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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Center City

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  2. 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
  4. 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
    (267) 481-8762
  6. Building Photo - Evo at Cira Centre South
    $691 Off
    Price Drop. $691 Off
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    STUDIO
    $1,534+
    1 BED
    $1,905+
    2 BEDS
    $1,073+
    3 BEDS
    $983+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$983 - $2,770
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$983 - $2,610

    Evo at Cira Centre South

    2930 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19104
    (856) 644-7984
  8. Building Photo - 788 S 2nd St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,000

    788 S 2nd St

    788 S 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19147
  13. Building Photo - The Newport
    Discounts
    Discounts
    STUDIO
    $1,100+
    2 BEDS
    $2,505+

    The Newport

    1530 Spruce St, Philadelphia, PA 19102
  17. Building Photo - 1324 Locust St
    STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $1,125
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,125
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,125

    1324 Locust St Unit 412

    1324 Locust St, Philadelphia, PA 19107
  18. Building Photo - 724 S 16th St
    STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $1,125+
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,450+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,125 - $1,450
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,125 - $1,450

    724 S 16th St

    724 S 16th St, Philadelphia, PA 19146
  21. Building Photo - Spring Lofts
    Good Value
    1 BED
    $1,175+
    2 BEDS
    $1,500+
    3 BEDS
    $1,905+
    4 BEDS
    $2,070+

    Spring Lofts

    1217-1235 Spring Garden St, Philadelphia, PA 19123
    (888) 293-7839
  22. Building Photo - 1324 Locust St
    STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $1,175
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,175
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,175

    1324 Locust St Unit 1520

    1324 Locust St, Philadelphia, PA 19107
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  27. STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $1,200

    918 S 12th St

    918 S 12th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147
  28. Main - The Drake
    $219 Off
    Price Drop. $219 Off
    STUDIO
    $1,250+
    1 BED
    $1,550+
    2 BEDS
    $2,500+
    3 BEDS
    $3,239+

    The Drake

    1512 Spruce St, Philadelphia, PA 19102
    (856) 420-3092
  33. Building Photo - 1622 Bainbridge St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,295
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,295
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,295

    1622 Bainbridge St Unit 3F

    1622 Bainbridge St, Philadelphia, PA 19146
  38. Building Photo - 224 Arch St
    STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $1,305+
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,075+
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,855+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,305 - $2,855
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,305 - $2,855

    224 Arch St

    224 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
  39. Interior Photo - The Hamilton
    Exceptional Value
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    STUDIO
    $1,331+
    1 BED
    $1,736+
    2 BEDS
    $2,463+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,325 - $3,207
    Required Monthly Fees$6
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,331 - $3,213

    The Hamilton

    1500 Hamilton St, Philadelphia, PA 19130
    (866) 519-0356
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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 567 cheap apartments available in Center City, Apartment Finder is the place to find your next rental.

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