Cheap Homes for Rent in Chester County, PA from $1,000 (26 Rentals)

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property at 75 Nutt Rd

$1,000

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

75 Nutt Rd

PhoenixvillePA19460

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property at 264 Walnut St

$1,800

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

264 Walnut St

PhoenixvillePA19460

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Cheapest Available Chester County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Chester County, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Riveredge Square Apartments priced from $1,095. Valley View Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,225. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chester County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Riveredge Square Apartments1BDJunior1BR,1BA$1,095
Valley View ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,225
Highland Manor ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,260
Brandywine Garden ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,285
Highview GardensOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,375
Waterview Apartment HomesStudio - 310 sqftStudio,1BA$1,385
Caln East ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,397
Magnolia Place ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,399
Colonial Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,400

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chester County, PA

As of January 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chester County area is the $1.86 price per square foot Monticello Model at Charleston Greene in the in the Deerfield neighborhood starting from $2,695. The second greatest value Chester County apartment is the Three bedroom Model at Arbour Court starting at $1,800 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Buck Peach Bottom Quaryvle Christiana neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chester County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Charleston GreeneMonticello3BR,2.5BA$1.86
Arbour CourtThree bedroom3BR,2BA$1.25
37 Pine St, Unit 437 Pine St3BR,2BA$1.69
3707 E Fisherville Rd, Unit 33707 E Fisherville Rd2BR,1BA$1.42
Hampshire Place2 Bed Townhome2BR,1.5BA$1.50
Rose Hill Apartments1 Bed/1 Bath heat incl1BR,1BA$1.76
Whiteland Ave Apartments2 Bed Apartment2BR,1BA$1.83
Norwood House ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.72
Valley View ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.75
Highland Manor ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.81

Frequently Asked Questions about Chester County

What type of rentals are currently available in Chester County?

There are currently 592 Apartments for Rent in Chester County, PA with pricing that ranges from $1,000 to $6,847. There are also 208 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Chester County ranging from $1,000 to $6,950.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Chester County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Chester County ranges from $1,000 to $6,950 with an average monthly rent of $2,691.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!