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Academy Hill, Chester, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Academy Hill Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Academy Hill area of Philadelphia, PA is a Studio unit found at Keystone Apartments priced from $686. The Crossings at Elmwood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $875. Here are the most affordable Academy Hill apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Keystone ApartmentsStudio EfficiencyStudio,1BA$686
The Crossings at ElmwoodStudioStudio,1BA$875
Hillside Manor Apartments2x1 Upstair2BR,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Academy Hill, PA

As of April 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Academy Hill area is the $1.08 price per square foot 128 E 22nd St Model at 128 E 22nd St, Unit B in the in the Traditions at Ridley Creek neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Academy Hill apartment is the 44 Worrell Street Model at 44 Worrell Street starting at $1,750 with a $1.35 price per square foot in the Traditions at Ridley Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Academy Hill apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
128 E 22nd St, Unit B128 E 22nd St4BR,1BA$1.08
44 Worrell Street44 Worrell Street3BR,1BA$1.35
Bridgewater Apartments2X22BR,2BA$1.35
1433 Grant Ave, Unit B1433 Grant Ave2BR,1BA$1.42
1126 Kerlin St, Unit 11126 Kerlin St2BR,1BA$1.44
Willow Gardens Apartments2 Bed x 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.24
Hillside Manor Apartments2x1 Upstair2BR,1BA$1.19
Walnut Chestnut ApartmentsThe Dove1BR,1BA$1.49
Penn Street ApartmentsPenn Street 2 Bed2BR,1BA$1.36
Ridley Creek Views Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.34

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Frequently Asked Questions about Academy Hill

What type of rentals are currently available in Academy Hill?

There are currently 115 Apartments for Rent in Academy Hill, PA with pricing that ranges from $686 to $2,600. There are also 28 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Academy Hill ranging from $900 to $2,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Academy Hill?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Academy Hill ranges from $900 to $2,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,664.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Academy Hill?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Academy Hill range from $938 to $2,600, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,395 to $2,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,795 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,750.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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