
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Academy Hill Neighborhood of Chester, PA from $600 (36 Rentals)
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Jefferis Square

Upland Flats at Widener

1721 Providence Ave

24 E 18th St

Green Forest Apartments

Willow Gardens Apartments

336 W 8th St

Wallingford Estates
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Haven Park Apartments

Walnut Chestnut Apartments

323 W 7th St, Unit 2

Birchwood at Pentecostal (55+ Community)

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Keystone Apartments

Ridley Creek Views Apartments

2106 W 4th St
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535 Moya St

428 Penn St

Penn Street Apartments

610 E 9th St

418 Penn St

1 Church St

Brian Court Apartments

Upland Estates

The Northview
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936 Simpson St

Ridley Brook Apartments

33 W Chester Pike, Unit B-10

1200 E 9th St

Stewart Lane Apartments

The Crossings at Elmwood

116 N Swarthmore Ave

111 N Swarthmore Ave

Knightsbridge
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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 | $982 | $850 | $1,156 |
| Academy Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,292 | $882 | $1,730 |
| Academy Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,495 | $1,048 | $1,880 |
| Academy Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,432 | $938 | $1,750 |
| Academy Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,800 | $1,800 | $1,800 |
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There are currently 36 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Academy Hill Neighborhood of Chester, PA.
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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 $850. 111 N Swarthmore Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable Academy Hill apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hub at Widener | Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| 111 N Swarthmore Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Green Forest Apartments | 1 Bedroom w/Den | 1BR,1BA | $1,223 |
| Wallingford Estates | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,229 |
| Haven Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom Deluxe | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Walnut Chestnut Apartments | The Dove | 1BR,1BA | $1,258 |
| Brian Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| The Northview | 307 | 2BR,2BA | $1,400 |
| Ridley Brook Apartments | Ashworth | 1BR,1BA | $1,415 |
| Bridgewater Apartments | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom, Balcony | 2BR,1BA | $1,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Academy Hill, PA
As of June 29, 2026 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 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Balcony Model at Bridgewater Apartments starting at $1,800 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Traditions at Ridley Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Academy Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 44 Worrell Street | 44 Worrell Street | 3BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Bridgewater Apartments | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Balcony | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| Green Forest Apartments | 1 Bedroom w/Den (Renov) | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Brian Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Haven Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom Deluxe | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Walnut Chestnut Apartments | The Dove | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| The Northview | 307 | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| Wallingford Estates | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Ridley Brook Apartments | Ashworth | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| The Hub at Widener | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.93 |
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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 $1,223 at Green Forest Apartments.
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 $1,250 at Haven Park Apartments.
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