Apartments for Rent in Chester PA
143 Rentals Available
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Chester Market Snapshot
Average 1-Bedroom Rent is $1,145/mo
Up 1% From Last Year
View More Chester Rent Insights -
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Showing 40 of 52 Results - Page 1 of 2
Explore Rent Prices Near Chester, PA
Chester, PA’s average rent price is $1,118 per month. Compare rent prices and available listings in nearby cities to find better value or more options that fit your budget.
| Average Rent | |
|---|---|
| Brookhaven | $1,500 |
| Boothwyn | $1,520 |
| Ridley Park | $1,364 |
Average Monthly Rent is calculated using the average rent of active one-bedroom apartment listings.
Chester, PA Apartments for Rent
Chester sits on the western bank of the Delaware River, just 15 miles south of Philadelphia, with a history stretching back to William Penn’s first landing in Pennsylvania in 1682. That deep-rooted past gives the city a grounded character unique to the region. Widener University anchors the eastern end of town, adding academic energy, while Subaru Park draws crowds as home to Philadelphia Union soccer and a venue for concerts and events year-round.
Day-to-day life here has an accessible, no-frills rhythm. Bus lines cover most of the city, and commuter rail connects Chester to Philadelphia International Airport and surrounding communities. Whether heading into Philadelphia for work or staying local, getting around is straightforward. Shopping, dining, and riverfront green spaces round out downtime options.
The rental market offers solid variety, from traditional row homes and townhouses to apartment communities with studios through three-bedroom floor plans. Average rents range from $971 for studios to $1,167 for three-bedrooms, making Chester attractive for renters seeking metro corridor accessibility without steep price tags.
Chester, PA Rental Insights
-
The average rent in Chester, PA is $1,145 per month. By comparison, renters across the U.S. pay an average of $1,639, which means housing in Chester, PA is slightly less expensive than much of the country.
-
You can find flexible rentals in Chester, PA by exploring short-term rentals for temporary stays or browsing furnished apartments for move-in ready options that save time and hassle.
-
Tour apartments from your couch with Matterport 3D Tours. We have 143 Chester apartments with virtual tours available. Walk through the apartment, view room layouts and get a feel for the space before an in-person tour.
-
Chester, PA has limited transit options. A car is recommended for most errands and commutes.
-
Students renting in Chester, PA have access to Widener University, Swarthmore College, Neumann University, and Delaware County Comm. Coll..