
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Chester, CT from $700 (56 Rentals)
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Burgundy Apartments

Woodrow Wilson Apartments

Stoneycrest Tower

Morton House

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275 Research Pkwy - Encore Apartments

562 Main St

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Deerfield Village

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Southwind Apartments

Middletown at Main
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Birchwood Apartments

Stillman School Apartments

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Country Place

StoneGate Apartments

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South Green Apartments

The Meriden

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Middletown Brooke Apartments

Theresa A. Rook Retirement Community
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Marshfield - NPM

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Meadoway Gardens

Midd-Town Apartments

Rose Gardens Apartments

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Brainerd Place

Woodbury Apartments

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Sagamore Hills

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Northwoods East

Fernwood Apartments

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Colchester Estates
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Bay Point Apartments

70 Pond Meadow Rd

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The Sound at Gateway Commons

141 Bridge St

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Town Place

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The Arlo

Bridge Road Commons

23 Main St

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Windshire Terrace

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Knoll Crest Apartments
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The Grand

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Springside Middletown

The Village at 82 Main

26 Sunset Ter

584 Main St

The Wilcox

Four Seasons of Colchester

484 Main St

70 Pond Meadow Rd

14 Plymouth Ct
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Chester, CT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chester?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chester Studio Apartments | $1,646 | $975 | $1,995 |
| Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,004 | $710 | $3,461 |
| Chester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,459 | $864 | $3,950 |
| Chester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,145 | $1,900 | $4,108 |
| Chester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,265 | $3,265 | $3,265 |
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Cheapest Available Chester Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Chester, CT is a Studio unit found at Stoneycrest Tower in the Cromwell Middletown neighborhood priced from $1,133. Morton House in the Southwest New London Lyme neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chester apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stoneycrest Tower | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,133 |
| Morton House | Efficiency | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| 275 Research Pkwy - Encore Apartments | Encore Apartments | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| 562 Main St | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Woodrow Wilson Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| The Village at 82 Main | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Middletown at Main | 594-studio | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| Birchwood Apartments | 1BD Remodel | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| StoneGate Apartments | 1 Bed Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| On Ward Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chester, CT and Nearby
As of April 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chester area is the $1.71 price per square foot 2 Bed / 1 Bath Model at The Grand in the in the Eastern Suffolk neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Chester apartment is the Sailfish 2 Model at The Edgewater starting at $2,730 with a $2.07 price per square foot in the South Lyme neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chester apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| The Grand | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| The Edgewater | Sailfish 2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.07 |
| StoneGate Apartments | 2 Bed 2Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.77 |
| Colchester Estates | Colchester 2 Bed x 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| 70 Pond Meadow Rd | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Woodbury Apartments | Two Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.90 |
| Rose Gardens Apartments | Two Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.89 |
| The Wilcox | 1B/1B Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Woodrow Wilson Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 562 Main St | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chester Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Chester?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Chester is at Stoneycrest Tower listed at $1,133.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chester Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chester Apartment is $1,200 at Morton House.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Chester Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Chester is starting from $1,600 at The Wilcox.
What is the most affordable Chester Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Chester Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Wilcox and starts from $1,600.
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