
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Chester Neighborhood of Chester, PA from $600 (16 Rentals)
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Jefferis Square

The Hub at Widener

Upland Flats at Widener
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1200 E 9th St

The Crossings at Elmwood

Brian Court Apartments

Upland Estates
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Downtown Chester, Chester, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Chester?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Chester Studio Apartments | $944 | $725 | $1,200 |
Downtown Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,271 | $882 | $1,655 |
Downtown Chester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,347 | $950 | $1,863 |
Downtown Chester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,874 | $938 | $2,600 |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Chester Neighborhood of Chester, PA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Chester Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Chester area of Philadelphia, PA is a Studio unit found at Keystone Apartments priced from $724. The Crossings at Elmwood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $875. Here are the most affordable Downtown Chester apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Keystone Apartments | Studio Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $724 |
The Crossings at Elmwood | Studio | Studio,1BA | $875 |
The Hub at Widener | Studio | Studio,1BA | $875 |
Hillside Manor Apartments | 2x1 Upstair | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
Ridley Creek Views Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Chester, PA
As of May 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown 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 Downtown Chester apartment is the The Cardinal Model at Walnut Chestnut Apartments starting at $1,295 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the Traditions at Ridley Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown 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 |
Walnut Chestnut Apartments | The Cardinal | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
The Crossings at Elmwood | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
Willow Gardens Apartments | 2 Bed x 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
Brian Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
Hillside Manor Apartments | 2x1 Upstair | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
Penn Street Apartments | Penn Street 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
Ridley Creek Views Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
Wallingford Estates | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
Green Forest Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.81 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Chester, Chester, PA
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Among neighborhoods in Chester, PA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Downtown Chester Neighborhood in Chester, PA
Walk Score®
77 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
54 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
52 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Chester Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Chester?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Chester is at Keystone Apartments listed at $725.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Chester Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Chester Apartment is $1,050 at Ridley Creek Views Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Chester Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Chester is starting from $950 at Hillside Manor Apartments.
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