
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Downingtown, PA from $1,000 (14 Rentals)
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Downingtown, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downingtown?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downingtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,168 | $1,400 | $3,059 |
Downingtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,580 | $1,500 | $3,769 |
Downingtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,212 | $1,895 | $3,978 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Downingtown, PA
Pricing Updated: 05/18/2025Current apartment rentals in the Downingtown, PA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Downingtown Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Applecross Country Club | $3,355 | $1,100 | 88 |
Sawmill Estates at West Bradford | $3,355 | $1,400 | 88 |
Traditions at Applecross | $3,355 | $1,100 | 88 |
Cheapest Available Downingtown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Downingtown, PA is a 2 Beds unit found at Whiteland Ave Apartments in the Sawmill Estates at West Bradford neighborhood priced from $1,600. Norwood House Apartments in the Sawmill Estates at West Bradford neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,647. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Downingtown apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Whiteland Ave Apartments | 2 Bed Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,600 |
Norwood House Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,647 |
The Preserve at Milltown Apartment Homes | One Bedroom w/ Den - 830 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,670 |
The Manor at Downingtown | A2 - Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
MI Place at Downingtown | The Phoenixville | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downingtown, PA
As of May 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downingtown area is the $2.36 price per square foot A7 Model at The Point at Downingtown in the in the Sawmill Estates at West Bradford neighborhood starting from $2,087. The second greatest value Downingtown apartment is the 2 Bed Apartment Model at Whiteland Ave Apartments starting at $1,600 with a $1.83 price per square foot in the Sawmill Estates at West Bradford neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downingtown apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Point at Downingtown | A7 | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
Whiteland Ave Apartments | 2 Bed Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
Norwood House Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
The Preserve at Milltown Apartment Homes | One Bedroom w/ Den - 830 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
River Station | Wallace | 1BR,1BA | $2.72 |
The Manor at Downingtown | A1 - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
MI Place at Downingtown | The Phoenixville | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
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Best Local Schools in Downingtown, PA
Lionville Elementary School
Downingtown Stem Academy
Downington Middle School
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Getting Around Downingtown, PA
Walk Score®
41 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
34 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downingtown Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downingtown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downingtown Apartment is $1,647 at Norwood House Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downingtown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downingtown is starting from $1,600 at Whiteland Ave Apartments.
What is the most affordable Downingtown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downingtown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at MI Place at Downingtown and starts from $2,800.
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