Green Forest Apartments
314 E 24th St,
Chester, PA 19013
$1,156 - $1,572
Studio - 3 Beds
Widener University
Chester, PA
Widener University - Chester, PA Area Guide
Become a part of the Pride in your blue and gold
Widener
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Private
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Welcoming
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Engaging
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Military-Friendly
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Founded in 1821, Widener University is home to a close knit community of top-notch teachers, nationally renowned researchers, and diverse students passionate about learning, leadership, and making a difference. Widener offers more than 60 degree options at the associate, baccalaureate, master, and doctoral levels in a learning environment where curricula are connected to societal issues through civic engagement. Experiential learning in small classes, leadership development, and career preparation are top values at Widener. Located about 30 minutes outside of Philadelphia, Chester is convenient to an array of townhomes, houses, and apartments available for rent. Expand your housing search to include the neighboring areas of Eddystone and Brookhaven for even more rental options. Proximity to I-95 and the 476 as well as the nearby Eddystone SEPTA Station makes commuting and traveling from Widener’s campus simple. More than 80 student clubs and organizations, 22 NCAA Division III sports teams, and over 300 annual activities and events contribute to the vibrant campus atmosphere at Widener. Campus also houses an art gallery, museum, and observatory. Chester is just a two-hour drive from New York City and a three-hour drive from DC.
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Chester, PA is $967 for a studio, $1,150 for one bedroom, $1,142 for two bedrooms, and $1,171 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Chester has increased by 0.5% in the past year.
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Studio
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486 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$967/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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732 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,150/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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822 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,142/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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219 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,171/month
Average Rent
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Widener University - Chester, PA (University) is for everyday living.
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60
/ 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
40
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
Daily Essentials
Widener University - Chester, PA (University) offers all daily essentials, but they’re limited to a few main areas.
Supermarket Within a 10 Minute Walk
Groceries
80
/ 100
Fair Restaurant Variety Nearby
Restaurants
50
/ 100
Good Café Variety Nearby
Cafes
60
/ 100
Fair Variety of Shops Nearby
Shopping
40
/ 100
Recreation
Recreation options in Widener University - Chester, PA (University) are limited, so staying active may require more planning.
Large Amount of Park Space Nearby
Parks
60
/ 100
Limited Wellness Amenity Variety Nearby
Wellness
20
/ 100
Local Vibe
Get a sense of what it’s like to live in Widener University - Chester, PA (University) from everyday activity to noise and nightlife.
Vibrant Atmosphere at Times
Vibrancy
40
/ 100
Fair Nightlife Variety Nearby
Nightlife
40
/ 100
Not Noisy
Quiet Score
90
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
245 Students
Public
Grades K-12
700 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
424 Students
Chester Community Charter School
Public
Grades K-8
4,276 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
626 Students
Public
Grades K-12
700 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
484 Students
Chester Community Charter School
Public
Grades K-8
4,276 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
Public
Grades K-12
700 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
484 Students
Chester High School - Main Campus
Public
Grades 9-12
919 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
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- Upland Park
- Scott Arboretum
- Delaware County Institute of Science
- Smedley Park
- John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge
Transit / Subway
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Philadelphia International
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