Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Academy Hill Neighborhood of Chester, PA from $600 (17 Rentals)

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Keystone  Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Keystone Apartments

1029 W 5th StChester, PA 19013
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1200 E 9th St

EddystonePA19022
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Stewart Lane Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Stewart Lane Apartments

200 W Chester PikeRidley Park, PA 19078
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116 N Swarthmore Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

116 N Swarthmore Ave

116 N Swarthmore AveRidley Park, PA 19078
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Academy Hill, Chester, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Academy Hill Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Academy Hill area of Philadelphia, PA is a Studio unit found at The Hub at Widener priced from $875. Hillside Manor Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Academy Hill apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Hub at WidenerStudioStudio,1BA$875
Hillside Manor Apartments2x1 Upstair2BR,1BA$950
The Northview2121BR,1BA$975
Wallingford Estates1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,134
Green Forest Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1,160

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Academy Hill, PA

As of September 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Academy Hill area is the $1.35 price per square foot 44 Worrell Street Model at 44 Worrell Street in the in the Traditions at Ridley Creek neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Academy Hill apartment is the 20 E Sellers Ave Model at 20 E Sellers Ave, Unit 2nd floor starting at $1,250 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the Academy Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Academy Hill apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
44 Worrell Street44 Worrell Street3BR,1BA$1.35
20 E Sellers Ave, Unit 2nd floor20 E Sellers Ave2BR,1BA$1.32
Bridgewater Apartments1 bd/1 bath w/ balcony1BR,1BA$1.44
Green Forest Apartments1 Bedroom w/Den1BR,1BA$1.45
Brian Court Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.62
Hillside Manor Apartments2x1 Upstair2BR,1BA$1.19
Walnut Chestnut ApartmentsThe Dove1BR,1BA$1.49
Ridley Creek Views Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.61
Wallingford Estates1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.64
1113 Morton Ave, Unit C1113 Morton Ave1BR,1BA$1.65

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Academy Hill, Chester, PA

Ranked #6

Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Southwestern Philadelphia, PA. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Academy Hill Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Academy Hill Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Academy Hill Apartment is $975 at The Northview.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Academy Hill Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Academy Hill is starting from $950 at Hillside Manor Apartments.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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