Median Age
42 Years
Largest Age Group
45-54 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
26%
Over 65
15%
Chester Springs, PA
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,951
Population
17,160
Renter Mix
12% Rent
A tranquil community in Chester County
Suburban
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Peaceful
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Idyllic
Situated about 30 miles northwest of Philadelphia in Chester County, Chester Springs is a tranquil suburb teeming with natural beauty and a rich history. Rows of upscale homes sit between lush trees in Chester Springs, providing locals with a sense of privacy and peace.
Chester Springs is home to the Historic Yellow Springs, a quaint village that serves as a living testament to more than 275 years of American history with numerous art displays, historic buildings, and a farm. Valley Forge National Historical Park is also just a short drive away from Chester Springs.
Recreational opportunities abound at several nearby parks, including Exton Park and Marsh Creek State Park, among many others. In addition to a laidback way of life, Chester Springs residents enjoy easy access to I-76, which connects them to a bevy of modern delights in King of Prussia as well as Center City Philadelphia.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$185,475
Average: $203,533
Education
9,305
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
9,652
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Chester Springs has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
12%
Non-Renters
88%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
51%
Other Education
49%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Chester Springs, PA is $1,943 for one bedroom, $2,302 for two bedrooms, and $3,418 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Chester Springs has increased by 1.9% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,943/month
804 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,809/month
1,539 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Chester Springs, PA is for everyday living.
Not Walkable
Walkability
10
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
458 Students
Public
Grades K-5
578 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Binky Lee Preserve
- Welkinweir Gardens
- Great Valley Nature Center
- Marsh Creek State Park
- Warwick County Park
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Philadelphia International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.