
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Chester, CT from $975 (53 Rentals)
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159 Main St

138 W Main St

Burgundy Apartments

Amston Village - Active 55+

Woodrow Wilson Apartments

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Stoneycrest Tower

Stillman School Apartments

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Encore

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Woodbury Apartments
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Rose Gardens Apartments

StoneGate Apartments

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Country Place

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Wharfside Commons

On Ward Apartments

Middletown at Main

Birchwood Apartments

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Deerfield Village

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Southwind Apartments

Fernwood Apartments
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The Wilcox

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Middletown Brooke Apartments

Theresa A. Rook Retirement Community

489 N Roast Meat Hill Rd

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Meadoway Gardens

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The Meriden

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Willowcrest

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Brainerd Place

70 Pond Meadow Rd

Midd-Town Apartments
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Colchester Estates

Lake Hayward of Colchester Apartments

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The Sound at Gateway Commons

83 Main St, Unit 2C

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Marshfield Apartments

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Haddam Village Commons

Bridge Road Commons

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50 Norwich Rd, Unit Street Level(B)

562 Main St

The Village at 82 Main
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15 Oak Hill Dr

26 Sunset Ter

584 Main St

South Green Apartments

Sagamore Hills

Four Seasons of Colchester

484 Main St

7 Stephens Ct

Bay Point Apartments

141 Bridge St
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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 | $1,621 | $975 | $1,950 |
| Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,045 | $1,063 | $3,830 |
| Chester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,562 | $1,196 | $4,928 |
| Chester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,015 | $1,600 | $3,916 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Chester, CT
Pricing Updated: 09/09/2026Current apartment rentals in the Chester, CT area range in price from $1,900 to $2,500 with an overall median price of $2,000. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Chester Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hadlyme | $2,000 | $1,900 | 2 |
Cheapest Available Chester Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Chester, CT is a Studio unit found at Burgundy Apartments in the Cromwell Middletown neighborhood priced from $975. Stoneycrest Tower in the Cromwell Middletown neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,133. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chester apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burgundy Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $975 |
| Stoneycrest Tower | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,133 |
| Encore | Encore Apartments | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| The Village at 82 Main | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Rose Gardens Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Woodbury Apartments | One Bedroom Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| StoneGate Apartments | 1 Bed Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Wharfside Commons | 2Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,494 |
| Birchwood Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| On Ward Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chester, CT and Nearby
As of September 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chester area is the $1.95 price per square foot Anchor Townhome Model at The Cove at Gateway Commons in the in the Southwest New London Lyme neighborhood starting from $3,815. The second greatest value Chester apartment is the Sailfish Model at The Edgewater starting at $2,835 with a $2.00 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cove at Gateway Commons | Anchor Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.95 |
| The Edgewater | Sailfish | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.00 |
| StoneGate Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| Colchester Estates | 410 | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Wharfside Commons | 2Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
| 70 Pond Meadow Rd | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Willowcrest | Two Bedroom TownHouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.80 |
| The Wilcox | 1B/1B Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Highview Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Burgundy Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.95 |
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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 Burgundy Apartments listed at $975.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chester Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chester Apartment is $1,400 at Stoneycrest Tower.
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 $1,494 at Wharfside Commons.
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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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