
Apartments for Rent in the Forty Acres Neighborhood of Chester, PA (128 Rentals)


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2219 Madison St
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911 W 8th St, Unit A

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1132 W 8th St, Unit 1st Floor Rear

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30 E 23rd St, Unit 2

44 Worrell Street

400 E 19th St, Unit 1

917 Pennell St

2621 Price St

112 W 21st St

1414 Willison St

1110 Morton Ave
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3003 W 11th St

113 Booth St

206 W Parkway Ave

2527 Edgmont Ave

336 W 8th St

116 E 21st St

507 Norris St

2106 W 4th St

3704 Sophia Ln

2518 Peoples St
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2610 W 7th St

2717 Bethel Rd

2725 W 3rd St

1224 Clover Ln

535 Moya St

308 Clayton St

610 E 9th St

1110 Morton Ave

923 Hyatt St

930 McDowell Ave
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726 E 18th St

1118 Brown St

1124 Thomas St

1119 Thomas St

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2700 Edgmont Ave

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19 Beechwood Rd, Unit APT 1
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Forty Acres, Chester, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Forty Acres?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forty Acres Studio Apartments | $1,002 | $875 | $1,156 |
| Forty Acres 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,265 | $882 | $1,730 |
| Forty Acres 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,512 | $900 | $1,880 |
| Forty Acres 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,605 | $938 | $2,300 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Forty Acres?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $1,357 | $1,100 | $1,600 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $1,689 | $1,200 | $2,850 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $1,765 | $1,325 | $2,000 |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $1,800 | $1,800 | $1,800 |
| 6 Bedroom Homes | $11,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleForty Acres, Chester, PA
Ranked #6
Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Forty Acres, Chester, PA
Chester Upland School Of Arts
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team of engineers and researchers is proud to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Southwestern Philadelphia, PA. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best outdoor access, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Luxury Living Rating
Forty Acres ranks as one of our favorite luxury communities in town, with a score of 3.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like shared social spaces, lounges, pools, concierge services, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Luxury neighborhoods also often offer hardwood floors and fireplaces, tennis courts, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.
Pet Friendly Rating
Does your family raise dogs or cats? this area is known as one of the finest submarkets for renting with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Forty Acres
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Forty Acres area of Chester, PA?
As of today, August 19, 2026, there are currently 128 available Forty Acres apartments priced from $875 to $2,300, with an average monthly rent of $1,386.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Forty Acres Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Forty Acres ranges from $882 to $1,730 with an average monthly rent of $1,265.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Forty Acres cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Forty Acres range from $900 to $1,880. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,512.
How expensive are Forty Acres Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 15 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Forty Acres on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $938 to $2,300 - averaging $1,605 for the location.
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