
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chestnut Hill Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $700 (39 Rentals)
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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 | $1,373 | $975 | $1,750 |
| Chestnut Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,563 | $950 | $2,790 |
| Chestnut Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,965 | $1,250 | $3,600 |
| Chestnut Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,384 | $1,750 | $3,870 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 39 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 $955. Cedar Square Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $995. 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 | $955 |
| Cedar Square Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Wadsworth Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Gardens of Mt. Airy | 1 Bedroom Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Ridge Carlton Apartments | One Bedroom Junior | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| McCallum Apartments | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,215 |
| Bickham's Lane | X10 | Studio,1BA | $1,225 |
| Henry on the Park Apartments | The Elm | Studio,1BA | $1,249 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chestnut Hill, PA
As of November 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chestnut Hill area is the $1.80 price per square foot 2 Bed | 2.5 Bath | Townhome Model at Lolas Place in the in the Chestnut Hill neighborhood starting from $2,599. The second greatest value Chestnut Hill apartment is the 8027 Rodney St Model at 8027 Rodney St, Unit 8027 Rodney street starting at $1,499 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the Cedarbrook 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lolas Place | 2 Bed | 2.5 Bath | Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.80 |
| 8027 Rodney St, Unit 8027 Rodney street | 8027 Rodney St | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| 7001 Germantown Ave, Unit 2nd Floor | 7001 Germantown Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Colonial Village Townhomes | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.86 |
| Pelham Park | 1 BR D Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Mt. Airy Manor | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Wadsworth Manor | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| 1621 Murdoch Rd, Unit 1 | 1621 Murdoch Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| 7124 Germantown Ave, Unit 3 | 7124 Germantown Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| McCallum Apartments | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleChestnut Hill, Philadelphia, PA
Ranked #48
Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia, PA
Henry H. Houston Elementary School
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the Chestnut Hill Neighborhood in Philadelphia, PA
Walk Score®
84 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
52 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
51 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $1,249.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Chestnut Hill?
The cheapest apartment in Chestnut Hill is Wadsworth Manor which is listed at $995, while the average apartment in Chestnut Hill costs $1,999.
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 41 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 $311 which is $1,688 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Chestnut Hill.
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