Average Rent in Center City East, Philadelphia, PA

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Current Versus Historical Center City East, Philadelphia, PA Rents

Center City East rentals average $1,365 for a studio rental to $10,398 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,128, or roughly $35 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in October 2026, median rents have been roughly unchanged over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $470 (-25.63%) year-over-year from $1,835 to $1,365. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $29 (1.39%) year-over-year from $2,096 to $2,125. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $311 (-9.86%) year-over-year from $3,156 to $2,845. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $633 (15.97%) year-over-year from $3,967 to $4,600. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $3,414 (48.89%) year-over-year from $6,983 to $10,398. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.

Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone down by 10.61% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 3.00% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 2.34% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 5.45% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone down by 9.05% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Oct 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$31.26	$1,365	$1,835 (-25.63%)	$1,923 (-29.00%)
1 BR	$36.38	$2,125	$2,096 (1.39%)	$1,770 (20.06%)
2 BR	$35.62	$2,845	$3,156 (-9.86%)	$2,395 (18.79%)
3 BR	$28.00	$4,600	$3,967 (15.97%)	$3,848 (19.56%)
4+ BR	$27.81	$10,398	$6,983 (48.89%)	$6,304 (64.93%)

Historical Rents in Center City East, Philadelphia, PA

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Top Cities Near Center City East

There are a total of 6 cities nearby Center City East. The average rent in Center City East is currently $1,881 per month. A total of 5 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Chester, PA, with an average rent of $1,429, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Center City East, Philadelphia, PA is Phoenixville, PA. Monthly rents here are on average $2,322 per month.

Let's compare Center City East, Philadelphia, PA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in Center City East, Philadelphia, PA is 3.74% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 25.88% more expensive. Two bedrooms in Center City East, Philadelphia, PA are about 36.96% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 62.14% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 6 cities near Center City East, Philadelphia, PA in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Chester, PA	$965	$1,200	$1,429	$1,429
Wilmington, DE	$1,713	$1,448	$1,695	$1,700
Philadelphia, PA	$1,328	$1,700	$1,800	$1,825
Camden, NJ	$2,200	$1,846	$2,100	$1,938
Trenton, NJ	$1,300	$1,450	$1,850	$2,000
Phoenixville, PA	$395	$1,895	$2,422	$2,322

Top Neighborhoods Near Center City East

There are a total of 33 neighborhoods in or near Center City East. Some of these neighborhoods include Frankford, Logan - Ogontz - Fern Rock, and Germantown. We've included the top 30 neighborhoods out of 33 total neighborhoods in or near Center City East, Philadelphia, PA in the following table.

The average rent for these 30 neighborhoods in or near Center City East, Philadelphia, PA is currently around $1,825 per month. A total of 24 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only six neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $1,825. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is less than Center City East's average rent, which is actually $2,128. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Center City East, Frankford has the most affordable average rent at $1,200 per month. Whereas, at $2,858 average rent per month, Fitler Square is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Center City East. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Frankford, Philadelphia, PA	$800	$975	$1,338	$1,200
Logan - Ogontz - Fern Rock, Philadelphia, PA	$950	$1,100	$1,355	$1,355
Germantown, Philadelphia, PA	$1,150	$1,295	$1,495	$1,395
Overbrook, Philadelphia, PA	$1,200	$1,186	$1,350	$1,413
Cobbs Creek, Philadelphia, PA	$823	$1,285	$1,350	$1,500
Port Richmond, Philadelphia, PA	$750	$1,300	$1,500	$1,500
Kingsessing, Philadelphia, PA	N/A	$1,000	$1,537	$1,550
Allegheny West, Philadelphia, PA	N/A	$1,573	$2,050	$1,670
Avenue of the Arts North, Philadelphia, PA	$1,485	$1,685	$2,287	$1,700
North Philadelphia West, Philadelphia, PA	$950	$1,248	$1,495	$1,745
Kensington, Philadelphia, PA	$1,280	$1,528	$1,898	$1,750
South Philadelphia West, Philadelphia, PA	$1,575	$1,350	$1,700	$1,750
Spruce Hill, Philadelphia, PA	$1,125	$1,580	$2,023	$1,773
North Philadelphia East, Philadelphia, PA	$1,300	$1,888	$1,669	$1,795
Mantua, Philadelphia, PA	N/A	$1,250	$1,500	$1,825
East Falls, Philadelphia, PA	$1,248	$1,492	$1,894	$1,967
Point Breeze, Philadelphia, PA	$1,256	$1,387	$1,950	$1,988
Northern Liberties - Fishtown, Philadelphia, PA	$1,375	$1,750	$2,365	$2,000
South Philadelphia East, Philadelphia, PA	N/A	$1,978	$2,825	$2,058
Avenue of the Arts South, Philadelphia, PA	$1,350	$2,039	$3,022	$2,101
Bella Vista - Southwark, Philadelphia, PA	$990	$1,575	$2,500	$2,125
Fairmount - Art Museum, Philadelphia, PA	$1,481	$1,890	$2,495	$2,158
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA	$1,659	$2,165	$3,542	$2,169
Queen Village - Pennsport, Philadelphia, PA	$1,550	$1,750	$2,295	$2,200
Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA	$1,545	$1,958	$2,995	$2,223
Center City West, Philadelphia, PA	$1,472	$2,255	$3,405	$2,285
Graduate Hospital, Philadelphia, PA	$1,387	$1,859	$2,475	$2,450
University City, Philadelphia, PA	$1,160	$2,339	$3,226	$2,479
Logan Square, Philadelphia, PA	$1,816	$2,495	$3,908	$2,595
Fitler Square, Philadelphia, PA	$2,117	$2,412	$3,581	$2,858

Top Counties Near Center City East

There are a total of 13 counties located by Center City East, Philadelphia, PA. Some of these counties include Chester, PA, Upper Darby, PA, and Salem, NJ. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,318. That's roughly around $23 per sqft. A total of 5 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Chester, PA. Its average rent per month is $1,429. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,805, Radnor, PA is the most expensive county by Center City East, Philadelphia, PA.

Typically, rent for studios in Center City East, Philadelphia, PA is 10.26% more expensive than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in Center City East, Philadelphia, PA is 20.59% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in Center City East, Philadelphia, PA is 27.46% more expensive than other counties nearby. We've listed the top 10 counties in the table below.

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Chester, PA	$965	$1,200	$1,429	$1,429
Upper Darby, PA	$1,225	$1,298	$1,425	$1,673
Salem, NJ	N/A	$1,200	$1,500	$1,675
Philadelphia, PA	$1,328	$1,700	$1,800	$1,825
Camden, NJ	$1,345	$1,650	$2,100	$2,318
Phoenixville, PA	$395	$1,895	$2,422	$2,322
Burlington, NJ	$1,400	$1,688	$2,200	$2,500
Lower Merion, PA	$1,450	$1,810	$2,500	$2,549
Gloucester, NJ	N/A	$2,212	$2,692	$2,579
Radnor, PA	N/A	$2,410	$2,628	$2,805

Top Zipcodes Near Center City East

There are a total of 29 zipcodes in or near Center City East, Philadelphia, PA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $1,825. A total of 20 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 19141, Philadelphia, PA at $1,200 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $3,600 per month is 08540, Mercer County, NJ.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,115. That's at least $25 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near Center City East, Philadelphia, PA is $1,525 per month. Or in other words, $26 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,900 per month. Which comes out to $23 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in Center City East, Philadelphia, PA. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
19107, Philadelphia, PA	$1,303	$2,030	$3,148	$2,085
19106, Philadelphia, PA	$1,797	$2,195	$2,920	$2,345
19147, Philadelphia, PA	$1,545	$1,750	$2,550	$2,150
19103, Philadelphia, PA	$1,721	$2,403	$3,662	$2,553
19123, Philadelphia, PA	$1,450	$2,075	$2,497	$2,250
19122, Philadelphia, PA	$1,312	$1,525	$1,750	$1,725
19130, Philadelphia, PA	$1,473	$1,800	$2,400	$2,078
19146, Philadelphia, PA	$1,352	$1,500	$2,100	$2,000
19148, Philadelphia, PA	$1,725	$1,388	$1,875	$1,873
19104, Philadelphia, PA	$1,115	$1,545	$1,750	$1,695

Frequently Asked Questions - Center City East Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Center City East, Philadelphia, PA?

The average monthly rental price for Center City East, Philadelphia, PA apartments for rent is approximately $2,128. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do Center City East, Philadelphia, PA rent prices drop in winter?

Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in Center City East, Philadelphia, PA.

How much is a studio apartment in Center City East, Philadelphia, PA?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,365 and an average price per square feet of $31.26. There are a total of 54 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in Center City East.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in Center City East, Philadelphia, PA?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $2,125 and an average price per square feet of $36.38. There are a total of 142 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Center City East.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in Center City East, Philadelphia, PA?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $2,895 and an average price per square feet of $35.62. There are a total of 47 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Center City East.

How have rent prices in Center City East, Philadelphia, PA changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in Center City East, Philadelphia, PA can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.26%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.01%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.10%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.16% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in Center City East, Philadelphia, PA?

A reasonable rent price in Center City East, Philadelphia, PA is around $1,702/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.