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Budget apartments for rent in East Kensington, Philadelphia

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Published on January 10, 2020
Budget apartments for rent in East Kensington, Philadelphia  2545 Jasper St. | Photo: Zumper

It can be challenging to find a bargain when apartment hunting. So what does an affordable price on a rental in East Kensington look like these days — and what might you get for your money?

Per Walk Score ratings, the neighborhood has excellent walkability, is very bikeable and boasts excellent transit options. It also features median rents for a one bedroom that hover around $1,295, compared to a $1,383 one-bedroom median for Philadelphia as a whole.

A look at local listings in East Kensington via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide yields a look at what price-conscious apartment seekers can expect to find in this Philadelphia neighborhood.

Take a look at the cheapest listings available right now, below. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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1849 E. Albert St. East

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Photo: Zumper

This two-bedroom, one-bathroom townhouse, situated at 1849 E. Albert St. East, is listed for $1,000/month for its 850 square feet.

In the unit, expect to find air conditioning and an eat-in kitchen; building amenities include outdoor space. Pets are not welcome. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

(See the complete listing here.)

Frankford Avenue and East York Street

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Here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at Frankford Avenue and East York Street, which is going for $1,000/month.

Building amenities include on-site laundry. The apartment also comes with central heating. This rental is dog-friendly. Be prepared for a $35 application fee.

(See the full listing here.)

2678 Martha St.

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Photo: Zumper

Then there's this 1,100-square-foot space with two bedrooms and one bathroom at 2678 Martha St., listed at $1,200/month.

The listing promises stainless steel appliances and hardwood flooring in the unit. Cats and dogs are not welcome. Building amenities include outdoor space. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.

(See the listing here.)

2626 Emerald St.

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Photo: Zumper

Check out this 1,093-square-foot three-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bathroom townhouse at 2626 Emerald St., listed at $1,300/month.

Building amenities include outdoor space and on-site laundry. You can also expect to find central air conditioning and a dishwasher in the unit. Neither cats nor dogs are allowed. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.

(Here's the listing.)

2545 Jasper St.

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This three-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bathroom apartment, situated at 2545 Jasper St., is listed for $1,300/month.

In the unit, the listing promises a deck and high ceilings. Cats and dogs are not allowed. The building offers additional storage space.

(See the listing here.)


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