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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly

Location

1101 Dorian Dr, Chester, PA 19013, USA
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Management

Hamilton Realtor Group

Leasing office

(844) 262-6982 ext. 1969

Open 

Monday 12:30 pm–4:00 pm ET

Property Overview

Willow Gardens Apartments earns a strong overall rating with standout marks for price, amenities, and location, suggesting excellent value and everyday convenience. It also offers a quiet, serene environment, has 17 photos for a helpful preview, and ranks well for value for money compared with nearby properties.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Willow Gardens Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Willow Gardens Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Images Available

Floor plans

2 Bed x 1 Bath2 bed1 bath$1,160 /mo4 units available

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Amenities for Willow Gardens Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCarpet
Hot WaterTrash Included
Utilities/SewerWalk-in Closet
Window Coverings

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator

Tech

Cable or Satellite Access

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Services

On-Site MaintenanceOn-Site Management

Neighborhood

Transportation
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Application Fee

Per-applicant. Agent application fee.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Parking Policy

Surface Lot

Surface Lot

Parking Fee

Monthly. 2 surface lots max. 1 total spaces.

$0

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat

Pet Terms

2 cats max.

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$75

Pet Deposit

One-time deposit per pet.

$0

Dog

Pet Terms

2 dogs max.

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$175

Pet Deposit

One-time deposit per pet.

$0

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Building details

Property details

Year built1970
Units80
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About Willow Gardens Apartments

HomeApartments in Chester Willow Gardens Apartments

Willow Gardens Apartments, located in Chester, PA are under new management! Come see how we've changed! We offer the convenience to Philadelphia with public transportation right outside your door, in a quiet and serene environment. Comfortable and convenient, quiet and affordable. Call today for a tour of the new Willow Gardens apartments.


Year Built: 1970

Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Willow Gardens Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Willow Gardens Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Willow Gardens Apartments
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Willow Gardens Apartments offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Willow Gardens Apartments stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Willow Gardens Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Willow Gardens Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Willow Gardens Apartments provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Reviews from the web

Showing 8 highest rated

Peaceful community, clean property, and amazing amenities.

Harshal Trivedi

Harshal Trivedi

Dec 04, 2024

Living here has been a positive experience from day one. The units are well-maintained, and the management team is responsive and professional.

Wallace MacGyver

Wallace MacGyver

May 27, 2024

We’re sharing just 8 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Willow Gardens Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 mile away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

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Rent trends in Chester

2-bedroom apartments at Willow Gardens Apartments cost about 10% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Chester.

Median rents as of Jul 18 2026.
Chester
A table of studio rental data trends in Chester
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$1,210
November 2024$1,190
March 2025$1,020
April 2025$945
May 2025$1,033
June 2025$1,135
July 2025$1,135
August 2025$1,135
September 2025$1,135
October 2025$1,135
December 2025$1,500
January 2026$2,022
February 2026$1,063
March 2026$800
July 2026$850

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 1101 Dorian Dr?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$46,400/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $46,400 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,160.
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Schools near Willow Gardens Apartments

Chester Upland School of Arts

501 west 9th st

chester, PA, 19013

PK, K-5Public
D+

Main Street School

704 main st

upland, PA, 19015

PK, K-5Public
C-

Stetser Elementary School

808 e 17th st

chester, PA, 19013

PK, K-6Public
C-

Oldmans Township School

10 freed rd

pedricktown, NJ, 8067

PK, K-8Public
B+

National Park Elementary School

516 lakehurst ave

national park, NJ, 8063

PK, K-6Public
C
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Getting around Chester near 1101 Dorian Dr

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 1101 Dorian Dr, Chester

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 1101 Dorian Dr

Farmers Produce
823 Kerlin St
Boyer's Food Markets
600 W 3rd St
Eagle Save Mart
916 Kerlin St
Mon's Deli
927 Kerlin St
Springfield Pasta Co Inc
1500 W 4th St

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