What is the cheapest parking option in West Chester, PA?
Short-term parking at Chestnut Street Garage costs $0.50 for the first half hour. You find these spots on level 1 at 14 East Chestnut Street. This rate beats regular parking at $0.75 per half hour.
Parking Rate Comparison
Check this table for all options:
| Parking Type | Location | First 30 min | 1 Hour | Daily Max (7 hours) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-term | Chestnut Street Garage (Level 1) | $0.50 | $1.00 | $2.00 (2 hours) | 40 spots, Flowbird app |
| Regular | Chestnut Street or Bicentennial Garage | $0.75 | $1.50 | $9.00 | 689 spots at Chestnut, 367 at Bicentennial |
| On-street Meters | Streets | $0.75 | $1.50 | Varies | Enforcement Mon-Wed 8am-10pm, Thu-Fri 8am-midnight, Sat 5pm-midnight |
| University | West Chester University Garages | $1.50 | $1.50+ | $9.00 | Skip unless on campus |
Park free on Sundays in Chestnut Street Garage and Bicentennial Garage. Streets stay free too. Monthly permits cost $95 at both garages. Your 2021 BMW M3 fits every spot. Garages hold standard sizes with no extra fees for luxury cars.
Bicentennial Garage at 20 South High Street offers spots away from downtown core. Chestnut Street Garage works best for downtown.
Enforcement stays strict. Pay on time to avoid tickets. Contact Parking Services for appeals. Call police non-emergency at 610.696.2700 after 4pm for issues.
Tips to Save Money
- Grab short-term spots at Chestnut Street Garage for quick stops: $0.50 for 30 minutes, $1 for 1 hour, $2 for 2 hours.
- Park on Sundays for free in garages and on streets.
- Buy a monthly permit for $95 if you park daily.
- Ask local businesses about validation programs to cut costs.
- Download the Flowbird app now. Turn off WiFi for easy payments. Use it for meters and surface lots too.
Choose short-term spots at Chestnut Street Garage for the lowest rate today. Sidekick tracks your total vehicle costs like parking.