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

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18 W 22nd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

18 W 22nd St

18 W 22nd StChester, PA 19013
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Keystone  Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Keystone Apartments

3300-3306 W 10th StChester, PA 19013
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Keystone Apartments

1029 W 5th StChester, PA 19013
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1200 E 9th St

EddystonePA19022
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Stewart Lane Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Stewart Lane Apartments

200 W Chester PikeRidley Park, PA 19078
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Swarthmore Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Swarthmore Apartments

111 S Chester RdSwarthmore, PA 19081
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Chester, PA Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hillside Manor Apartments2x1 Upstair2BR,1BA$950
The Northview2121BR,1BA$975
Renshaw Apartments1 Bed x 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,040
Wallingford Estates1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,175
Walnut Chestnut ApartmentsThe Dove1BR,1BA$1,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chester, PA

As of November 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chester area is the $1.46 price per square foot 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at Swarthmore in the in the Traditions at Ridley Creek neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Chester apartment is the 44 Worrell Street Model at 44 Worrell Street starting at $1,750 with a $1.35 price per square foot in the Traditions at Ridley Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chester apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Swarthmore3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$1.46
44 Worrell Street44 Worrell Street3BR,1BA$1.35
Bridgewater Apartments2 bd/1 bath No balcony2BR,1BA$1.36
4701 Pennell Rd, Unit E4701 Pennell Rd2BR,1BA$1.79
1521 Upland St, Unit B1521 Upland St1BR,1BA$1.11
Green Forest Apartments1 Bedroom w/Den1BR,1BA$1.45
Walnut Chestnut ApartmentsThe Dove1BR,1BA$1.49
Hillside Manor Apartments2x1 Upstair2BR,1BA$1.19
Wallingford Estates1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.70
Renshaw Apartments1 Bed x 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.73

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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

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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