Cheap Apartments for Rent in Chester, PA from $600 (18 Rentals)
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Jefferis Square

18 E 21st St

The Hub at Widener

Renshaw Apartments
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Hillside Manor Apartments
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1200 E 9th St

The Northview
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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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Cheap Chester Studio Apartments | $960 | $895 | $1,135 |
Cheap Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,259 | $882 | $1,655 |
Cheap Chester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,385 | $890 | $1,855 |
Cheap Chester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,426 | $938 | $1,750 |
Cheap Chester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,950 | $1,950 | $1,950 |
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Cheapest Available Chester Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Chester, PA is a 2 Beds unit found at Hillside Manor Apartments in the Academy Hill neighborhood priced from $950. The Northview in the Academy Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $975. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chester apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Hillside Manor Apartments | 2x1 Upstair | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
The Northview | 212 | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
Renshaw Apartments | 1 Bed x 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,070 |
Wallingford Estates | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,146 |
Walnut Chestnut Apartments | The Dove | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chester, PA
As of September 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chester 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 Chester apartment is the 4701 Pennell Rd Model at 4701 Pennell Rd, Unit E starting at $1,650 with a $1.79 price per square foot in the Buckman Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chester apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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44 Worrell Street | 44 Worrell Street | 3BR,1BA | $1.35 |
4701 Pennell Rd, Unit E | 4701 Pennell Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
Bridgewater Apartments | 1 bd/1 bath w/ balcony | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
Green Forest Apartments | 1 Bedroom w/Den | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
Walnut Chestnut Apartments | The Dove | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
Hillside Manor Apartments | 2x1 Upstair | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
The Northview | 307 | 2BR,2BA | $1.99 |
Wallingford Estates | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
Renshaw Apartments | 1 Bed x 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
1113 Morton Ave, Unit C | 1113 Morton Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
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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.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chester Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chester Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chester Apartment is $975 at The Northview.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Chester Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Chester is starting from $950 at Hillside Manor Apartments.
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