
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Chester, PA from $600 (16 Rentals)
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The Hub at Widener

Jefferis Square

Renshaw Apartments

Upland Flats at Widener
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1200 E 9th St

The Crossings at Elmwood

Upland Estates
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 | $899 | $690 | $1,135 |
Cheap Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,255 | $866 | $1,655 |
Cheap Chester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,377 | $950 | $1,795 |
Cheap Chester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,874 | $938 | $2,600 |
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Cheapest Available Chester Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Chester, PA is a Studio unit found at Keystone Apartments in the Academy Hill neighborhood priced from $690. The Hub at Widener in the Traditions at Ridley Creek neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $875. 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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Keystone Apartments | Studio Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $690 |
The Hub at Widener | Studio | Studio,1BA | $875 |
The Crossings at Elmwood | Studio | Studio,1BA | $875 |
Renshaw Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $940 |
Hillside Manor Apartments | 2x1 Upstair | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chester, PA
As of April 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chester area is the $1.35 price per square foot 44 Worrell Street Model at 44 Worrell Street in the in the Traditions at Ridley Creek neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Chester apartment is the 1433 Grant Ave Model at 1433 Grant Ave, Unit B starting at $1,450 with a $1.42 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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44 Worrell Street | 44 Worrell Street | 3BR,1BA | $1.35 |
1433 Grant Ave, Unit B | 1433 Grant Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
The Crossings at Elmwood | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
4701 Pennell Rd, Unit E | 4701 Pennell Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
Willow Gardens Apartments | 2 Bed x 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
Walnut Chestnut Apartments | The Dove | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
Hillside Manor Apartments | 2x1 Upstair | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
Penn Street Apartments | Penn Street 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
Ridley Creek Views Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
Wallingford Estates | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 Keystone Apartments listed at $690.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chester Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chester Apartment is $866 at Keystone Apartments.
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.
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