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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. 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
  16. Building Photo - Evo at Cira Centre South
    Exceptional Value
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    STUDIO
    $2,045+
    1 BED
    $2,540+
    2 BEDS
    $1,400+
    3 BEDS
    $1,300+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,160 - $2,770
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,160 - $2,770

    Evo at Cira Centre South

    2930 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19104
    (856) 644-7984
  17. Building Photo - Spring Lofts
    Good Value
    1 BED
    $1,175+
    2 BEDS
    $1,500+
    3 BEDS
    $1,905+
    4 BEDS
    $2,050+

    Spring Lofts

    1217-1235 Spring Garden St, Philadelphia, PA 19123
    (888) 293-7839
  19. Building Photo - 1324 Locust St
    Rent Special
    Rent Special
    STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $1,195
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,195
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,195

    1324 Locust St Unit 412

    1324 Locust St, Philadelphia, PA 19107
  25. Building Photo - 1324 Locust St
    STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $1,250
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,250
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,250

    1324 Locust St Unit 618

    1324 Locust St, Philadelphia, PA 19107
  29. Building Photo - One City
    Good Value
    |
    STUDIO
    $1,256+
    1 BED
    $1,777+
    2 BEDS
    $3,079+

    One City

    1401 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19102
    (856) 559-7150
  30. Main - The Drake
    Exceptional Value
    STUDIO
    $1,275+
    1 BED
    $1,600+
    2 BEDS
    $2,300+
    3 BEDS
    $3,239+

    The Drake

    1512 Spruce St, Philadelphia, PA 19102
    (856) 420-3092
  35. 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
  36. Building Photo - 1500 Pine
    STUDIO
    $1,299+
    1 BED
    $1,655+
    2 BEDS
    $2,529+
    3 BEDS
    $5,000+

    1500 Pine

    1500 Pine St, Philadelphia, PA 19102
  40. Interior Photo - The Hamilton
    Exceptional Value
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    STUDIO
    $1,319+
    1 BED
    $1,716+
    2 BEDS
    $2,443+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,313 - $3,167
    Required Monthly Fees$6
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,319 - $3,173

    The Hamilton

    1500 Hamilton St, Philadelphia, PA 19130
    (866) 519-0356
  41. Building Photo - Park Towne Place
    $200 Off
    Price Drop. $200 Off
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    STUDIO
    $1,336+
    1 BED
    $1,962+
    2 BEDS
    $2,714+
    3 BEDS
    $3,944+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,319 - $9,533
    Required Monthly Fees$17
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,336 - $9,550

    Park Towne Place

    2200 Benjamin Franklin Pky, Philadelphia, PA 19130
    (814) 747-5819
  42. Building Photo - 916 S 11th St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,325
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,325
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,325

    916 S 11th St Unit 2R

    916 S 11th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147
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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 639 cheap apartments available in Center City, Apartment Finder is the place to find your next rental.

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