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27 N 2nd Street LP - Photo 1 of 1

13h ago

8.4

Very good

27 N 2nd Street LP

27 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19106

3 beds

3 baths

$4,500

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Four Forty North Front LLC - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

8.7

Very good

Four Forty North Front LLC

1210 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19107

Fitness center

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,600–$3,275

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24 S Bank St #202 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Center City East apartment for rent in Philadelphia

Studio

1 bath

$1,600

Apartment for rent

Description

Welcome to your new home in the heart of Old City, Philadelphia, PA. This studio apartment, located in a vintage loft building, offers a unique blend of historic charm and modern convenience. The apartment features a spacious bathroom and a gated courtyard, providing a secure and serene outdoor space for relaxation. The building is also equipped with an elevator, ensuring easy access to your apartment. With its prime location and thoughtful amenities, this apartment is perfect for those seeking a blend of urban living and classic architecture. Experience the best of Philad

24 S Bank St #317 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Center City East apartment for rent in Philadelphia

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Hardwood floor

1 bed

1 bath

$1,850

Apartment for rent

532 Rodman Street - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

7.7

Very good

532 Rodman Street

532 Rodman St, Philadelphia, PA 19147

In-unit laundry | Hardwood floor | Dishwasher

1 bed

1 bath

$1,400

Apartment for rent

Available Aug 1

Description

Newly Renovated Bi-Level 1 bedroom - This apartment is a newer 1 bedroom bi-level apartment, features: ~stainless steel appliances ~dishwasher ~microwave ~washer/dryer in apartment ~hardwood floors ~central air/heat. Close to restaurants, shopping, pharmacies, gyms, dry cleaners, Whole Foods, Acme, public transportation, Penns Landing, Wine & Spirits Shop

222 Church Street - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

9

Excellent

222 Church Street

222 Church Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

1–2 beds

1 bath

$1,625–$2,200

Apartment for rent

Available Apr 15

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130 N 2nd St Unit 4a1 #4A1 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Center City East condo for rent in Philadelphia

APARTMENT - PHILADELPHIA, PA

130 N 2nd St Unit 4a1 #4A1, Philadelphia, PA 19106

In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Fitness center

3 beds

2 baths

$3,800

Condo for rent

The View at Old City - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

8.8

Very good

The View at Old City

401 Race Street ##353, Philadelphia, PA 19106

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking

1 bed

1 bath

$2,329

Apartment for rent

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107 Arch St Apt 1e #1E - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Center City East apartment for rent in Philadelphia

107 Arch St Apt 1e #1E, Philadelphia, PA 19106

In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor

3 beds

1 bath

$2,699

$2,500

Price drop

Apartment for rent

21 N 3rd St Apt 4d #4D - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Center City East apartment for rent in Philadelphia

21 N 3rd St Apt 4d #4D, Philadelphia, PA 19106

1 bed

1 bath

$1,575

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162 N 3rd St Apt 2 #2 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Center City East apartment for rent in Philadelphia

APARTMENT - Other - PHILADELPHIA, PA

162 N 3rd St Apt 2 #2, Philadelphia, PA 19106

1 bed

1 bath

$1,575

Apartment for rent

Description

Property Status: Active This apartment is located on the 3rd street corridor in the heart of Historic Old City; shopping and eateries in the direct area. Access to public transportation, the subway, Septa, the Ben Franklin Bridge, and Interstate 95. Office Phone: (267) 439-6926 Copyright © 2026 Bright MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

222 Church St Apt 3e #3E - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Center City East house for rent in Philadelphia

APARTMENT - PHILADELPHIA, PA

222 Church St Apt 3e #3E, Philadelphia, PA 19106

In-unit laundry | Elevator | Dishwasher

1 bed

1 bath

$1,400

House for rent

222 Church St Apt 4g #4G - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Center City East apartment for rent in Philadelphia

APARTMENT - PHILADELPHIA, PA

222 Church St Apt 4g #4G, Philadelphia, PA 19106

In-unit laundry | Hardwood floor | Dishwasher

Studio

1 bath

$1,330

Apartment for rent

222 Church St Apt 6c #6C - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Center City East apartment for rent in Philadelphia

222 Church St Apt 6c #6C, Philadelphia, PA 19106

In-unit laundry | Hardwood floor | Storage

2 beds

2 baths

$2,750

Apartment for rent

218 Arch Street #310 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Center City East apartment for rent in Philadelphia

218 Arch Street #310, Philadelphia, PA 19106

1 bed

1 bath

$1,910

Apartment for rent

Available Nov 15

218 Arch Street #208 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Center City East apartment for rent in Philadelphia

218 Arch Street #208, Philadelphia, PA 19106

1 bed

1 bath

$1,895

Apartment for rent

Available Nov 15

121 North 2nd Street #411 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Center City East apartment for rent in Philadelphia

121 North 2nd Street #411, Philadelphia, PA 19106

In-unit laundry | Fitness center | Walk-in closets

1 bed

1 bath

$3,360

Apartment for rent

121 North 2nd Street #622 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Center City East apartment for rent in Philadelphia

121 North 2nd Street #622, Philadelphia, PA 19106

In-unit laundry | Fitness center | Walk-in closets

1 bed

1 bath

$2,210

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121 North 2nd Street #227 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Center City East apartment for rent in Philadelphia

121 North 2nd Street #227, Philadelphia, PA 19106

In-unit laundry | Fitness center | Walk-in closets

1 bed

1 bath

$2,075

Apartment for rent

121 North 2nd Street #307 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Center City East apartment for rent in Philadelphia

121 North 2nd Street #307, Philadelphia, PA 19106

In-unit laundry | Fitness center | Walk-in closets

1 bed

1 bath

$2,040

Apartment for rent

121 North 2nd Street #222 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Center City East apartment for rent in Philadelphia

121 North 2nd Street #222, Philadelphia, PA 19106

In-unit laundry | Fitness center | Walk-in closets

1 bed

1 bath

$2,205

Apartment for rent

121 North 2nd Street #214 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Center City East apartment for rent in Philadelphia

121 North 2nd Street #214, Philadelphia, PA 19106

In-unit laundry | Fitness center | Walk-in closets

1 bed

1 bath

$2,080

Apartment for rent

121 North 2nd Street #218 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Center City East apartment for rent in Philadelphia

121 North 2nd Street #218, Philadelphia, PA 19106

In-unit laundry | Fitness center | Walk-in closets

1 bed

1 bath

$2,180

Apartment for rent

1213 Walnut Street #1603 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Center City East house for rent in Philadelphia

APARTMENT - Contemporary - PHILADELPHIA, PA

1213 Walnut Street #1603, Philadelphia, PA 19107

1 bed

1 bath

$2,200

House for rent

1213 Walnut Street #2410 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Center City East house for rent in Philadelphia

APARTMENT - Contemporary - PHILADELPHIA, PA

1213 Walnut Street #2410, Philadelphia, PA 19107

1 bed

1 bath

$2,940

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1213 Walnut Street #1411 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Center City East house for rent in Philadelphia

APARTMENT - Contemporary - PHILADELPHIA, PA

1213 Walnut Street #1411, Philadelphia, PA 19107

1 bed

1 bath

$2,695

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1213 Walnut Street #304 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Center City East house for rent in Philadelphia

APARTMENT - Contemporary - PHILADELPHIA, PA

1213 Walnut Street #304, Philadelphia, PA 19107

2 beds

2 baths

$4,147

House for rent

1213 Walnut Street #2204 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Center City East house for rent in Philadelphia

APARTMENT - Contemporary - PHILADELPHIA, PA

1213 Walnut Street #2204, Philadelphia, PA 19107

2 beds

2 baths

$4,902

House for rent

1213 Walnut Street #1706 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Center City East house for rent in Philadelphia

APARTMENT - Contemporary - PHILADELPHIA, PA

1213 Walnut Street #1706, Philadelphia, PA 19107

Studio

1 bath

$2,595

House for rent

1213 Walnut Street #1909 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Center City East house for rent in Philadelphia

APARTMENT - Contemporary - PHILADELPHIA, PA

1213 Walnut Street #1909, Philadelphia, PA 19107

Studio

1 bath

$2,545

House for rent

1213 Walnut Street #1613 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Center City East house for rent in Philadelphia

APARTMENT - Contemporary - PHILADELPHIA, PA

1213 Walnut Street #1613, Philadelphia, PA 19107

1 bed

1 bath

$3,425

House for rent

1213 Walnut Street #2502 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Center City East house for rent in Philadelphia

APARTMENT - Contemporary - PHILADELPHIA, PA

1213 Walnut Street #2502, Philadelphia, PA 19107

1 bed

2 baths

$4,213

House for rent

1213 Walnut Street #1511 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Center City East house for rent in Philadelphia

APARTMENT - Contemporary - PHILADELPHIA, PA

1213 Walnut Street #1511, Philadelphia, PA 19107

1 bed

1 bath

$2,695

House for rent

21 N 3rd St Apt 3b #3B - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Center City East house for rent in Philadelphia

21 N 3rd St Apt 3b #3B, Philadelphia, PA 19106

1 bed

1 bath

$1,795

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121 N 2nd St Apt 601 #601 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Center City East apartment for rent in Philadelphia

121 N 2nd St Apt 601 #601, Philadelphia, PA 19106

In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Fitness center

1 bed

1 bath

$2,050

Apartment for rent

121 N 2nd St Apt 409 #409 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Center City East apartment for rent in Philadelphia

121 N 2nd St Apt 409 #409, Philadelphia, PA 19106

In-unit laundry | Fitness center | Walk-in closets

1 bed

1 bath

$2,060

Apartment for rent

121 N 2nd St Apt 205 #205 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Center City East apartment for rent in Philadelphia

121 N 2nd St Apt 205 #205, Philadelphia, PA 19106

In-unit laundry | Fitness center | Walk-in closets

1 bed

1 bath

$2,070

Apartment for rent

121 N 2nd St Apt 311 #311 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Center City East apartment for rent in Philadelphia

121 N 2nd St Apt 311 #311, Philadelphia, PA 19106

In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Fitness center

2 beds

2 baths

$3,555

Apartment for rent

The Ledger Residences - Photo 1 of 1
Highly rated

1d ago

9.1

Excellent

The Ledger Residences

150 S Independence Mall W, Philadelphia, PA 19106

In-unit laundry | Fitness center | Concierge service

Studio–2 beds

1 bath

$1,750–$3,245

Apartment for rent

910 Arch St Apt 2m #2M - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Center City East house for rent in Philadelphia

APARTMENT - Contemporary - PHILADELPHIA, PA

910 Arch St Apt 2m #2M, Philadelphia, PA 19107

In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry

2 beds

1 bath

$1,650

House for rent

801 Walnut St - Photo 1 of 1
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9h ago

9.1

Excellent

801 Walnut St

140-42 AKA 140-42 S. 8th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

1–2 beds

1 bath

$1,800–$2,150

Apartment for rent

The National - Photo 1 of 1
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17h ago

8.4

Very good

The National

121 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19106

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,715–$4,625

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723 Sansom St #4B - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

Center City East apartment for rent in Philadelphia

Apartment - PHILADELPHIA, PA

723 Sansom St #4B, Philadelphia, PA 19106

In-unit laundry | Hardwood floor

1 bed

1 bath

$1,549

Apartment for rent

802 Sansom St Unit 303 #303 - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

Center City East apartment for rent in Philadelphia

APARTMENT - Other - PHILADELPHIA, PA

802 Sansom St Unit 303 #303, Philadelphia, PA 19107

In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor

2 beds

2 baths

$2,375

Apartment for rent

33 S 3rd Street - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

7.9

Very good

33 S 3rd Street

33 S 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19106

Studio

0–1 bath

$2,500–$4,400

Apartment for rent

Brand new units 0-1 bedroom - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

8.5

Very good

Brand new units 0-1 bedroom

1128 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19107

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony

1 bed

1 bath

$1,750–$2,000

Apartment for rent

The Franklin Residences - Photo 1 of 1
Rent special

3d ago

8.5

Very good

The Franklin Residences

834 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19107

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking

Studio–1 bed

1 bath

$1,825–$2,850

Apartment for rent

1128 Walnut St Ste 205 #205 - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

Center City East apartment for rent in Philadelphia

1128 Walnut St Ste 205 #205, Philadelphia, PA 19107

In-unit laundry | Hardwood floor | Storage

1 bed

1 bath

$2,000

Apartment for rent

130 Arch St Unit 104 #104 - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

Center City East apartment for rent in Philadelphia

130 Arch St Unit 104 #104, Philadelphia, PA 19106

In-unit laundry | Elevator | Roof deck

1 bed

1 bath

$1,390

Apartment for rent

The Shirt Corner Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

8.1

Very good

The Shirt Corner Apartments

224 Church St, Philadelphia, PA 19106

Studio

1 bath

$1,565

Apartment for rent

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Updated: February 10, 2026

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Center City East, Philadelphia apartment availability

Center City East's rental market offers a very strong selection of listings, with nearly 494 rentals available on average each month. The majority of these listings are 1-bedroom apartments, followed closely by 2-bedroom and studio apartments. Many of these rentals come with desirable amenities, including air conditioning, in-unit laundry, and access to a fitness center. In fact, over 75% of apartments in Center City East offer air conditioning, while around 64% provide in-unit laundry and 60% have a fitness center. This neighborhood's diverse range of rentals and amenities make it an attractive option for renters looking for a convenient and comfortable living experience in Philadelphia.

Center City East, Philadelphia rental market trends

The Center City East rental market in Philadelphia experienced a decline in average rent prices over the past year, with an 8.3% decrease to $2,046 per month. Breaking it down by bedroom count, 1-bedrooms averaged $1,937 per month, a decrease of 8.7% from the previous year. 2-bedrooms saw a more significant decline of 13% to $2,558 per month, while studios decreased by 13.2% to $1,425 per month. Conversely, 3-bedrooms experienced a substantial increase of 35.1% to $4,392 per month.

The rental market in Center City East tends to fluctuate throughout the year, with May typically seeing the highest rent prices, 13.3% higher than the lowest month, November. If you're searching for a new apartment, November may be a good time to find a deal. On the other hand, if you're looking to rent out a property, May is likely to be the most lucrative month. Keep in mind that these trends can help inform your decision, whether you're a renter or a landlord.

Center City East, Philadelphia architectural style

Center City East, Philadelphia, is a haven for those who appreciate modern living. The neighborhood's architectural landscape is characterized by an abundance of contemporary buildings, which make up approximately 83% of the area's properties. This prevalence of contemporary architecture gives the neighborhood a sleek, modern aesthetic, making it an attractive option for renters seeking a stylish and up-to-date living space. The area's focus on modern design creates a cohesive and sophisticated atmosphere, perfect for those who value the latest architectural trends. Architectural style in Center City East,Philadelphia is representative of a subset of listings available on Zumper over the last few years.

Why Center City East, Philadelphia is a great place to live

Center City East is a hub for renters who prioritize social life and fitness wellness. With a plethora of restaurants, entertainment venues, and convenient transit options, this neighborhood is perfect for those who crave an active social scene. Additionally, the area's focus on safety and well-maintained street infrastructure adds to its appeal. For fitness enthusiasts, Center City East offers a range of amenities, including onsite gym equipment, health and wellness events, and access to fitness centers and gyms. The presence of farmers' markets, health food stores, and buildings with soundproofing, low VOC materials, and modern HVAC systems further support a wellness-oriented lifestyle. If you're looking for a neighborhood that balances social excitement with healthy living, Center City East is an excellent choice.

Methodology: How we got this data

Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2024 rental inventory and prices.

Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.

Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.

Center City East Apartments for rent FAQ

What is the average size of an apartment in Center City East, PA?

The average size of a 1 bedroom apartment rental in Center City East is 793 square feet. The average size of a 2 bedroom apartment rental in Center City East is 1436 square feet. The average size of a 3 bedroom apartment rental in Center City East is 2099 square feet.

Can I afford an apartment for rent in Center City East, PA?

To help you better understand how much rent you can afford, check out Zumper's rent calculator. Our rent calculator can help you learn more about Center City East average rent prices.

What type of apartment rental is most common in Center City East, Philadelphia, PA?

1 bedroom apartments are the most common type of rentals in Center City East, Philadelphia, PA right now.

What type of apartment rental is least common in Center City East, Philadelphia, PA?

3 bedroom apartments are the least common type of rentals in Center City East, Philadelphia, PA right now.

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