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Rental Market Trends in Philadelphia, PA

What is the average rent in Philadelphia, PA?

$1,786/month

Average Rent

664 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

+2.7%

Increase in the Last Year

Philadelphia, PA Rental Market Overview

The average rent in Philadelphia, PA is $1,786 per month. For comparison, the national average rent price in the US is currently $1,662/month, which means Philadelphia rent prices are 7% higher than the national average.

  • Studio apartments in Philadelphia average $1,446 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Philadelphia average $1,786 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Philadelphia average $2,225 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Philadelphia average $2,910 or more per month.

Data Updated: July 1, 2026

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,446/month
452 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,786/month
664 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,225/month
961 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,910/month
1,310 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,203/month
1,205 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,597/month
753 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,939/month
906 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$2,935/month
1,507 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,621/month
708 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,078/month
914 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,025/month
1,364 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$2,289/month
1,871 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,247/month
812 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,748/month
756 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,231/month
811 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$3,505/month
1,399 Sq Ft

How much has average rent changed in Philadelphia, PA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 2.7%, which averages out to $49 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time   The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
Last Updated July 2026
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Market Trends Over Time
Rent Ranges in Philadelphia, PA
Last Updated July 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Philadelphia, PA
Percentage*
Rent Range
1% Below $700/month
7% $700 - $1,000/month
34% $1,001 - $1,500/month
36% $1,501 - $2,000/month
22% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

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What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Philadelphia?

Based on current rent prices, Frankford, Olney and Haddington are the most affordable neighborhoods in Philadelphia.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Frankford
$1,005/month
882 Sq Ft
Olney
$1,122/month
897 Sq Ft
Haddington
$1,138/month
817 Sq Ft
Logan-Ogontz-Fern Rock
$1,172/month
789 Sq Ft
West Oak Lane
$1,177/month
889 Sq Ft
Juniata Park-Feltonville
$1,183/month
1,008 Sq Ft
Lawncrest
$1,196/month
742 Sq Ft
Oxford Circle-Castor
$1,219/month
661 Sq Ft
East Parkside
$1,229/month
659 Sq Ft
Belmont
$1,250/month
686 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Philadelphia?

Based on current rent prices, South Philadelphia East, Fitler Square and Center City West are the most expensive neighborhoods in Philadelphia.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
South Philadelphia East
$2,893/month
812 Sq Ft
Fitler Square
$2,875/month
828 Sq Ft
Center City West
$2,709/month
727 Sq Ft
Center City East
$2,660/month
767 Sq Ft
Old City
$2,606/month
841 Sq Ft
Center City
$2,596/month
739 Sq Ft
Rittenhouse Square
$2,573/month
720 Sq Ft
30th Street Station
$2,568/month
688 Sq Ft
Washington Square West
$2,558/month
686 Sq Ft
Midtown Village
$2,553/month
654 Sq Ft

Which Philadelphia neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Philadelphia with the most apartments available are Northern Liberties, North Philadelphia East and Logan Square .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Northern Liberties
$2,254/month
724 Sq Ft
North Philadelphia East
$2,023/month
706 Sq Ft
Logan Square
$2,476/month
675 Sq Ft
Center City
$2,596/month
739 Sq Ft
Olde Kensington
$2,156/month
699 Sq Ft
Fishtown
$2,097/month
698 Sq Ft
North Philadelphia
$1,712/month
721 Sq Ft
Fairmount-Art Museum
$2,176/month
680 Sq Ft
University City
$2,312/month
651 Sq Ft
Avenue Of The Arts Central
$2,015/month
632 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Philadelphia, PA?

Because the average rent in Philadelphia is $1,786, you’ll want to make about $5,953 per month or $71,436 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.

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Philadelphia, PA is 7.0% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Philadelphia is 8.4% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,446 - $2,910. You can expect to pay 4.6% more for groceries, 9.2% more for utilities, and 3.4% more for transportation.

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Philadelphia, PA

13,945 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Philadelphia, PA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Philadelphia, 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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Apartment Averages

Frankford

Philadelphia, PA

South Philadelphia East

Philadelphia, PA

Studio
-
$2,361/month
One Bedroom
-
$2,737/month
Two Bedroom
-
$3,920/month
Three Bedroom
-
$7,300/month
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1213 Walnut St,
Philadelphia, PA 19107

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,965 - $7,110

Piazza Alta

Piazza Alta

1099 Germantown Ave,
Philadelphia, PA 19123

Studio - 3 Beds | $1,691 - $6,810

The Poplar

The Poplar

901 N 9th St,
Philadelphia, PA 19123

Studio - 4 Beds | $1,745 - $4,105

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Philadelphia, PA 19123

Studio - 3 Beds | $1,886 - $4,375

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Philadelphia?

The average rent in Philadelphia is $1,786 per month, which is 7.5% higher than the national average of $1,662.

What is the average rent for a house in Philadelphia?

The average rent for a house in Philadelphia, PA is $1,939 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Philadelphia?

The average rent for a townhome in Philadelphia, PA is $1,748 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in Philadelphia?

The average rent for a condo in Philadelphia, PA is $1,621 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Philadelphia?

Rents in Philadelphia, PA are increasing, with prices up 2.7% year-over-year and $49 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Philadelphia?

In Philadelphia, PA, 36% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Pennsylvania Philadelphia Rental Trends

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 June 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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