
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chester, PA (86 Rentals)


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Upland Flats at Widener

The Hub at Widener

Jefferis Square

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chester?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chester Studio Apartments | $919 | $750 | $1,135 |
Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,245 | $882 | $1,595 |
| Chester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,434 | $950 | $1,825 |
| Chester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,447 | $938 | $1,900 |
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Largest Available Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Chester, PA is found at Walnut Chestnut Apartments in the Traditions at Ridley Creek neighborhood and is 1,000 square feet priced from $1,100. Green Forest Apartments has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 850 square feet and currently listed start at $1,280. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Chester:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walnut Chestnut Apartments | The Dove | 1,000 Sq Ft | $1,100 |
| Green Forest Apartments | 1 Bedroom w/Den | 850 Sq Ft | $1,280 |
| Wallingford Estates | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 795 Sq Ft | $1,217 |
| Stone Hill Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | Renovated | 675 Sq Ft | $1,495 |
| Ridley Brook Apartments | Ashworth | 650 Sq Ft | $1,365 |
| The Hub at Widener | 1 Bedroom | 649 Sq Ft | $950 |
| Renshaw Apartments | 1 Bed x 1 Bath | 600 Sq Ft | $1,090 |
Cheapest Available Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of January 02, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Chester, PA is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $950 at The Hub at Widener in the Traditions at Ridley Creek neighborhood. The second most affordable Chester 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bed x 1 Bath Model at Renshaw Apartments starting at $1,090 in the Jackville neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Chester is currently $1,245. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Chester:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Hub at Widener | 1 Bedroom | $950 |
| Renshaw Apartments | 1 Bed x 1 Bath | $1,090 |
| Walnut Chestnut Apartments | The Dove | $1,100 |
| Wallingford Estates | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | $1,217 |
| Green Forest Apartments | 1 Bedroom w/Den | $1,280 |
| Ridley Brook Apartments | Ashworth | $1,365 |
| Stone Hill Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | Classic | $1,495 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Chester Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Chester Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Chester is $1,245.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Chester Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Chester is a 1,000 square feet unit starting from $1,100 at Walnut Chestnut Apartments.
What is the average size for Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Chester is currently 1,649 sq ft.
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