
Cheap Apartments for Rent in West Chester, PA from $800 (54 Rentals)
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137 E Miner St

Ridgewood Apartments

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Brandywine Garden Apartments

235 E Market St

Golf Club Apartments

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Audubon Pointe

Bradford Hall

Waverly Apartments

Cambridge Hall Apartments
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Town's Edge Apartments

120 E Chestnut St

Waterview Apartment Homes

Racquet Club

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Goshen Manor

The Metropolitan East Goshen

123 Hemlock Aly

Metropolitan West Chester

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Beckon Collective

Wyntre Brooke Apartments
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New Kent Apartments

Sharples Works

Metropolitan West Goshen

Metropolitan Highgate

3303 Valley Dr

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Goshen Terrace

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Audubon Manor

Treetops at ChesterHollow

The Gateway

The Point at West Chester
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Village at Windermere Apartments

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Market Street Flats

Corner Park Apartments

321 W Biddle St, Unit 2, Unit 2

138 W Market St

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Heather Glen

Jefferson at Westtown

Willow Bend Townhomes

100 Willow Bnd Ct

Spring House at Brandywine
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Mary Taylor House - A 62 & Older Community

2 - 4 S Brandywine St

Manor Crossing

Victorian Manor

The Greentree Building

518 W Biddle St

Hollow Run Apartments

Chestnut Street Lofts

2402 Pond View Dr

Harrison Hill 55+ Apartment Community
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West Chester, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Chester?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap West Chester Studio Apartments | $1,545 | $980 | $1,932 |
| Cheap West Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,955 | $1,400 | $3,589 |
| Cheap West Chester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,357 | $1,575 | $4,844 |
| Cheap West Chester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,048 | $1,950 | $6,091 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in West Chester, PA
Pricing Updated: 04/27/2026Current apartment rentals in the West Chester, 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 West Chester Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside at Chadds Ford - Estates | $3,020 | $1,440 | 13 |
Cheapest Available West Chester Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in West Chester, PA is a Studio unit found at Brandywine Garden Apartments priced from $1,350. Golf Club Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,550. Here is today’s list of the most affordable West Chester apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brandywine Garden Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Golf Club Apartments | Ashworth | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Goshen Manor | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,672 |
| Waterview Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 690 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,690 |
| Metropolitan West Chester | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,715 |
| Beckon Collective | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,731 |
| Wyntre Brooke Apartments | One Bedroom Upper | 1BR,1BA | $1,747 |
| Rose Hill Apartments | 2 Beds/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| New Kent Apartments | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1,761 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Chester, PA
As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Chester area is the $2.13 price per square foot 201 W Barnard St Model at 201 W Barnard St, Unit 2 in the starting from $3,195. The second greatest value West Chester apartment is the Goshen Townhome | 3 Bedrooms, 1.5 Baths Model at Metropolitan West Goshen starting at $2,425 with a $2.02 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for West Chester apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 201 W Barnard St, Unit 2 | 201 W Barnard St | 3BR,2BA | $2.13 |
| Metropolitan West Goshen | Goshen Townhome | 3 Bedrooms, 1.5 Baths | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.02 |
| The Metropolitan East Goshen | 2BR | 2BR,2BA | $2.14 |
| Metropolitan Estates East Goshen | 2BR | 2BR,2BA | $2.14 |
| Village at Windermere Apartments | B1 FR | 2BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Rose Hill Apartments | 2 Beds/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Heather Glen | 2 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| 321 W Biddle St, Unit 2 | 321 W Biddle St | 3BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| Willow Bend Townhomes | WB- 2BD/1BA Fully Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Metropolitan Highgate | 2BRSM | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.18 |
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West Chester Overview
A borough of Chester County in the great state of Pennsylvania, West Chester is a quaint and welcoming locale. Home to just under 20,000 residents, this charming and historic destination makes an excellent option for anyone considering a move to the east coast.
Why live in West Chester, PA?
Brimming with cultural destinations and a youthful ambiance thanks to the popular local university, apartments for rent in West Chester cater to a wide array of lifestyles and budgets. From historic streets lined with structures of old to luxurious, state-of-the-art hotels and eateries, this charming Pennsylvania locale seemingly has it all.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Chester Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in West Chester?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Chester is under $1,761.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Chester?
The cheapest apartment in West Chester is Brandywine Garden Apartments which is listed at $1,400, while the average apartment in West Chester costs $3,020.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Chester?
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 6 regular apartments in West Chester 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 West Chester?
Cheap apartments in West Chester have an average cost of $636 which is $2,384 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Chester.
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