Chester, PA Rent History
56 months of data, 2021–2026. Source: ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index, smoothed seasonally adjusted).
Today (2026-07)
$1,291
1-year change
-3.0%
$-40/mo
5-year change
+33.1%
$321/mo
Monthly rent trend
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Year-by-year rent in Chester
| Year | Median rent | YoY change | vs 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $970/mo | — | 0.0% |
| 2022 | $992/mo | +2.3% | +2.3% |
| 2023 | $1,126/mo | +13.5% | +16.1% |
| 2024 | $1,214/mo | +7.8% | +25.2% |
| 2025 | $1,285/mo | +5.8% | +32.5% |
| 2026 | $1,353/mo | +5.3% | +39.5% |
Frequently asked questions
How much has rent in Chester changed since 2021?
Median rent in Chester, PA was $970 in 2021-10 and is $1,291 as of 2026-07 — a change of $321 per month over 5 years.
How much has Chester rent increased in the last 5 years?
Over the past 5 years, median rent in Chester, PA has changed +33.1% ($321 per month). The current median is $1,291.
Is rent in Chester going up or down year over year?
Year over year, median rent in Chester, PA has decreased -3.0% ($-40/mo). Current median: $1,291.