Cheap Homes for Rent in South Philadelphia West Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $1,000 (16 Rentals)

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property at 1912 S 19th St

1912 S 19th St

PhiladelphiaPA19145

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South Philadelphia West, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Philadelphia West Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Philadelphia West area of Philadelphia, PA is a Studio unit found at Beechwood - Cedar Park priced from $1,095. 339 Bainbridge St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,360. Here are the most affordable South Philadelphia West apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Beechwood - Cedar ParkStudioStudio,1BA$1,095
339 Bainbridge StOne Bed1BR,1BA$1,360
Gateway Towers1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,370
Gateway Airport TownhomesTownhome 1, Style A3BR,1BA$2,160
The Baum’s Building1BR / 1 BA1BR,1BA$2,175

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Philadelphia West, PA

As of April 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Philadelphia West area is the $4.14 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath B5M Model at The St James in the in the Center City neighborhood starting from $8,354. The second greatest value South Philadelphia West apartment is the 2 bedroom 3 full bath w/den Model at Lyndon at The Curtis starting at $5,000 with a $2.90 price per square foot in the Center City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Philadelphia West apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The St James2 Bed 2 Bath B5M2BR,2BA$4.14
Lyndon at The Curtis2 bedroom 3 full bath w/den2BR,3BA$2.90
Gateway Airport TownhomesTownhome 1, Style A3BR,1.5BA$1.64
1301 W Moyamensing Ave, Unit A1301 W Moyamensing Ave2BR,1BA$1.50
Beechwood - Cedar Park2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.67
1951 Point Breeze Avenue1951 Point Breeze Avenue - 2012BR,2BA$2.29
The Baum’s Building1BR / 1 BA1BR,1BA$2.84
339 Bainbridge StOne Bed1BR,1BA$1.94
Gateway Towers1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.63
2047 S 19th St, Unit 2A2047 S 19th St2BR,1BA$3.58

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Philadelphia West

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

There are currently 101 Apartments for Rent in South Philadelphia West, PA with pricing that ranges from $995 to $8,438. There are also 54 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Philadelphia West ranging from $1,000 to $2,850.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Philadelphia West ranges from $1,000 to $2,850 with an average monthly rent of $1,634.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Philadelphia West?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Philadelphia West range from $1,850 to $8,059, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,450 to $2,850. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,200.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.