
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Chester Neighborhood of Chester, PA (58 Rentals)


Walnut Chestnut Apartments

Wallingford Estates

Upland Flats at Widener

The Hub at Widener

Jefferis Square

331 Rose St

519 E 9th St

18 W 22nd St

18 W 22nd St
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18 W 22nd St

515-517 W 7th St

724 W 3rd St

Wetherill Apartments

1407 Washington Ave

43 E 23rd St

423 Concord Ave

City Hall Suites

316 19th St

816-818 W 8th St
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221 W 24TH St

1215-1217 W 3rd St

2119-2121 W 3rd St

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Chestnut Ridge Senior Residences

Daniel Scott Commons

18 W 22nd St

Birchwood at Pentecostal (55+ Community)

Keystone Apartments

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The Mill Race Apartments

Episcopal Place at Park Row

Robert H. Stinson Towers

Chatham Estates

Ridley Creek Views Apartments

Penn Street Apartments

Parkwoode Towers

Brian Court Apartments

The Northview

The Oaks Apartments

108 Chestnut Pkwy, Unit 108BChestnutPkwy

1200 9th St

Trimble Run Condominiums

The Parker Condos

1200-1202 Holland St

401 W Chester Pike

Pine Hill Apartments

1106 Haverford Rd

Pine Hill Apartments
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 | $950 | $750 | $1,150 |
Downtown Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,174 | $882 | $1,400 |
| Downtown Chester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,393 | $1,048 | $1,700 |
| Downtown Chester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,376 | $938 | $1,750 |
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There are currently 58 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
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown Chester area of Philadelphia, PA is found at Walnut Chestnut Apartments and is listed at 1,000 square feet priced from $1,095. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walnut Chestnut Apartments | The Dove | 1,000 Sq Ft | $1,095 |
| Green Forest Apartments | 1 Bedroom w/Den | 850 Sq Ft | $1,240 |
| Wallingford Estates | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 795 Sq Ft | $1,217 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Chester of Philadelphia, PA is the The Dove Model starting from $1,100 at Walnut Chestnut Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Chester is currently $1,174. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Walnut Chestnut Apartments | The Dove | $1,100 |
| Wallingford Estates | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | $1,217 |
| Green Forest Apartments | 1 Bedroom w/Den | $1,280 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Downtown Chester Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown Chester with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Downtown Chester is at Walnut Chestnut Apartments listed at $1,100.
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 $1,174.
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 1,000 square feet unit starting from $1,095 at Walnut Chestnut Apartments.
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