
Apartments for Rent in the Academy Hill Neighborhood of Chester, PA (140 Rentals)


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1507 Washington Ave

1105 Terrill St

2332 Concord Rd

508 Wilson St

18 E 21st St

402 Welsh St

2xxx S Forwood St

132 E 18th St
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140 E 21st St

144 E 21st St

314 E 22nd St

825 E 16th St

1414 Washington Ave

1108 White St

1021 E Williams Cir

758-758 E 25th St, Unit B18
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Academy Hill, Chester, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Academy Hill?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Academy Hill Studio Apartments | $887 | $725 | $1,135 |
Academy Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,265 | $882 | $1,545 |
Academy Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,436 | $950 | $1,950 |
Academy Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,624 | $938 | $2,350 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleAcademy Hill, Chester, PA
Ranked #6
Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Academy Hill, Chester, PA
Chester High School - Main Campus
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team of engineers and researchers compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Pennsylvania including Academy Hill, Chester, and the greater Philadelphia area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, family-friendly amenities, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Family-Friendly Rating
Do you have children? Amongst all of the submarkets in Chester, this submarket has emerged as one of the best-regarded communities for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly neighborhoods have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. These features include things like green spaces, pet amenities, playgrounds, recreation and A/V rooms, trails, and access to the finest learning and education resources.
Luxury Living Rating
Academy Hill is amongst the finest luxury submarkets in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like pools, saunas, workout spaces, proximity to great shopping areas, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Luxury communities also often offer wood-burning fireplaces, raquetball courts, and a full-time security staff or doorman.
Pet Friendly Rating
This area ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Getting Around the Academy Hill Neighborhood in Chester, PA
Walk Score®
72 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
47 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
45 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Academy Hill
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Academy Hill Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Academy Hill ranges from $882 to $1,545 with an average monthly rent of $1,265.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Academy Hill cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Academy Hill range from $950 to $1,950. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,436.
How expensive are Academy Hill Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 13 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Academy Hill on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $938 to $2,350 - averaging $1,624 for the location.
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