
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Chester, IA from $600 (40 Rentals)
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Flats on 21

Clover Patch Apartments

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Northern Place Apartments

Hillside Apartments

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The Graham

Eastwood Manor
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Meadow Park Apartments

Wild Grove Apartments

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The Ida

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Lincoln Apartments LLC

Lobb Field Apartments

Webster Apartments

Cottages of Stewartville

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Parkview Place
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Briar Grove Apartments (Building D)

Homestead Village Townhomes

EastGate Apartments

Mill on Main I & II

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Residence at Discovery Square

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5th on 5th Apartments

STEWARTVILLE FLATS

The Vista at South Broadway
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Eastwood Ridge

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The Manor at Med City

501 on First

108 Main St N

Chester Estates

121 Clinton St

1017 21st St SE

The Beacon
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303 Chestnut St

28 6th Ave SE

511 5th Ave NW

621 Oak St

1111 4th St NW

609 11th St NW

2094 11th Ave SE
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Chester, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chester?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chester Studio Apartments | $1,417 | $689 | $1,950 |
| Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,598 | $786 | $2,110 |
| Chester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,994 | $860 | $4,000 |
| Chester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,191 | $1,020 | $3,875 |
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Cheapest Available Chester Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Chester, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at 105 Main St S priced from $675. Clover Patch Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $815. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chester apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 105 Main St S | 1-bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Clover Patch Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $815 |
| Northern Place Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $860 |
| Hillside Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| The Beacon | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Lincoln Apartments LLC | Apt. 12 | 1BR,1BA | $1,005 |
| Flats on 21 | Cottonwood - 60% Area Median Income | 1BR,1BA | $1,006 |
| Meadow Park Apartments | Classic Three Bedroom One Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1,020 |
| Webster Apartments | Apt. 01 | 2BR,1BA | $1,035 |
| Homestead Village Townhomes | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,125 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chester, IA and Nearby
As of May 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chester area is the $1.57 price per square foot Floor Plan G Model at Briar Grove Apartments (Building D) in the starting from $1,740. The second greatest value Chester apartment is the 3 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at Cottages of Stewartville starting at $1,345 with a $1.25 price per square foot . 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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| Briar Grove Apartments (Building D) | Floor Plan G | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
| Cottages of Stewartville | 3 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| EastGate Apartments | B1-60 | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| Homestead Village Townhomes | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Lincoln Apartments LLC | Apt. 08 | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| 105 Main St S | 2-bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Webster Apartments | Apt. 01 | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Northern Place Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Flats on 21 | Cottonwood - 60% Area Median Income | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Clover Patch Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
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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 Hillside Apartments listed at $900.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chester Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chester Apartment is $675 at 105 Main St S.
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 $860 at Northern Place Apartments.
What is the most affordable Chester Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Chester Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Meadow Park Apartments and starts from $1,020.
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