
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Downingtown, PA from $1,000 (18 Rentals)
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River Station

The Point at Downingtown
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The Manor at Downingtown

The Preserve at Milltown Apartment Homes

305 W Uwchlan Ave, Unit Lot 79
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Downingtown, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downingtown?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downingtown Studio Apartments | $1,928 | $1,745 | $2,113 |
Downingtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,947 | $1,400 | $2,280 |
Downingtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,451 | $1,500 | $2,936 |
Downingtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,156 | $2,290 | $3,872 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Downingtown, PA
Pricing Updated: 09/19/2025Current apartment rentals in the Downingtown, PA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Downingtown Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Applecross Country Club | $3,337 | $1,351 | 75 |
Sawmill Estates at West Bradford | $3,355 | $1,400 | 95 |
Traditions at Applecross | $3,355 | $1,400 | 75 |
Cheapest Available Downingtown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Downingtown, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Colonial Apartments in the Sawmill Estates at West Bradford neighborhood priced from $1,400. Norwood House Apartments in the Sawmill Estates at West Bradford neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,497. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Downingtown apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Colonial Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Norwood House Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,497 |
Whiteland Ave Apartments | 2 Bed Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,600 |
The Preserve at Milltown Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 750 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,645 |
Black Hawk Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,647 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downingtown, PA
As of September 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downingtown area is the $2.29 price per square foot Chestnut Model at River Station in the in the Sawmill Estates at West Bradford neighborhood starting from $2,715. The second greatest value Downingtown apartment is the 2 Bed Apartment Model at Whiteland Ave Apartments starting at $1,600 with a $1.83 price per square foot in the Sawmill Estates at West Bradford neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downingtown apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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River Station | Chestnut | 2BR,2BA | $2.29 |
Whiteland Ave Apartments | 2 Bed Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
Norwood House Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
The Manor at Downingtown | A2 - Classic | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
Black Hawk Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
MI Place at Downingtown | The Phoenixville | 1BR,1BA | $2.52 |
The Preserve at Milltown Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 750 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
The Point at Downingtown | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
Colonial Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
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Best Local Schools in Downingtown, PA
Bradford Hgts Elementary School
Downingtown Stem Academy
Downington Middle School
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Getting Around Downingtown, PA
Walk Score®
41 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
34 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downingtown Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downingtown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downingtown Apartment is $1,400 at Colonial Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downingtown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downingtown is starting from $1,600 at Whiteland Ave Apartments.
What is the most affordable Downingtown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downingtown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at MI Place at Downingtown and starts from $2,865.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

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