Chester, PA Rent History
58 months of data, 2021–2026. Source: ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index, smoothed seasonally adjusted).
Today (2026-09)
$1,386
1-year change
+6.3%
$82/mo
5-year change
+43.6%
$421/mo
Monthly rent trend
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Year-by-year rent in Chester
| Year | Median rent | YoY change | vs 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $965/mo | — | 0.0% |
| 2022 | $987/mo | +2.3% | +2.3% |
| 2023 | $1,116/mo | +13.1% | +15.6% |
| 2024 | $1,205/mo | +8.0% | +24.9% |
| 2025 | $1,278/mo | +6.1% | +32.4% |
| 2026 | $1,346/mo | +5.3% | +39.5% |
Frequently asked questions
How much has rent in Chester changed since 2021?
Median rent in Chester, PA was $965 in 2021-10 and is $1,386 as of 2026-09 — a change of $421 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 +43.6% ($421 per month). The current median is $1,386.
Is rent in Chester going up or down year over year?
Year over year, median rent in Chester, PA has increased +6.3% ($82/mo). Current median: $1,386.