Cheap Homes for Rent in Southwest Philadelphia Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $600 (28 Rentals)

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property at 1242 S 51st St

1242 S 51st St, Unit 2

1242 S 51st St
PhiladelphiaPA19143
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2528 S 63rd St

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Southwest Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southwest Philadelphia Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Philadelphia area of Philadelphia, PA is a 4 Beds unit found at Student Housing - Newly Renovated priced from $645. Winchester Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Southwest Philadelphia apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Student Housing - Newly Renovated4 BEDROOM/2 BATH4BR,2BA$645
Winchester ApartmentsMontgomeryStudio,1BA$850
Lansdowne Meadows1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$888
Hoffman Place Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$895
University Court ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$895
International CityOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$960
Revere Crossing ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$985
Chester PlazastudioStudio,1BA$1,000
Spring Village Apartmentsg61BR,1BA$1,026

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Philadelphia, PA

As of April 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwest Philadelphia area is the $1.47 price per square foot 939 S Saint Bernard St Model at 939 S Saint Bernard St, Unit Apt 1 in the in the Belmont neighborhood starting from $2,650. The second greatest value Southwest Philadelphia apartment is the 5933 Carpenter St Model at 5933 Carpenter St, Unit 1 starting at $1,475 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the Belmont neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Philadelphia apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
939 S Saint Bernard St, Unit Apt 1939 S Saint Bernard St2BR,1BA$1.47
5933 Carpenter St, Unit 15933 Carpenter St2BR,1BA$1.32
Beechwood - Cedar Park2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.67
2512 S Robinson St, Unit 12512 S Robinson St2BR,2BA$1.43
Parkview Court2 Bedrooms2BR,1BA$1.17
Hoffman Place Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.22
Keystone Manor ApartmentsModel A1BR,1BA$1.81
2104 S 65th St, Unit 22104 S 65th St2BR,1BA$1.83
Lansdowne Meadows1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.64
University Court ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.79

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Frequently Asked Questions about Southwest Philadelphia

What type of rentals are currently available in Southwest Philadelphia?

There are currently 289 Apartments for Rent in Southwest Philadelphia, PA with pricing that ranges from $895 to $29,995. There are also 132 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southwest Philadelphia ranging from $650 to $3,695.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Southwest Philadelphia ranges from $650 to $3,695 with an average monthly rent of $1,661.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Southwest Philadelphia range from $1,330 to $15,995, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,000 to $3,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,499 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,200.

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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

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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

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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.