
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chester, PA (91 Rentals)


Walnut Chestnut Apartments

Wallingford Estates

Renshaw Apartments

Upland Flats at Widener

The Hub at Widener

Jefferis Square

336 W 8th St

24 E 18th St

428 Penn St
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2119-2121 W 3rd St

Daniel Scott Commons

1231 Clover Ln

724 W 3rd St

1111-1117 Pine Ln

City Hall Suites

Chestnut Ridge Senior Residences

1215-1217 W 3rd St

Penn Street Apartment

221 W 24TH St
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1102-1110 Pine Ln

816-818 W 8th St

43 E 23rd St

423 Concord Ave

Wetherill Apartments

515-517 W 7th St

1407 Washington Ave

316 19th St

2720 W 3rd St

Edgemont Park Apartments
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Birchwood at Pentecostal (55+ Community)

Ventura Apartments

Keystone Apartments

Keystone Apartments

Episcopal Place at Park Row

Donna Jonnell Court

Palmerhouse

900-920 Booth St

Robert H. Stinson Towers

The Colony
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Chatham Estates

Wellington Ridge

The Mill Race Apartments

Penn Street Apartments

Bridgewater Apartments

Ridley Brook Apartments

Stone Hill Apartments

The Northview

33 W Chester Pike, Unit B-10

280 Bridgewater Rd
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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 | $1,025 | $895 | $1,156 |
Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,302 | $882 | $1,705 |
| Chester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,503 | $1,048 | $2,000 |
| Chester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,432 | $938 | $1,750 |
| Chester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,100 | $2,100 | $2,100 |
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Largest Available Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Chester, PA is found at Green Forest Apartments in the Traditions at Ridley Creek neighborhood and is 850 square feet priced from $1,236. Wallingford Estates has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 795 square feet and currently listed start at $1,243. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Chester:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Green Forest Apartments | 1 Bedroom w/Den (Renov) | 850 Sq Ft | $1,236 |
| Wallingford Estates | 1 Bed, 1 Bath Renovated | 795 Sq Ft | $1,243 |
| Stone Hill Apartments | 1 Bed - 1 Bath DLX PR + Porch | 675 Sq Ft | $1,520 |
| Ridley Brook Apartments | Ashworth | 650 Sq Ft | $1,415 |
| Renshaw Apartments | 1 Bed x 1 Bath | 600 Sq Ft | $1,155 |
Cheapest Available Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of June 11, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Chester, PA is the 1 Bed x 1 Bath Model starting from $1,155 at Renshaw Apartments in the Jackville neighborhood. The second most affordable Chester 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom w/Den Model at Green Forest Apartments starting at $1,236 in the Traditions at Ridley Creek neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Chester is currently $1,302. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Chester:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Renshaw Apartments | 1 Bed x 1 Bath | $1,155 |
| Green Forest Apartments | 1 Bedroom w/Den | $1,236 |
| Wallingford Estates | 1 Bed, 1 Bath Renovated | $1,243 |
| Ridley Brook Apartments | Ashworth | $1,415 |
| Stone Hill Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $1,520 |
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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 $1,302.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Chester Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Chester is a 850 square feet unit starting from $1,236 at Green Forest Apartments.
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