Philadelphia/ Real Estate & Development
Published on April 22, 2020
The cheapest apartments for rent in West Powelton, Philadelphia205 N. 36th St. | Photo: Zumper

Need a budget-friendly new spot? Though apartment hunting can be challenging, don't despair just yet — there are deals to be had. So what does an affordable price on a rental in West Powelton look like these days — and what might you get for your money?

Walk Score indicates that the neighborhood is a "walker's paradise," is a "biker's paradise" and has excellent transit. It also features median rents for a one bedroom that hover around $1,200, compared to a $1,470 one-bedroom median for Philadelphia as a whole.

A look at local listings in West Powelton via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide paints a picture of 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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205 N. 36th St.

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Photo: Zumper

Listed at $750/month, this 250-square-foot studio apartment, located at 205 N. 36th St., is 4.5% less than the $785/month median rent for a studio in West Powelton.

The rental is cat-friendly. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

(See the complete listing here.)

4018 Spring Garden St.

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Photo: Zumper

This one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, situated at 4018 Spring Garden St., is listed for $925/month.

The unit has central heating, a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting and a dishwasher. Pets are not permitted. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

(See the complete listing here.)

4038 Powelton Ave.

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Then there's this residence with one bedroom and one bathroom at 4038 Powelton Ave., listed at $1,025/month.

The residence has a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting. Cats are allowed. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

(See the listing here.)


This story was created automatically using local real estate data from Zumper and Apartment Guide, then reviewed by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Additionally, read on for five marketing tips for real estate agents to showcase local market expertise.

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