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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Center City

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  3. Exterior - Universal Court 1
    Rent Special
    Rent Special
    1 BED
    $812+
    2 BEDS
    $970+
    3 BEDS
    $1,387+
    4 BEDS
    $1,241+

    Universal Court 1

    1500 Christian St, Philadelphia, PA 19146
  5. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,075
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,075
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,075

    157 N 21st St Unit 3R

    157 N 21st St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
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  17. Building Photo - 640 N 7th St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,199

    640 N 7th St

    640 N 7th St, Philadelphia, PA 19123
  21. Interior Photo - The Hamilton
    Good Value
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    STUDIO
    $1,286+
    1 BED
    $1,825+
    2 BEDS
    $2,691+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,280 - $3,265
    Required Monthly Fees$6
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,286 - $3,271

    The Hamilton

    1500 Hamilton St, Philadelphia, PA 19130
    (866) 519-0356
  22. Building Photo - Ronan Flats
    STUDIO
    $1,288

    Ronan Flats

    1904 Sansom St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
  29. Building Photo - 245 N 12th St
    STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $1,328

    245 N 12th St

    245 N 12th St, Philadelphia, PA 19107
  31. Building Photo - LVL North
    Exceptional Value
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    STUDIO
    $1,332+
    1 BED
    $1,472+
    2 BEDS
    $2,936+

    LVL North

    510 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19130
    (484) 603-3322
  34. Building Photo - 2307 Christian Street
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,350
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,350
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,350

    2307 Christian Street Unit 2

    2307 Christian Street, Philadelphia, PA 19146
  36. Building Photo - 711 Walnut St
    STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $1,350

    711 Walnut St

    711 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
  38. Building Photo - One City
    Good Value
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    STUDIO
    $1,385+
    1 BED
    $1,784+
    2 BEDS
    $2,850+

    One City

    1401 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19102
    (856) 559-7150
  39. Building Photo - Bainbridge Lofts
    Rent Special
    Rent Special
    STUDIO
    $1,450+
    1 BED
    $1,386+

    Bainbridge Lofts

    715 S 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19147
  41. Building Photo - Park Towne Place
    Good Value
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    STUDIO
    $1,412+
    1 BED
    $2,264+
    2 BEDS
    $2,894+
    3 BEDS
    $3,764+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,395 - $8,607
    Required Monthly Fees$17
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,412 - $8,624

    Park Towne Place

    2200 Benjamin Franklin Pky, Philadelphia, PA 19130
    (814) 747-5819
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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 444 cheap apartments available in Center City, Apartment Finder is the place to find your next rental.

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