Cheap Apartments for Rent in West Chester, PA from $800 (17 Rentals)
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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 | $1,623 | $1,050 | $2,788 |
Cheap West Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,902 | $1,365 | $4,427 |
Cheap West Chester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,390 | $1,625 | $6,744 |
Cheap West Chester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,019 | $2,300 | $6,527 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in West Chester, PA
Pricing Updated: 05/05/2025Current 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 | $2,944 | $1,311 | 30 |
Cheapest Available West Chester Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in West Chester, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Audubon Manor in the Riverside at Chadds Ford - Estates neighborhood priced from $1,399. Golf Club Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,575. 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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Audubon Manor | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
Golf Club Apartments | Ashworth | 1BR,1BA | $1,575 |
Metropolitan East Goshen | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,575 |
Raquet Club Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
Goshen Manor | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Chester, PA
As of May 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Chester area is the $2.18 price per square foot C2 Model at The Point at West Chester in the in the Riverside at Chadds Ford - Estates neighborhood starting from $2,396. The second greatest value West Chester apartment is the 2 Beds/1 Bath Model at Rose Hill Apartments starting at $1,700 with a $1.63 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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The Point at West Chester | C2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.18 |
Rose Hill Apartments | 2 Beds/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
Ridgewood Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
Heather Glen | 2 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
241 W Union St, Unit #2 | 241 W Union St | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
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 |
Audubon Manor | 2 Bedroom/1 Bathroom Deluxe | 2BR,1BA | $2.10 |
402 N Church St, Unit 4 | 402 N Church St | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
Goshen Terrace | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
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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 the price of a cheap apartment in West Chester?
The cheapest apartment in West Chester is Audubon Manor which is listed at $1,399, while the average apartment in West Chester costs $2,944.
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 2 regular apartments in West Chester that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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