
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forty Acres Neighborhood of Chester, PA from $600 (15 Rentals)
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Keystone Apartments

The Hub at Widener

Jefferis Square

Renshaw Apartments
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The Crossings at Elmwood

1200 E 9th St

Upland Estates
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1200 9th St
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 |
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Forty Acres Studio Apartments | $915 | $725 | $1,212 |
Forty Acres 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,252 | $882 | $1,595 |
Forty Acres 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,365 | $950 | $1,795 |
Forty Acres 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,630 | $938 | $2,350 |
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There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Forty Acres Neighborhood of Chester, PA.
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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 Studio unit found at The Crossings at Elmwood priced from $875. Renshaw Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $940. Here are the most affordable Forty Acres 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 |
Renshaw Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $940 |
Hillside Manor Apartments | 2x1 Upstair | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
The Hub at Widener | 1 Bedroom with Alcove | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Ridley Creek Views Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forty Acres, PA
As of July 04, 2025 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 Beds, 1 bath Model at The Crossings at Elmwood starting at $1,440 with a $1.56 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. |
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44 Worrell Street | 44 Worrell Street | 3BR,1BA | $1.35 |
The Crossings at Elmwood | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
5 Chestnut St, Unit 2 | 5 Chestnut St | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
Bridgewater Apartments | 1 bd w/ balcony | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
Willow Gardens Apartments | 2 Bed x 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
Green Forest Apartments | 1 Bedroom w/Den | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
Walnut Chestnut Apartments | The Dove | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
Hillside Manor Apartments | 2x1 Upstair | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
Penn Street Apartments | Penn Street 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
1721 Providence Ave | 1721 Providence Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forty Acres Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Forty Acres?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Forty Acres is at The Hub at Widener listed at $850.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Forty Acres Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Forty Acres Apartment is $990 at Renshaw Apartments.
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 $950 at Hillside Manor Apartments.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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