
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Chester, PA from $600 (18 Rentals)
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The Hub at Widener

1111 Morton Ave

Jefferis Square

Upland Flats at Widener

The Crossings at Elmwood

928 Market St

Upland Estates

1130 Haverford Rd
Chester, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chester?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Chester Studio Apartments | $924 | $732 | $1,085 |
Cheap Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,221 | $865 | $1,695 |
Cheap Chester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,344 | $950 | $1,855 |
Cheap Chester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,644 | $938 | $2,600 |
Cheap Chester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,050 | $1,750 | $2,350 |
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Cheapest Available Chester Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Chester, PA is a Studio unit found at The Crossings at Elmwood in the Traditions at Ridley Creek neighborhood priced from $875. Hillside Manor Apartments in the Traditions at Ridley Creek neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $950. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chester apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Crossings at Elmwood | Studio | Studio,1BA | $875 |
Hillside Manor Apartments | 2x1 Upstair | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
Ridley Creek Views Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
Renshaw Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,040 |
Keystone Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,069 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chester, PA
As of March 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chester 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 Chester apartment is the 612 Highland Ave Model at 612 Highland Ave, Unit 2 starting at $1,450 with a $1.09 price per square foot in the Academy Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chester apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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128 E 22nd St, Unit B | 128 E 22nd St | 4BR,1BA | $1.08 |
612 Highland Ave, Unit 2 | 612 Highland Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.09 |
Ridley Creek Views Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
5 Chestnut St, Unit 2 | 5 Chestnut St | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
Keystone Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
Willow Gardens Apartments | 2 Bed x 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
Green Forest Apartments | 1 Bedroom w/Den | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
Walnut Chestnut Apartments | The Dove | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
Penn Street Apartments | Penn Street 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
Hillside Manor Apartments | 2x1 Upstair | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
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Getting Around Chester, PA
Walk Score®
59 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
53 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
42 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chester Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Chester?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Chester is at The Crossings at Elmwood listed at $875.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chester Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chester Apartment is $1,100 at The Crossings at Elmwood.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Chester Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Chester is starting from $950 at Hillside Manor Apartments.
What is the most affordable Chester Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Chester Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at and starts from $938.
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