
Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Chester Neighborhood of Chester, PA from $800 (7 Rentals)
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Downtown Chester, Chester, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Chester?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Chester 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,456 | $1,000 | $1,950 |
Downtown Chester 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,656 | $1,280 | $2,000 |
Downtown Chester 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,975 | $1,950 | $2,000 |
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There are currently 7 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 $712. 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 | $712 |
The Crossings at Elmwood | Studio | Studio,1BA | $875 |
Hillside Manor Apartments | 2x1 Upstair | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Chester, PA
As of May 17, 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 | $1.62 |
Hillside Manor Apartments | 2x1 Upstair | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
Penn Street Apartments | Penn Street 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Chester
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Chester?
There are currently 95 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Chester, PA with pricing that ranges from $712 to $2,600. There are also 25 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Chester ranging from $800 to $2,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Chester?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Chester ranges from $800 to $2,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,546.
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