 Arch St

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East Parkside, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Parkside Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Parkside area of Philadelphia, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Student Housing - Newly Renovated priced from $680. Mason on Chestnut has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable East Parkside apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Student Housing - Newly Renovated1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$680
Mason on ChestnutPodsStudio,$750
The Brownstones at Diamond StreetTwo Bedrooms2BR,1BA$860
University Court ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$895
Spruce Hall1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Parkside, PA

As of March 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Parkside area is the $1.00 price per square foot 2537 Cecil B Moore Ave Model at 2537 Cecil B Moore Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Belmont neighborhood starting from $1,899. The second greatest value East Parkside apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at The Lofts at Brewerytown starting at $1,815 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the Belmont neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Parkside apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2537 Cecil B Moore Ave, Unit 22537 Cecil B Moore Ave3BR,3BA$1.00
The Lofts at Brewerytown2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.10
5850 Chestnut St, Unit 2ND FLOOR5850 Chestnut St2BR,1BA$0.91
5938 Walnut St, Unit 5938 Walnut Street #25938 Walnut St2BR,1BA$1.08
5221 Walnut St, Unit 2rear Apt B5221 Walnut St2BR,1BA$1.13
894 N 42nd St, Unit 3894 N 42nd St2BR,1BA$0.96
Sharswood CrossingTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.99
The Brownstones at Diamond StreetTwo Bedrooms2BR,1.5BA$0.74
5133 Parrish St, Unit 2nd floor5133 Parrish St2BR,1BA$1.00
The Eleanor at Chestnut (Per Bedroom Lease)3 x 2 Deluxe3BR,2BA$1.11

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Parkside, Philadelphia, PA

Ranked #20

Among neighborhoods in Philadelphia, PA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Best Local Schools in
East Parkside, Philadelphia, PA

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Best Local Schools in
East Parkside, Philadelphia, PA

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website is happy to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Philadelphia. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the East Parkside Neighborhood in Philadelphia, PA

Walk Score®

58 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

88 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

63 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Parkside Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Parkside?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Parkside is at Mason on Chestnut listed at $750.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Parkside Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Parkside Apartment is $680 at Student Housing - Newly Renovated.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Parkside Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Parkside is starting from $860 at The Brownstones at Diamond Street.

What is the most affordable East Parkside Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap East Parkside Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Brownstones at Diamond Street and starts from $944.

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