Philadelphia/ Real Estate & Development
Published on June 09, 2020
Apartments for rent in Philadelphia: What will $2,800 get you?1733 Chestnut St. | Photo: Zumper

Curious just how far your dollar goes in Philadelphia?

We've rounded up the latest places for rent via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide to get a sense of what to expect when it comes to locating affordable apartments in Philadelphia if you've got a budget of up to $2,800/month.

Read on for the listings. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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218 Arch St. (Old City)

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Photo: Zumper

Listed at $2,715/month, this two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment is located at 218 Arch St.

In the unit, you can expect stainless steel appliances and granite countertops. The building offers outdoor space, garage parking, a gym and a residents lounge. Neither cats nor dogs are welcome.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area is a "walker's paradise," is quite bikeable and has excellent transit.

(Take a look at the complete listing here.)

1199 Ludlow St. (Washington Square)

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Next, there's this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment located at 1199 Ludlow St. It's listed for $2,737/month for its 836 square feet.

The building boasts secured entry and a swimming pool. The listing also promises hardwood flooring and a dishwasher in the apartment. Pet lovers are in luck: The property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly.

Per Walk Score ratings, this location is a "walker's paradise," is quite bikeable and boasts excellent transit options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

1401 Spruce St. (Rittenhouse)

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Here's a 700-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 1401 Spruce St. that's going for $2,745/month.

In the unit, you'll see a dishwasher and hardwood flooring. The building boasts secured entry and a swimming pool. Good news for pet lovers: This property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. Be prepared for a $500 pet deposit.

According to Walk Score, the area around this address is a "walker's paradise," is very bikeable and has excellent transit.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

1733 Chestnut St. (Rittenhouse)

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Photo: Zumper

Next, check out this 1,314-square-foot two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment that's located at 1733 Chestnut St. It's listed for $2,745/month.

In the unit, you can expect a walk-in closet, in-unit laundry, hardwood flooring and a dishwasher. For those with furry friends in tow, this property is pet-friendly. Be prepared for a $350 pet fee.

According to Walk Score, the area around this address is a "walker's paradise," is very bikeable and has excellent transit.

(Take a look at the complete listing here.)

201 N. Eighth St. (Old City)

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Photo: Zumper

Located at 201 N. Eighth St., here's a two-bedroom, two-bathroom coop that's listed for $2,750/month.

The listing promises hardwood flooring, a fireplace and a walk-in closet in the unit. When it comes to building amenities, expect assigned parking, secured entry and on-site laundry. The property is dog-friendly.

According to Walk Score, this location has excellent walkability, is convenient for biking and boasts excellent transit options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

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