Franklin Commons
1400 Cardinal Dr,
Bensalem, PA 19020
$1,379 - $1,979
1-2 Beds
Rental Market Trends in Bensalem, PA
What is the average rent in Bensalem, PA?
$1,478/month
Average Rent
757 Sq Ft
Average Apartment Size
+2%
Increase in the Last Year
As of October 2025, the average rent in Bensalem, PA is $1,478 per month. For comparison, the national average rent price in the US is currently $1,630/month, which means Bensalem rent prices are 9% lower than the national average. When you rent an apartment in Bensalem, you can expect to pay about $1,289 per month for a studio, $1,478 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $1,772 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $2,414 or more.
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How much has average rent changed in Bensalem, PA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 2%, which averages out to $30 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
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Rent Ranges in Bensalem, PA
Last Updated October 2025
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
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0%
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4%
$700 - $1,000/month
44%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
44%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
7%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
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What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Bensalem?
Based on current rent prices, Stanwood, Crafton Village and Creek Side are the most affordable neighborhoods in Bensalem.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Bensalem?
Based on current rent prices, Salem Harbour, Brookwood and Creek Side are the most expensive neighborhoods in Bensalem.
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Which Bensalem neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Bensalem with the most apartments available are Brookwood, Stanwood and Salem Harbour .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Bensalem, PA?
Because the average rent in Bensalem is $1,478, you’ll want to make about $4,926 per month or $59,112 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Bensalem, PA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Bensalem, PA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
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Property Management Companies in Bensalem, PA
University City Housing
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10
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2,563
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7
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Silverstone Properties LLC
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18
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1,641
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Morgan Properties
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Rushmore Management
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60
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11,999
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39
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AION Management
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49
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17,555
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34
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2 Communities in Bensalem
Platinum Realty Management
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23
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5,640
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18
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2 Communities in Bensalem
Concordia Properties
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30
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5,070
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14
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2 Communities in Bensalem
Stonehenge Advisors Inc.
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10
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2025.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.