
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Chester Neighborhood of Chester, PA (64 Rentals)


Wallingford Estates

Walnut Chestnut Apartments

Upland Flats at Widener

The Hub at Widener

Jefferis Square

905 W 9th St, Unit B, Unit B

210 W 5th St, Unit apt 1a

210 W 5th St, Unit apt 1a

1111 Morton Ave, Unit B
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24 E 18th St

523 Concord Ave

1215-1217 W 3rd St

724 W 3rd St

Wetherill Apartments

1407 Washington Ave

43 E 23rd St

423 Concord Ave

City Hall Suites

316 19th St
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816-818 W 8th St

221 W 24TH St

2119-2121 W 3rd St

Penn Street Apartment

Daniel Scott Commons

Chestnut Ridge Senior Residences

515-517 W 7th St

Edgemont Park Apartments

Birchwood at Pentecostal (55+ Community)

Ventura Apartments
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Keystone Apartments

Palmerhouse

The Mill Race Apartments

Episcopal Place at Park Row

Robert H. Stinson Towers

Chatham Estates

The Colony

Penn Street Apartments

Parkwoode II

Parkwoode Towers
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Brian Court Apartments

The Northview

The Oaks Apartments

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758 Ashland Ave, Unit Ashland Avenue, Unit Ashland Avenue

33 W Chester Pike, Unit B-10, Unit B-10

2527 Edgmont Ave, Unit UNIT D1-D2

2527 Edgmont Ave, Unit UNIT D1-D2

519 E 9th St

1200 9th St

Trimble Run Condominiums
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Downtown Chester, Chester, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Chester?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Chester Studio Apartments | $1,047 | $895 | $1,200 |
Downtown Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,268 | $850 | $1,950 |
| Downtown Chester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,413 | $1,048 | $1,800 |
| Downtown Chester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,419 | $938 | $1,750 |
| Downtown Chester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,100 | $2,100 | $2,100 |
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There are currently 64 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Chester Neighborhood of Chester, PA.
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Largest Available Downtown Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkwoode II | High End New Construction Large One Bedroom wit... | 990 Sq Ft | $1,950 |
| Green Forest Apartments | 1 Bedroom w/Den (Renov) | 850 Sq Ft | $1,266 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Green Forest Apartments | 1 Bedroom w/Den (Renov) | $1,266 |
| Parkwoode II | One Bedroom fully renovated | $1,300 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Chester, Chester, PA
Ranked #10
Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Downtown Chester Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downtown Chester Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Chester is $1,268.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Downtown Chester Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Chester is a 990 square feet unit starting from $1,950 at Parkwoode II.
What is the average size for Downtown Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Downtown Chester is currently 600 sq ft.
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