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property at 803 E Street Rd

803 E Street Rd

West ChesterPA19382

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131 Sharpless St

West ChesterPA19382
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West Chester, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in West Chester, PA

Pricing Updated: 07/30/2025

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$3,250$3,0002

Cheapest Available West Chester Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in West Chester, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Golf Club Apartments priced from $1,500. Metropolitan Highgate has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,605. Here is today’s list of the most affordable West Chester apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Golf Club ApartmentsAshworth1BR,1BA$1,500
Metropolitan Highgate1BR1BR,1BA$1,605
Audubon Manor1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,619
Goshen Terrace1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,622
Metropolitan West Chester1BR1BR,1BA$1,640

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Chester, PA

As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Chester area is the $1.96 price per square foot 2BR Model at Metropolitan East Goshen in the starting from $2,195. The second greatest value West Chester apartment is the 2BR Model at Metropolitan East Goshen Estates starting at $2,195 with a $1.96 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.
Metropolitan East Goshen2BR2BR,2BA$1.96
Metropolitan East Goshen Estates2BR2BR,2BA$1.96
Village at Windermere ApartmentsB12BR,1BA$2.01
Heather Glen2 Bedroom/1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.84
Cambridge Hall ApartmentsThe Bedford2BR,2BA$1.85
Rose Hill Apartments1 Bed/1 Bath heat incl1BR,1BA$1.76
Goshen Terrace2 Bedroom/ 2 Bathroom- 9112BR,2BA$2.16
The Point at West ChesterA81BR,1BA$2.23
Metropolitan West Goshen1BED1BR,1BA$2.14
Metropolitan Highgate1BR1BR,1BA$2.23

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Frequently Asked Questions about West Chester

What type of rentals are currently available in West Chester?

There are currently 160 Apartments for Rent in West Chester, PA with pricing that ranges from $1,150 to $7,441. There are also 42 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Chester ranging from $1,650 to $4,950.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West Chester?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Chester ranges from $1,650 to $4,950 with an average monthly rent of $3,140.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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