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1470 Providence AveChester, PA 19013
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1416 Upland StChester, PA 19013
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1721 Providence AveChester, PA 19013
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314 E 24th StChester, PA 19013
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548-1100 Dorian DrChester, PA 19013
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2701 Madison StChester, PA 19013
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322 E 23rd StChester, PA 19013
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348 Taylor Terrace
ChesterPA19013
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325 Pusey StChester, PA 19013
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18 W 22nd StChester, PA 19013
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500 E 24th StChester, PA 19013
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17 W Chester PikeRidley Park, PA 19078
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3 N Swarthmore AveRidley Park, PA 19078
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2700 Edgmont AveBrookhaven, PA 19015
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2 S Swarthmore AveRidley Park, PA 19078
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204 E Chester PikeRidley Park, PA 19078
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1204 E 9th StEddystone, PA 19022
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1 Stoneybrook LnRidley Park, PA 19078
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5 W Chester PikeRidley Park, PA 19078
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200 W Chester PikeRidley Park, PA 19078
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1400 MacDade BlvdWoodlyn, PA 19094
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1120 Eddystone AveEddystone, PA 19022
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2 W Chester PikeRidley Park, PA 19078
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201-203 W Chester PikeRidley Park, PA 19078
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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 |
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| Downtown Chester Studio Apartments | $1,045 | $885 | $1,200 |
| Downtown Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,223 | $882 | $1,600 |
| Downtown Chester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,439 | $1,048 | $1,700 |
| Downtown Chester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,432 | $938 | $1,750 |
| Downtown Chester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,800 | $1,800 | $1,800 |
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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 Hub at Widener priced from $885. Wallingford Estates has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,190. 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 Hub at Widener | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $885 |
| Wallingford Estates | 1 Bed, 1 Bath Renovated | 1BR, 1BA | $1,190 |
| Walnut Chestnut Apartments | The Dove | 1BR, 1BA | $1,190 |
| 2 S Swarthmore Ave | A1 | 1BR, 1BA | $1,200 |
| Green Forest Apartments | 1 Bedroom w/Den | 1BR, 1BA | $1,223 |
| Parkwoode II | One Bedroom fully renovated | 1BR, 1BA | $1,300 |
| Brian Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Chester, PA
As of September 25, 2026 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 Traditions at Ridley Creek neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Downtown Chester apartment is the 1 Bedroom w/Den Model at Green Forest Apartments in the Traditions at Ridley Creek neighborhood starting at $1,223 with a $1.44 price per square foot. 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 |
| Green Forest Apartments | 1 Bedroom w/Den | 1BR, 1BA | $1.44 |
| Brian Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1.68 |
| Walnut Chestnut Apartments | The Dove | 1BR, 1BA | $1.49 |
| 1721 Providence Ave | 1721 Providence Ave | 1BR, 1BA | $1.31 |
| Wallingford Estates | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1.76 |
| Parkwoode II | One Bedroom fully renovated | 1BR, 1BA | $2.00 |
| 2 S Swarthmore Ave | A1 | 1BR, 1BA | $1.99 |
| 3 N Swarthmore Ave, Unit D | 3 N Swarthmore Ave | Studio, 1BA | $2.00 |
| The Hub at Widener | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $2.03 |
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The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Chester Apartment is $1,190 at Wallingford Estates.
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Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Chester is starting from $1,236 at The Hub at Widener.
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