Updated apartment ready to go! New floors, freshly painted, new kitchen and bathroom. Excellent views directly across from Swarthmore College.
Living in Swarthmore offers residents both an urban and suburban feel. It's a great small town. Also referred to as the Ville.
This property is in the heart of Swarthmore, right across from Swarthmore College. It's only steps away from shops and restaurants including Hobbs coffee shop, Occasionally Yours, Village Vine, Vicky's cafe, and the Swarthmore Co-op grocery market, among others.
Also close to parks, trails, the Swarthmore public library, and playgrounds.
Walking distance to Septa R3 train to Center City, UPENN, DREXEL. Easily accessible to I-95 and 476 (Blue Route). 15-minute drive to Philadelphia Airport.
Highly-rated public schools.
24/7 Maintenance Hotline.
Pay rent online.
The tenant is responsible for electricity and gas. The owner pays for water. Last month's rent is due at signing. No smoking allowed. Pets are on a case-by-case basis.
Apartment for rent
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$1,275/mo
Fees may apply
17 S Chester Rd APT 200A, Swarthmore, PA 19081
1beds
800sqft
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Apartment
Available Thu Apr 30 2026
Cats OK
Shared laundry
What's special
Freshly paintedNew floorsNew kitchen
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Zillow last checked: 9 hours ago
Listing updated: March 25, 2026 at 03:26pm
Travel times
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Appliances
- Laundry: Shared
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 800 sqft
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Bicycle storage, Electricity not included in rent, Gas not included in rent, Parking Permitted $50 per month, Water included in rent
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Water
Building
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Swarthmore
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/25/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,275+2%$2/sqft |
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| 4/11/2025 | Listing removed | $1,250$2/sqft |
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| 3/8/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,250+4.2%$2/sqft |
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| 2/21/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 2/7/2022 | Listed for rent | $1,200$2/sqft |
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| 11/5/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/30/2021 | Listed for rent | $1,200$2/sqft |
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Neighborhood: 19081
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Swarthmore-Rutledge SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10Strath Haven Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 9/10Strath Haven High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi







