Cheap Homes for Rent in Chester, IA from $600 (10 Rentals)

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property at 108 Main St N

$650 - $730

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$650

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1 Bedroom Rentals

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108 Main St N

Grand MeadowMN55936
property at 121 Clinton St

$900

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$900

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$900

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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121 Clinton St

AustinMN55912
property at 1203 11th St NW

$1,000

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$1,000

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$1,000

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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1203 11th St NW

AustinMN55912
property at 28 6th Ave SE

$1,050

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$1,050

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$1,050

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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28 6th Ave SE

RochesterMN55904

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property at 511 5th Ave NW

$1,065

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$1,000
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$65

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$1,065

4 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent

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511 5th Ave NW

AustinMN55912
property at 1111 4th St NW

$1,200

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$1,200

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$1,200

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jul 3

1111 4th St NW

AustinMN55912
property at 609 11th St NW

$1,300

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$1,300

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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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609 11th St NW

AustinMN55912
property at 2094 11th Ave SE

$1,350

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 2

2094 11th Ave SE

RochesterMN55904

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Chester, IA Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
105 Main St S1-bedroom1BR,1BA$675
Clover Patch ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$815
Northern Place ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$860

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chester, IA and Nearby

As of May 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chester area is the $1.57 price per square foot 3 Bed, 2.5 Bath Model at Falcon Heights Townhomes in the in the East Rochester neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Chester apartment is the Floor Plan G Model at Briar Grove Apartments (Building D) starting at $1,740 with a $1.57 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Chester apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Falcon Heights Townhomes3 Bed, 2.5 Bath3BR,2.5BA$1.57
Briar Grove Apartments (Building D)Floor Plan G2BR,2BA$1.57
Cottages of Stewartville3 Bedroom 1 Bathroom3BR,1BA$1.25
EastGate ApartmentsB1-602BR,2BA$1.46
Northern Place ApartmentsTwo Bed + Den2BR,1BA$1.18
Homestead Village Townhomes2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.36
Lincoln Apartments LLCApt. 082BR,1BA$1.46
105 Main St S2-bedroom2BR,1BA$1.29
Webster ApartmentsApt. 012BR,1BA$1.50
Clover Patch ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.52

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Frequently Asked Questions about Chester

What type of rentals are currently available in Chester?

There are currently 48 Apartments for Rent in Chester, IA with pricing that ranges from $689 to $4,000. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Chester ranging from $650 to $4,600.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Chester?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Chester ranges from $650 to $4,600 with an average monthly rent of $2,234.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.