Cheap Houses for Rent in Chester, PA

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Apartments For Rent Near Chester, PA

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Average Rent Trends in Chester, PA

Rent in Chester, PA varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent stayed about the same in May 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Jun 2025.
MonthAverage rent
Jun 2025$1,700
Jul 2025$1,700
Aug 2025$1,700
Sep 2025$1,695
Oct 2025$1,650
Nov 2025$1,650
Dec 2025$1,600
Jan 2026$1,650
Feb 2026$1,650
Mar 2026$1,650
Apr 2026$1,650
May 2026$1,650
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Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In May 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
1 bed2 beds3 beds4 bedsAll
All home types$1,100$1,250$1,600$1,711$1,331
Townhomes—$1,499$1,600$1,711$1,650
Apartments and Condos$1,000$1,250$1,300$1,500$1,200
Houses—$1,200$1,600$1,895$1,650
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Frequently Asked Questions about Houses for rent in Chester, PA

  • What is the average rent of a house in Chester, PA?
    The average rent of a house in Chester, PA is $1,650 per month. This is about 14% lower than the national average.
  • When is the average rent cheapest in Chester, PA?
    In the last year, the average rent in Chester, PA was lowest in Jan 2025 when it was $1,600 per month.
  • When is the average rent most expensive in Chester, PA?
    In the last year, the average rent in Chester, PA was highest in Jun 2025 when it was $1,700 per month.
  • How many houses are available to rent in Chester, PA?
    There are 29 available houses to rent in Chester, PA.
  • What colleges and universities are in Chester, PA?
    Colleges and universities in Chester, PA include: Widener University.
  • What are some zip codes in Chester, PA?
    Chester, PA includes zip codes such as: 19013, 19016.
  • What are some cities near Chester, PA?
    Some nearby cities include: Brookhaven, Trainer, Crum Lynne, Bridgeport, Woodlyn. These cities may have more rental options to explore.