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South Philadelphia East, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Philadelphia East Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Philadelphia East area of Philadelphia, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Birchwood at Parker Hall 55+ Community priced from $1,004. Marine Club has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,120. Here are the most affordable South Philadelphia East apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Birchwood at Parker Hall 55+ Community1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$1,004
Marine ClubStudioStudio,1BA$1,120
339 Bainbridge StOne Bed1BR,1BA$1,360
Gateway Towers1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,390
Brooklawn Court2 bdrm 1 bath2BR,1BA$1,425

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Philadelphia East, PA

As of May 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Philadelphia East area is the $1.93 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Dockside Luxury Apartments in the in the Market East neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value South Philadelphia East apartment is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Large Model at Marine Club starting at $1,836 with a $1.86 price per square foot in the Market East neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Philadelphia East apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Dockside Luxury ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.93
Marine Club1 Bed 1 Bath Large1BR,1BA$1.86
The Enclaves2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.24
Birchwood at Parker Hall 55+ Community2 BEDROOM2BR,1BA$1.42
2204 S 15th St, Unit 22204 S 15th St1BR,1BA$1.47
1308 W Ritner St, Unit 3rd Floor1308 W Ritner St1BR,1BA$1.60
339 Bainbridge StOne Bed1BR,1BA$1.94
Brooklawn Court1 bdrm 1 bath + office1BR,1BA$2.04
1948 Wolf St, Unit 11948 Wolf St2BR,1BA$2.14
2600 S Mildred St, Unit Apt B2600 S Mildred St1BR,1BA$1.80

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Philadelphia East

What type of rentals are currently available in South Philadelphia East?

There are currently 98 Apartments for Rent in South Philadelphia East, PA with pricing that ranges from $550 to $4,132. There are also 54 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Philadelphia East ranging from $1,195 to $3,695.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Philadelphia East?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Philadelphia East ranges from $1,195 to $3,695 with an average monthly rent of $2,206.

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