1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chester, PA (73 Rentals)

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Renshaw Apartments
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Renshaw Apartments

1307-1315 Renshaw RdChester, PA 19013
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Palmerhouse
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Palmerhouse

1420 Esrey StChester, PA 19013
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900-920 Booth St
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900-920 Booth St

900-920 Booth StChester, PA 19013
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The Colony
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The Colony

920 E 21st StChester, PA 19013
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Chatham Estates
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Chatham Estates

600 Edwards StChester, PA 19013
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515-517 W 7th St
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515-517 W 7th St

515-517 W 7th StChester, PA 19013
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724 W 3rd St
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724 W 3rd St

724 W 3rd StChester, PA 19013
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221 W 24TH St
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221 W 24TH St

221 W 24TH StChester, PA 19013
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816-818 W 8th St
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816-818 W 8th St

816-818 W 8th StChester, PA 19013
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43 E 23rd St
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43 E 23rd St

43 E 23rd StChester, PA 19013
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Wellington Ridge
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Wellington Ridge

3001 W 13th StChester, PA 19013
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Swarthmore Apartments
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Swarthmore Apartments

111 S Chester RdSwarthmore, PA 19081
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4701 Pennell Rd
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4701 Pennell Rd

4701 Pennell RdAston, PA 19014
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Briarcliff
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Briarcliff

801 S Chester RdSwarthmore, PA 19081
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Chester, PA Local Guide

Largest Available Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Chester, PA is found at Green Forest Apartments in the Traditions at Ridley Creek neighborhood and is 850 square feet priced from $1,205. Walnut Chestnut Apartments has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 800 square feet and currently listed start at $1,150. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Chester:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Green Forest Apartments1 Bedroom w/Den850 Sq Ft$1,205
Walnut Chestnut ApartmentsThe Dove800 Sq Ft$1,150
Wallingford Estates1 Bed, 1 Bath690 Sq Ft$1,120
Stone Hill Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath | Renovated675 Sq Ft$1,630
Ridley Brook ApartmentsAshworth650 Sq Ft$1,395
The Crossings at Elmwood1 Bed, 1 bath600 Sq Ft$1,100

Cheapest Available Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of March 27, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Chester, PA is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model starting from $1,100 at The Crossings at Elmwood in the Traditions at Ridley Creek neighborhood. The second most affordable Chester 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bed, 1 Bath Model at Wallingford Estates starting at $1,120 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Chester is currently $1,220. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Chester:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Crossings at Elmwood1 Bed, 1 bath$1,100
Wallingford Estates1 Bed, 1 Bath$1,120
Walnut Chestnut ApartmentsThe Dove$1,150
Green Forest Apartments1 Bedroom w/Den$1,205
Ridley Brook ApartmentsAscott$1,315
Stone Hill Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath | Renovated$1,630

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Getting Around Chester, PA

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59 / 100

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Some errands can be accomplished on foot

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53 / 100

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Some bike infrastructure

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42 / 100

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Chester Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Chester with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Chester is at The Crossings at Elmwood listed at $1,100.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Chester Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Chester is $1,220.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Chester Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Chester is a 850 square feet unit starting from $1,205 at Green Forest Apartments.

Expert Rental Resources

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit

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