
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chester, PA (71 Rentals)


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Chester, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chester?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Chester Studio Apartments | $922 | $725 | $1,150 |
Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,263 | $882 | $1,580 |
Chester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,403 | $950 | $1,950 |
Chester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,630 | $938 | $2,350 |
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Largest Available Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Chester, PA is found at 750 Putnam Blvd in the Traditions at Ridley Creek neighborhood and is 889 square feet priced from $1,000. Green Forest Apartments has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 850 square feet and currently listed start at $1,160. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Chester:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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750 Putnam Blvd | one bedroom | 889 Sq Ft | $1,000 |
Green Forest Apartments | 1 Bed | 850 Sq Ft | $1,160 |
Walnut Chestnut Apartments | The Dove | 800 Sq Ft | $1,195 |
Wallingford Estates | 1 Bed, 1 Bath Renovated | 795 Sq Ft | $1,185 |
Stone Hill Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | Renovated | 675 Sq Ft | $1,505 |
Ridley Brook Apartments | Ashworth | 650 Sq Ft | $1,335 |
Renshaw Apartments | 1 Bed x 1 Bath | 600 Sq Ft | $1,070 |
Ridley Creek Views Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 0 Sq Ft | $1,050 |
Cheapest Available Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of July 30, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Chester, PA is the one bedroom Model starting from $1,000 at 750 Putnam Blvd in the Traditions at Ridley Creek neighborhood. The second most affordable Chester 1 Bedroom is the 1BR/1.0BA Model at Ridley Creek Views Apartments starting at $1,050 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Chester is currently $1,263. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Chester:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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750 Putnam Blvd | one bedroom | $1,000 |
Ridley Creek Views Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,050 |
Renshaw Apartments | 1 Bed x 1 Bath | $1,070 |
Green Forest Apartments | 1 Bed | $1,160 |
Wallingford Estates | 1 Bed, 1 Bath Renovated | $1,185 |
Walnut Chestnut Apartments | The Dove | $1,195 |
Ridley Brook Apartments | Ascott | $1,260 |
Stone Hill Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | Classic | $1,505 |
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Getting Around Chester, PA
Walk Score®
59 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
53 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
42 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Chester Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Chester with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Chester is at 750 Putnam Blvd listed at $1,000.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Chester Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Chester is $1,263.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Chester Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Chester is a 889 square feet unit starting from $1,000 at 750 Putnam Blvd.
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