
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forty Acres Neighborhood of Chester, PA from $625 (50 Rentals)
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The Hub at Widener

Upland Flats at Widener

116 E 21st St

336 W 8th St

2034 Edgmont Ave

1113 Keystone Rd

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1721 Providence Ave

2106 W 4th St

Renshaw Apartments
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1104 Pine St

908 Keystone Rd

3414 W 10th St

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Walnut Chestnut Apartments

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911 W 8th St, Unit A

2527 Edgmont Ave, Unit D
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30 E 23rd St, Unit 2

Birchwood at Pentecostal (55+ Community)

Edgemont Park Apartments

Liberty Walk Apartments

Keystone Apartments

Keystone Apartments

Ridley Creek Views Apartments

923 Hyatt St

535 Moya St

Penn Street Apartments
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2725 W 3rd St

2717 Bethel Rd

308 Clayton St

2518 Peoples St

1119 Thomas St

2610 W 7th St

153 W 21st St

610 E 9th St

Upland Estates

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2700 Edgmont Ave
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1039 Leiper St

2950 Concord Rd

1204 E 9th St, Unit Apt B

Stone Hill Apartments

The Crossings at Elmwood

The Northview

108 E Chelton Rd

127 9th St

1427 Simpson St

1009 Church St
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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 | $1,052 | $895 | $1,156 |
| Forty Acres 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,248 | $882 | $1,730 |
| Forty Acres 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,505 | $1,048 | $1,880 |
| Forty Acres 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,466 | $938 | $1,750 |
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Cheapest Available Forty Acres Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Forty Acres area of Philadelphia, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Hub at Widener priced from $950. Ridley Creek Views Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,075. Here are the most affordable Forty Acres apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hub at Widener | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Ridley Creek Views Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Renshaw Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,105 |
| Wallingford Estates | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,203 |
| Walnut Chestnut Apartments | The Dove | 1BR,1BA | $1,209 |
| Green Forest Apartments | 1 Bedroom w/Den | 1BR,1BA | $1,236 |
| Haven Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom Deluxe | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forty Acres, PA
As of September 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forty Acres 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 Forty Acres apartment is the 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Balcony Model at Bridgewater Apartments starting at $1,800 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Traditions at Ridley Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forty Acres 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 |
| Bridgewater Apartments | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Balcony | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| 30 E 23rd St, Unit 2 | 30 E 23rd St | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Green Forest Apartments | 1 Bedroom w/Den (Renov) | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Walnut Chestnut Apartments | The Dove | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Haven Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom Deluxe | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| 1721 Providence Ave | 1721 Providence Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| 911 W 8th St, Unit A | 911 W 8th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| 2700 Edgmont Ave | 2700 Edgmont Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| The Hub at Widener | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forty Acres Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Forty Acres Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Forty Acres Apartment is $950 at The Hub at Widener.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Forty Acres Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Forty Acres is starting from $1,236 at The Hub at Widener.
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