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Highlights

  • In-unit laundry
  • Boutique building
  • Charming boutique building
  • Fully renovated throughout
  • Quiet residential street
  • Spacious, comfortable layout

Location

301 N Matlack St, West Chester, PA 19380, USA
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Management

GSJ Property Management LLC

Leasing office

(484) 371-7576

Property Overview

301 N Matlack Street receives strong ratings across various categories, including an 8.3 overall expert rating from Zumper, highlighting its excellent balance of price and value. The property features a charming, fully renovated boutique building with in-unit laundry, spacious layouts, and a prime location that offers convenient access to amenities and transportation. Additionally, it is particularly well-suited for remote work, thanks to a quiet environment and included utilities, making it a desirable choice for renters.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 301 N Matlack Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 301 N Matlack Street 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

  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath885 sqft$2,400 /mo1 unit availableDon’t miss this beautifully renovated 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment located on desirable Matlack Street in the heart of West Chester Borough. Set within a charming boutique building, this light-filled unit offers a perfect blend of modern upgrades and classic borough living. The apartment features tons of natural light, a thoughtfully updated kitchen and bath, and a spacious, comfortable layout ideal for everyday living or entertaining. Enjoy the convenience of in-unit laundry and the rare bonus of one dedicated parking spot with a storage garage. Additional highlights include: • Fully renovated throughout • Boutique building • In-unit laundry • One parking spot with storage garage • Large shared yard—perfect for relaxing or entertaining • Bright, airy living spaces Located just moments from West Chester’s vibrant downtown, you’ll have easy access to award-winning restaurants, cafés, shops, parks, and community events—all while enjoying the comfort of a quiet residential street. Move-in ready and truly special—this is a rare opportunity in one of the borough’s most sought-after locations.

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HomeApartments in West Chester 301 N Matlack Street

Don’t miss this beautifully renovated 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment located on desirable Matlack Street in the heart of West Chester Borough. Set within a charming boutique building, this light-filled unit offers a perfect blend of modern upgrades and classic borough living. The apartment features tons of natural light, a thoughtfully updated kitchen and bath, and a spacious, comfortable layout ideal for everyday living or entertaining. Enjoy the convenience of in-unit laundry and the rare bonus of one dedicated parking spot with a storage garage. Additional highlights include: • Fully renovated throughout • Boutique building • In-unit laundry • One parking spot with storage garage • Large shared yard—perfect for relaxing or entertaining • Bright, airy living spaces Located just moments from West Chester’s vibrant downtown, you’ll have easy access to award-winning restaurants, cafés, shops, parks, and community events—all while enjoying the comfort of a quiet residential street. Move-in ready and truly special—this is a rare opportunity in one of the borough’s most sought-after locations.


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 301 N Matlack Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 301 N Matlack Street 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 301 N Matlack Street
Price·9A 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.
301 N Matlack Street stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·9A 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.
301 N Matlack Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including building or unit level amenities. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 301 N Matlack Street receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
301 N Matlack Street 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 301 N Matlack Street does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

301 N Matlack Street is great for:

Work-from-home

  • Large windows for natural lighting
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution
  • 1 office supply store within 1 mile

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 301 N Matlack Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in West Chester

2-bedroom apartments at 301 N Matlack Street cost about 13% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in West Chester.

Median rents as of Mar 14 2026.
West Chester
A table of studio rental data trends in West Chester
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,383
April 2024$1,327
May 2024$1,358
June 2024$1,314
July 2024$1,382
August 2024$1,338
September 2024$1,314
October 2024$1,297
November 2024$1,280
December 2024$1,303
January 2025$1,333
February 2025$1,335
March 2025$1,310
April 2025$1,323
May 2025$1,338
June 2025$1,347
July 2025$1,328
August 2025$1,348
September 2025$1,361
October 2025$1,336
November 2025$1,323
December 2025$1,326
January 2026$1,368
February 2026$1,394
March 2026$1,365

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$96,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $96,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,400.
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Schools near 301 N Matlack Street

Fern Hill Elementary School

915 lincoln ave

west chester, PA, 19380

K-5Public
A

Greystone El Sch

1195 aram ave

west chester, PA, 19380

K-5Public
A-

Manavon El Sch

2 phantom way

phoenixville, PA, 19460

2-5Public
A-

Gulph Elementary School

650 s henderson rd

king of prussia, PA, 19406

K-4Public
B+

Oldmans Township School

10 freed rd

pedricktown, NJ, 8067

PK, K-8Public
B+
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around West Chester near 301 N Matlack St

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 301 N Matlack St, West Chester

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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