Average Rent in Center City West, Philadelphia, PA

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Current Versus Historical Center City West, Philadelphia, PA Rents

Center City West rentals average $1,639 for a studio rental to $23,500 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,304, or roughly $40 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in August 2026, median rents have risen over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $342 (-16.86%) year-over-year from $2,026 to $1,685. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $137 (6.32%) year-over-year from $2,169 to $2,306. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $983 (34.30%) year-over-year from $2,867 to $3,850. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $768 (-14.36%) year-over-year from $5,348 to $4,580. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $12,883 (121.35%) year-over-year from $10,617 to $23,500. 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 up by 7.42% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 7.44% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 19.63% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 13.90% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 25.56% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Aug 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$59.76	$1,685	$2,026 (-16.86%)	$1,589 (5.99%)
1 BR	$40.25	$2,306	$2,169 (6.32%)	$1,875 (22.96%)
2 BR	$32.07	$3,850	$2,867 (34.30%)	$2,921 (31.80%)
3 BR	$33.85	$4,580	$5,348 (-14.36%)	$4,433 (3.31%)
4+ BR	$51.69	$23,500	$10,617 (121.35%)	$4,925 (377.16%)

Historical Rents in Center City West, Philadelphia, PA

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Top Cities Near Center City West

There are a total of 6 cities nearby Center City West. The average rent in Center City West is currently $1,797 per month. A total of 6 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Chester, PA, with an average rent of $1,325, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Center City West, Philadelphia, PA is Phoenixville, PA. Monthly rents here are on average $2,205 per month.

Let's compare Center City West, Philadelphia, PA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in Center City West, Philadelphia, PA is 18.85% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 35.45% more expensive. Two bedrooms in Center City West, Philadelphia, PA are about 44.92% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 55.24% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 6 cities near Center City West, Philadelphia, PA in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Chester, PA	$990	$1,231	$1,437	$1,325
Wilmington, DE	$1,295	$1,450	$1,700	$1,750
Camden, NJ	$1,750	$1,500	$1,575	$1,773
Philadelphia, PA	$1,365	$1,725	$1,895	$1,821
Trenton, NJ	$6,000	$1,325	$1,825	$2,000
Phoenixville, PA	$990	$1,890	$2,510	$2,205

Top Neighborhoods Near Center City West

There are a total of 32 neighborhoods in or near Center City West. Some of these neighborhoods include Tioga - Nicetown, Belmont, and Logan - Ogontz - Fern Rock. We've included the top 30 neighborhoods out of 32 total neighborhoods in or near Center City West, Philadelphia, PA in the following table.

The average rent for these 30 neighborhoods in or near Center City West, Philadelphia, PA is currently around $1,850 per month. A total of 28 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only two neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $1,850. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is less than Center City West's average rent, which is actually $2,304. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Center City West, Tioga - Nicetown has the most affordable average rent at $1,313 per month. Whereas, at $2,710 average rent per month, Fitler Square is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Center City West. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Tioga - Nicetown, Philadelphia, PA	$800	$1,075	$1,460	$1,313
Belmont, Philadelphia, PA	N/A	$1,145	$1,400	$1,400
Logan - Ogontz - Fern Rock, Philadelphia, PA	N/A	$1,075	$1,325	$1,425
Germantown, Philadelphia, PA	$1,175	$1,447	$1,795	$1,480
Cobbs Creek, Philadelphia, PA	$850	$1,200	$1,280	$1,500
East Germantown, Philadelphia, PA	$1,250	$1,298	$1,498	$1,500
Port Richmond, Philadelphia, PA	$995	$1,350	$1,550	$1,563
West Powelton, Philadelphia, PA	$900	$1,279	$1,595	$1,598
North Philadelphia West, Philadelphia, PA	$1,295	$1,208	$1,497	$1,600
South Philadelphia West, Philadelphia, PA	$1,338	$1,325	$1,699	$1,625
Spruce Hill, Philadelphia, PA	$1,215	$1,488	$2,050	$1,637
Allegheny West, Philadelphia, PA	N/A	$1,620	$2,025	$1,670
Avenue of the Arts North, Philadelphia, PA	$1,485	$1,650	$2,150	$1,675
North Philadelphia East, Philadelphia, PA	$1,300	$1,798	$1,650	$1,795
Kensington, Philadelphia, PA	$1,285	$1,583	$1,900	$1,800
Point Breeze, Philadelphia, PA	$1,249	$1,375	$1,850	$1,850
Mantua, Philadelphia, PA	$1,023	$1,373	$1,625	$1,998
Manayunk, Philadelphia, PA	$1,100	$1,513	$2,000	$2,000
Northern Liberties - Fishtown, Philadelphia, PA	$1,361	$1,750	$2,400	$2,000
Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA	$1,875	$1,908	$2,600	$2,008
Queen Village - Pennsport, Philadelphia, PA	$1,500	$1,865	$2,343	$2,060
Fairmount - Art Museum, Philadelphia, PA	$1,551	$1,950	$2,300	$2,100
Center City East, Philadelphia, PA	$1,365	$2,083	$2,795	$2,100
Avenue of the Arts South, Philadelphia, PA	$1,275	$2,064	$2,838	$2,104
Graduate Hospital, Philadelphia, PA	$1,238	$1,505	$2,325	$2,150
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA	$1,672	$2,190	$3,236	$2,193
University City, Philadelphia, PA	$1,296	$2,414	$3,232	$2,344
Bella Vista - Southwark, Philadelphia, PA	$1,451	$1,575	$2,600	$2,375
Logan Square, Philadelphia, PA	$1,832	$2,575	$3,898	$2,578
Fitler Square, Philadelphia, PA	$1,750	$2,691	$3,045	$2,710

Top Counties Near Center City West

There are a total of 12 counties located by Center City West, Philadelphia, PA. Some of these counties include Chester, PA, Upper Darby, PA, and Philadelphia, PA. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,228. That's roughly around $22 per sqft. A total of 8 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Chester, PA. Its average rent per month is $1,325. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,800, Lower Merion, PA is the most expensive county by Center City West, Philadelphia, PA.

Typically, rent for studios in Center City West, Philadelphia, PA is 32.43% more expensive than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in Center City West, Philadelphia, PA is 30.85% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in Center City West, Philadelphia, PA is 37.50% 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	$990	$1,231	$1,437	$1,325
Upper Darby, PA	$1,225	$1,300	$1,423	$1,600
Philadelphia, PA	$1,365	$1,725	$1,895	$1,821
Phoenixville, PA	$990	$1,890	$2,510	$2,205
Gloucester, NJ	N/A	$1,500	$1,950	$2,250
Camden, NJ	$1,395	$1,600	$2,000	$2,300
Burlington, NJ	$1,400	$1,560	$2,195	$2,500
Tredyffrin, PA	N/A	$1,775	$2,200	$2,595
Mercer, NJ	$2,650	$1,823	$2,400	$2,700
Lower Merion, PA	N/A	$1,645	$2,600	$2,800

Top Zipcodes Near Center City West

There are a total of 30 zipcodes in or near Center City West, Philadelphia, PA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $1,850. A total of 23 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 19124, Philadelphia, PA at $1,163 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $3,625 per month is 08540, Mercer County, NJ.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,179. That's at least $27 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near Center City West, Philadelphia, PA is $1,621 per month. Or in other words, $27 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,999 per month. Which comes out to $25 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in Center City West, Philadelphia, PA. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
19103, Philadelphia, PA	$1,787	$2,418	$3,824	$2,445
19107, Philadelphia, PA	$1,300	$2,047	$2,803	$2,095
19130, Philadelphia, PA	$1,522	$1,895	$2,200	$1,995
19146, Philadelphia, PA	$1,250	$1,500	$2,060	$1,900
19104, Philadelphia, PA	$1,246	$1,479	$1,923	$1,675
19106, Philadelphia, PA	$1,698	$2,008	$2,700	$2,175
19123, Philadelphia, PA	$1,485	$1,967	$2,663	$2,100
19147, Philadelphia, PA	$1,485	$1,798	$2,600	$2,045
19122, Philadelphia, PA	$1,300	$1,543	$1,800	$1,795
19121, Philadelphia, PA	$1,295	$1,150	$1,524	$1,695

Frequently Asked Questions - Center City West Average Rents

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

The average monthly rental price for Center City West, Philadelphia, PA apartments for rent is approximately $2,304. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do Center City West, 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 West, Philadelphia, PA.

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

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,639 and an average price per square feet of $59.76. There are a total of 15 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in Center City West.

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

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $2,285 and an average price per square feet of $40.25. There are a total of 149 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Center City West.

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

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $3,200 and an average price per square feet of $32.07. There are a total of 16 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Center City West.

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

Rent prices for rentals in Center City West, Philadelphia, PA can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.17%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.06%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.34%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.14% year-over-year.

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

A reasonable rent price in Center City West, Philadelphia, PA is around $1,843/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.