Cheap Apartments for Rent in West Chester, PA from $800 (28 Rentals)

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Manor Crossing
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Manor Crossing

700 E Marshall StWest Chester, PA 19380
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Victorian Manor
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Victorian Manor

413 W Miner StWest Chester, PA 19382
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Hollow Run Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hollow Run Apartments

72 Hollow Run LnWest Chester, PA 19380
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518 W Biddle St
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

518 W Biddle St

518 W Biddle StWest Chester, PA 19380
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Willow Bend
2 Bedroom Apartments

Willow Bend

100 Fairview DrWest Chester, PA 19382

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West Chester, PA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in West Chester, PA

Pricing Updated: 12/20/2025

Current 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:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Riverside at Chadds Ford - Estates$2,900$2,3003

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 $1,285. Waterview Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,425. Here is today’s list of the most affordable West Chester apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Brandywine Garden ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,285
Waterview Apartment HomesStudio - 310 sqftStudio,1BA$1,425
Bradford Hall1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,425
Waverly Apartments1BRR Plank1BR,1BA$1,430
Cambridge Hall ApartmentsThe Carrick1BR,1BA$1,440
Metropolitan Highgate1BR1BR,1BA$1,495
Golf Club ApartmentsAshworth1BR,1BA$1,500
Audubon Pointe1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,529
Village at Windermere ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$1,575

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Chester, PA

As of December 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Chester area is the $1.39 price per square foot 208 N Penn St Model at 208 N Penn St, Unit 1 in the starting from $2,500. The second greatest value West Chester apartment is the Condo - 2 BR Model at Rose Hill Apartments starting at $2,200 with a $1.83 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for West Chester apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
208 N Penn St, Unit 1208 N Penn St2BR,2BA$1.39
Rose Hill ApartmentsCondo - 2 BR2BR,2BA$1.83
113 Dean St, Unit 2113 Dean St3BR,1BA$1.75
Metropolitan East Goshen Estates2BR2BR,2BA$1.96
Market Street Flats2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$2.03
Metropolitan West GoshenBrandywine Premier Townhome | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$2.10
Heather Glen2 Bedroom/1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.84
321 W Biddle St, Unit 2321 W Biddle St3BR,1BA$1.95
Audubon Manor2 Bedroom/1 Bathroom Deluxe2BR,1BA$2.01
Metropolitan Highgate1BR1BR,1BA$2.08

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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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Getting Around West Chester, PA

Walk Score®

56 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

37 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Chester Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Chester?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Chester is at Brandywine Garden Apartments listed at $1,285.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Chester Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Chester Apartment is $1,400 at Brandywine Garden Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Chester Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Chester is starting from $1,585 at Brandywine Garden Apartments.

What is the most affordable West Chester Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap West Chester Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Village at Windermere Apartments and starts from $2,200.

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