
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Chester Neighborhood of Chester, PA from $600 (16 Rentals)
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Keystone Apartments

607 E 19th St

The Hub at Widener

Jefferis Square
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144 E 21st St
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The Crossings at Elmwood

Brian Court Apartments

1200 E 9th St

Upland Estates
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1200 9th St
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 |
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Downtown Chester Studio Apartments | $962 | $725 | $1,200 |
Downtown Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,219 | $882 | $1,400 |
Downtown Chester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,398 | $1,048 | $1,819 |
Downtown Chester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,630 | $938 | $2,350 |
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There are currently 16 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 Studio unit found at The Crossings at Elmwood priced from $875. Ridley Creek Views Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable Downtown Chester apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Crossings at Elmwood | Studio | Studio,1BA | $875 |
Ridley Creek Views Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Willow Gardens Apartments | 2 Bed x 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,095 |
Penn Street Apartments | Penn Street 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1,189 |
Walnut Chestnut Apartments | The Dove | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Chester, PA
As of July 14, 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 2 Bedroom Model at The Oaks starting at $1,395 with a $1.16 price per square foot in the East Side 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. |
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44 Worrell Street | 44 Worrell Street | 3BR,1BA | $1.35 |
The Oaks | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
The Crossings at Elmwood | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
Willow Gardens Apartments | 2 Bed x 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
Green Forest Apartments | 1 Bedroom w/Den | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
Brian Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
Penn Street Apartments | Penn Street 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
1721 Providence Ave | 1721 Providence Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
Walnut Chestnut Apartments | The Dove | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
Wallingford Estates | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Chester, Chester, PA
Ranked #10
Among neighborhoods in Chester, PA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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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?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Chester Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Chester?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Chester is at The Crossings at Elmwood listed at $875.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Chester Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Chester Apartment is $1,050 at Ridley Creek Views Apartments.
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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