Cheap Apartments for Rent in West Chester, PA from $800 (16 Rentals)
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West Chester, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Chester?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap West Chester Studio Apartments | $1,642 | $1,050 | $2,829 |
Cheap West Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,921 | $1,275 | $4,436 |
Cheap West Chester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,396 | $1,625 | $6,062 |
Cheap West Chester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,033 | $2,315 | $6,690 |
Cheap West Chester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,948 | $1,948 | $1,948 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in West Chester, PA
Pricing Updated: 04/24/2025Current apartment rentals in the West Chester, 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 West Chester Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Riverside at Chadds Ford - Estates | $3,167 | $1,311 | 43 |
Cheapest Available West Chester Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in West Chester, PA is a Studio unit found at Golf Club Apartments priced from $1,350. Audubon Manor in the Riverside at Chadds Ford - Estates neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,544. Here is today’s list of the most affordable West Chester apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Golf Club Apartments | Ascott | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
Audubon Manor | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,544 |
Metropolitan East Goshen | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,575 |
Waterview Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 690 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,575 |
Metropolitan West Chester | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Chester, PA
As of April 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Chester area is the $1.63 price per square foot 2 Beds/1 Bath Model at Rose Hill Apartments in the starting from $1,700. The second greatest value West Chester apartment is the 2 Bedroom/1 Bathroom Model at Heather Glen starting at $1,845 with a $1.84 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for West Chester apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Rose Hill Apartments | 2 Beds/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
Heather Glen | 2 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.84 |
Cambridge Hall Apartments | The Aintree | 2BR,2BA | $1.83 |
241 W Union St, Unit #2 | 241 W Union St | 2BR,1BA | $2.10 |
Sharples Works | 1 Bed 1.5 Bath - Loft | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.11 |
335 W Miner St, Unit front | 335 W Miner St | 2BR,1BA | $2.04 |
402 N Church St, Unit 4 | 402 N Church St | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
Village at Windermere Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
Raquet Club Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.03 |
Goshen Terrace | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
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West Chester Overview
A borough of Chester County in the great state of Pennsylvania, West Chester is a quaint and welcoming locale. Home to just under 20,000 residents, this charming and historic destination makes an excellent option for anyone considering a move to the east coast.
Why live in West Chester, PA?
Brimming with cultural destinations and a youthful ambiance thanks to the popular local university, apartments for rent in West Chester cater to a wide array of lifestyles and budgets. From historic streets lined with structures of old to luxurious, state-of-the-art hotels and eateries, this charming Pennsylvania locale seemingly has it all.
Best Local Schools in West Chester, PA
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Getting Around West Chester, PA
Walk Score®
56 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
37 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Chester Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in West Chester?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Chester is under $1,676.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Chester?
The cheapest apartment in West Chester is Audubon Manor which is listed at $1,544, while the average apartment in West Chester costs $3,167.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Chester?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3 regular apartments in West Chester that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in West Chester?
Cheap apartments in West Chester have an average cost of $201 which is $2,966 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Chester.
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