
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sunnyside Neighborhood of Chester, PA from $700 (24 Rentals)
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Upland Flats at Widener

24 E 18th St

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Wallingford Estates

13 E 21st St

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30 E 23rd St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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118 E 21st St, Unit 1, Unit 1

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201 Gray St, Unit 1st. Floor, Unit 1st. Floor

209 W Parkway Ave

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Ridley Creek Views Apartments

535 Moya St
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608 E 9th St

1127 Walnut St

2013 Edgmont Ave

2527 Edgmont Ave, Unit Rm D1

Upland Estates

2527 Edgmont Ave, Unit Rm D1

608 E 9th St

1912 Ridley Mill Ln
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Sunnyside, Chester, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sunnyside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunnyside Studio Apartments | $1,025 | $895 | $1,156 |
| Sunnyside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,217 | $850 | $1,400 |
| Sunnyside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,409 | $1,048 | $1,700 |
| Sunnyside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,432 | $938 | $1,750 |
| Sunnyside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,400 | $1,400 | $1,400 |
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There are currently 24 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Sunnyside Neighborhood of Chester, PA.
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Cheapest Available Sunnyside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sunnyside area of Philadelphia, PA is a 2 Beds unit found at Ridley Creek Views Apartments priced from $1,050. Wallingford Estates has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,256. Here are the most affordable Sunnyside apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ridley Creek Views Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Wallingford Estates | 1 Bed, 1 Bath Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,256 |
| Green Forest Apartments | 1 Bedroom w/Den (Renov) | 1BR,1BA | $1,333 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunnyside, PA
As of May 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sunnyside area is the $1.08 price per square foot 118 E 21st St Model at 118 E 21st St, Unit 1 in the in the Traditions at Ridley Creek neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Sunnyside apartment is the 44 Worrell Street Model at 44 Worrell Street starting at $1,750 with a $1.35 price per square foot in the Traditions at Ridley Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sunnyside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 118 E 21st St, Unit 1 | 118 E 21st St | 4BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 44 Worrell Street | 44 Worrell Street | 3BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| 30 E 23rd St, Unit 2 | 30 E 23rd St | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Wallingford Estates | 2 Bed, 1 Bath Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Green Forest Apartments | 1 Bedroom w/Den (Renov) | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Ridley Creek Views Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
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Best Local Schools in Sunnyside, Chester, PA
Chester High School - Main Campus
Strath Haven Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sunnyside Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sunnyside Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sunnyside Apartment is $1,256 at Wallingford Estates.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Sunnyside Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Sunnyside is starting from $1,050 at Ridley Creek Views Apartments.
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