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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Southwest Center City

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  1. 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
  2. Building Photo - 2333 Catharine 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

    2333 Catharine St Unit 3

    2333 Catharine St, Philadelphia, PA 19146
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  3. 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
  6. 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
  8. Building Photo - 1541 Kater St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,425
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,425
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,425

    1541 Kater St Unit 2

    1541 Kater St, Philadelphia, PA 19146
  9. Building Photo - Lincoln Square
    Rent Special
    Rent Special
    STUDIO
    $1,497+
    1 BED
    $2,139+
    2 BEDS
    $2,590+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,497 - $3,364
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,497 - $3,364

    Lincoln Square

    1000 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19146
    (856) 406-2718
  13. Building Photo - The Royal Theater
    Rent Special
    Rent Special
    Call for Rent

    The Royal Theater

    1524 South St, Philadelphia, PA 19146
  19. Building Photo - SouthStar Lofts
    Exceptional Value
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    STUDIO
    $1,748+
    1 BED
    $1,919+
    2 BEDS
    $2,875+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,668 - $3,053
    Required Monthly Fees$80
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,748 - $3,133

    SouthStar Lofts

    521 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19147
    (856) 263-4003
  21. Exterior - 1430 South Street
    1 Month Free
    1 Month Free
    1 BED
    $1,720

    1430 South Street

    1430 South St, Philadelphia, PA 19146
  25. Building Photo - 2534 Alter St
    2 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS
    $1,760

    2534 Alter St

    2534 Alter St, Philadelphia, PA 19146
  27. STUDIO
    $1,795+
    1 BED
    $2,050+

    Textile Lofts

    2115 South St, Philadelphia, PA 19146
  32. Building Photo - 1938 South St
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,875
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,875
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,875

    1938 South St Unit C

    1938 South St, Philadelphia, PA 19146
  34. Building Photo - 751 S 22nd St
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,995
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,995
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,995

    751 S 22nd St Unit 3F

    751 S 22nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19146
  37. Building Photo - 2501 Christian St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,150
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,150
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,150

    2501 Christian St Unit 302

    2501 Christian St, Philadelphia, PA 19146
  39. Building Photo - 414 Lofts
    1 BED
    $2,225

    414 Lofts

    414-422 S 16th St, Philadelphia, PA 19146
  42. Enter into Kitchen - 1540 Kater St
    1 BED, 1.5 BATHS
    $2,325
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,325
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,325

    1540 Kater St

    1540 Kater St, Philadelphia, PA 19146
    (856) 408-1925
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Cheap Apartments in Southwest Center City Neighborhood in Philadelphia, PA

When looking for cheap apartments in Southwest 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 Southwest 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 74 cheap apartments available in Southwest Center City, Apartment Finder is the place to find your next rental.

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