Chester, PA Rent History

56 months of data, 20212026. 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

YearMedian rentYoY changevs 2021
2021$970/mo0.0%
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.

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Methodology: Rent figures use ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index) monthly smoothed seasonally-adjusted values for all properties (single family + condo + multifamily). Year-by-year table uses April readings (or nearest available month) for consistency across years. 1-/5-/10-year change uses the same month 2026 as the anchor.