
Cheap Homes for Rent in Fishtown Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $1,200 (23 Rentals)
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120 W Girard Ave

1108 N Front St

1915 N Hancock St

1308 N Front St

308 E Wildey St

1903 N Palethorp St
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2400 Frankford Ave, Unit 203

1422 Emerick St

1528 E Susquehanna Ave

1782 Frankford Ave

1926 N Mascher St

1930 N Howard St

2521 Memphis St
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1135 E Susquehanna Ave

2121 E Norris St

1101 E Palmer St

1127 N Lee St

2234 Frankford Ave

148 Melvale St

1913 N Palethorp St
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2418 E NORRIS St

2401 E Norris St
Fishtown, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Fishtown?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Fishtown 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,825 | $1,450 | $2,650 |
Fishtown 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,763 | $1,700 | $5,000 |
Fishtown 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,894 | $2,250 | $3,800 |
Fishtown 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,250 | $2,250 | $2,250 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Fishtown Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA.
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Cheapest Available Fishtown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fishtown area of Philadelphia, PA is a Studio unit found at The Magnet in Fishtown priced from $1,095. The Frankford Grand has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,175. Here are the most affordable Fishtown apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Magnet in Fishtown | STUDIO STYLE A | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
The Frankford Grand | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
Quaker City Flats | X04 | 1BR,1BA | $1,191 |
Beacon Flats | X04 | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
Five On Canal Apartments | S-A | Studio,1BA | $1,199 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fishtown, PA
As of May 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fishtown area is the $0.68 price per square foot 1201 N Howard St Model at 1201 N Howard St, Unit 3 in the in the Poplar neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Fishtown apartment is the 603 E Girard Ave Model at 603 E Girard Ave, Unit 3rd floor starting at $2,600 with a $1.58 price per square foot in the Richmond neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fishtown apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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1201 N Howard St, Unit 3 | 1201 N Howard St | 2BR,1BA | $0.68 |
603 E Girard Ave, Unit 3rd floor | 603 E Girard Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.58 |
Frankford Lofts | 3 Bedroom 1 5 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.72 |
965 Frankford | X06 | 3BR,2BA | $1.82 |
The Columbia | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.41 |
605 E Girard Ave, Unit 3rd floor | 605 E Girard Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
171 W. Berks St. | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
The Mill at Howard | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
Copper Flats | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
Quaker City Flats | X04 | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Fishtown
What type of rentals are currently available in Fishtown?
There are currently 230 Apartments for Rent in Fishtown, PA with pricing that ranges from $990 to $5,919. There are also 60 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Fishtown ranging from $1,200 to $5,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Fishtown?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Fishtown ranges from $1,200 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,134.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Fishtown?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Fishtown range from $2,215 to $4,037, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,700 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,500.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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