
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chestnut Hill Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $700 (49 Rentals)
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Wadsworth Manor

412 E Walnut Ln

Gardens of Mt. Airy

The Ridge Apartments

6300 Carnation St

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Pelham Court Apartments

6760 Blakemore St

6339 Carnation St
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21 W Abington Ave

Summit Park

Cliveden Court

Cliveden Apartments

1009 E Cliveden St

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Chestnut Hill Tower

6318 Magnolia St

45 E Cliveden St

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Franklin Villa

144 W Allens Ln

6329 Carnation St

262 E Cliveden St

615 Vernon Rd

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24 E Mt Pleasant Ave

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1622 Murdoch Rd

Vernon Hall

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The Royce

Sprague Court Apartments

6300-6342 Carnation St

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Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chestnut Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chestnut Hill Studio Apartments | $1,333 | $995 | $1,562 |
| Chestnut Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,557 | $995 | $3,060 |
| Chestnut Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,938 | $1,295 | $3,500 |
| Chestnut Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,472 | $1,845 | $4,320 |
| Chestnut Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,500 | $3,500 | $3,500 |
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There are currently 49 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Chestnut Hill Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA.
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Cheapest Available Chestnut Hill Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Chestnut Hill area of Philadelphia, PA is a Studio unit found at Stenton Apartments priced from $850. New Covenant Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $976. Here are the most affordable Chestnut Hill apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stenton Apartments | Studio | 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| New Covenant Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $976 |
| Cedar Square Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Wadsworth Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Gardens of Mt. Airy | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,048 |
| The Ridge Apartments | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,115 |
| Cliveden Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Chestnut Hill Tower | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,261 |
| Rose Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Franklin Villa | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chestnut Hill, PA
As of February 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chestnut Hill area is the $1.56 price per square foot The Hazel Model at Henry on the Park Apartments in the in the Chestnut Hill neighborhood starting from $1,799. The second greatest value Chestnut Hill apartment is the 1 Bedroom w/ Den Model at The Glen at Shawmont Station starting at $1,725 with a $1.65 price per square foot in the Chestnut Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chestnut Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Henry on the Park Apartments | The Hazel | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| The Glen at Shawmont Station | 1 Bedroom w/ Den | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| 6643 Chew Ave, Unit 2nd Floor Apt. | 6643 Chew Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| 332 West Hortter Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Cliveden Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Franklin Villa | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| 257 E Cliveden St, Unit 2 | 257 E Cliveden St | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Mt. Airy Manor | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Wadsworth Manor | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| New Covenant Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
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Best Local Schools in Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia, PA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chestnut Hill Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Chestnut Hill?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Chestnut Hill is under $1,295.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Chestnut Hill?
The cheapest apartment in Chestnut Hill is New Covenant Manor which is listed at $976, while the average apartment in Chestnut Hill costs $3,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Chestnut Hill?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 28 regular apartments in Chestnut Hill that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Chestnut Hill?
Cheap apartments in Chestnut Hill have an average cost of $347 which is $3,153 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Chestnut Hill.
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