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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Center City

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  3. Building Photo - 905 Arch St
    STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $950+
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,850+
    4 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,450+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$950 - $2,450
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$950 - $2,450

    905 Arch St

    905 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19107
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  8. Building Photo - 131 N Mole St
    STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $1,150
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,150
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,150

    131 N Mole St Unit 2r

    131 N Mole St, Philadelphia, PA 19102
  10. Building Photo - The Newport
    STUDIO
    $1,170+
    2 BEDS
    $2,465+

    The Newport

    1530 Spruce St, Philadelphia, PA 19102
  11. Building Photo - 157 N 21st St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,175
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,175
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,175

    157 N 21st St Unit 3R

    157 N 21st St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
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  17. Building Photo - 250 S 13th St
    STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $1,250

    250 S 13th St

    250 S 13th St, Philadelphia, PA 19107
  19. Building Photo - One City
    Good Value
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    STUDIO
    $1,290+
    1 BED
    $1,783+
    2 BEDS
    $3,007+

    One City

    1401 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19102
    (856) 559-7150
  20. Building Photo - The Drake
    Exceptional Value
    STUDIO
    $1,300+
    1 BED
    $1,700+
    2 BEDS
    $2,731+
    3 BEDS
    $3,239+

    The Drake

    1512 Spruce St, Philadelphia, PA 19102
    (856) 420-3092
  31. Building Photo - 205 N 11th St
    STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $1,350
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,350
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,350

    205 N 11th St Unit 2FL

    205 N 11th St, Philadelphia, PA 19107
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  32. Building Photo - 406 S 20th St
    STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $1,350
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,350
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,350

    406 S 20th St Unit 2

    406 S 20th St, Philadelphia, PA 19146
  34. Building Photo - 1616 Pine St
    STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $1,350

    1616 Pine St

    1616 Pine St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
  37. Building Photo - 711 Walnut St
    STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $1,375

    711 Walnut St

    711 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
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Cheap Apartments in Center City Neighborhood in Philadelphia, PA

When looking for cheap apartments in Center City, Apartment Finder is your deal-hunting partner. Whether you’re looking for a studio, a one-bedroom, or a two-bedroom apartment, you want the best place at the right price. We have a great selection of budget-friendly apartments for rent, and we’ll show you which apartments offer the best value when compared to other apartments in Center City.

Finding a rental that fits your budget without compromising on quality can seem like a challenge, but Apartment Finder makes it easy to discover cheap apartments with all the features you want. To find an apartment you can afford, try looking in less popular neighborhoods outside of the city center. Timing is everything when searching for rentals that are affordable, so look at different times of the day, different days of the week and (if you can wait) certain months like December through March. When you find an apartment with a great price, don’t hesitate! Cheap apartments tend to go very quickly.

Affordability doens't have to equal sacrifice. While it’s important to be flexible, you might not have to give up as much as you think. You can find a cheap apartment for rent, complete with must-have amenities such as paid utilities and an in-unit washer and dryer. Click on any of these properties to see photos and floor plans, read reviews, check out the rent calculator, and learn more about the neighborhood with information on nearby parks, shopping malls, and transit stops. With 364 cheap apartments available in Center City, Apartment Finder is the place to find your next rental.

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