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The Hub at Widener
1470 Providence AveChester, PA 19013
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Chester Neighborhood of Chester, PA from $600 (18 Rentals)
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Jefferis Square
1133 Hyatt StChester, PA 19013
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Upland Flats at Widener
1416 Upland StChester, PA 19013
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2721 W 3rd St
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EddystonePA19022
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The Crossings at Elmwood
1400 MacDade BlvdWoodlyn, PA 19094
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Brian Court Apartments
17 W Chester PikeRidley Park, PA 19078
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Upland Estates
3434 Vista LnUpland, PA 19015
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The Northview
1120 Eddystone AveEddystone, PA 19022
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Downtown Chester, Chester, PA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Chester?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Chester Studio Apartments | $918 | $750 | $1,135 |
| Downtown Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,173 | $882 | $1,400 |
| Downtown Chester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,454 | $1,048 | $1,700 |
| Downtown Chester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,486 | $938 | $1,750 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Chester Neighborhood of Chester, PA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Chester Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Chester area of Philadelphia, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Northview priced from $975. Willow Gardens Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,095. Here are the most affordable Downtown Chester apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Northview | 212 | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Willow Gardens Apartments | 2 Bed x 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Wallingford Estates | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,187 |
| Walnut Chestnut Apartments | The Dove | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Brian Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Chester, PA
As of November 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown 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 Downtown Chester apartment is the 1521 Upland St Model at 1521 Upland St, Unit B starting at $1,000 with a $1.11 price per square foot in the Traditions at Ridley Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Chester apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 44 Worrell Street | 44 Worrell Street | 3BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| 1521 Upland St, Unit B | 1521 Upland St | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Willow Gardens Apartments | 2 Bed x 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Green Forest Apartments | 1 Bedroom w/Den | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Brian Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Walnut Chestnut Apartments | The Dove | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| The Oaks Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath - Oaks | 2BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| The Northview | 307 | 2BR,2BA | $1.99 |
| Wallingford Estates | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| 2 S Swarthmore Ave, Unit B8 | 2 S Swarthmore Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
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ApartmentHomeLiving.com is happy to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Pennsylvania including Downtown Chester, Chester, and the greater Philadelphia area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for easy access to the parks, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the Downtown Chester Neighborhood in Chester, PA
Walk Score®
77 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
54 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
52 / 100
Good Transit
Many 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 Downtown Chester Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Chester Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Chester Apartment is $975 at The Northview.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Chester Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Chester is starting from $1,095 at Willow Gardens Apartments.
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