
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chester, IL (34 Rentals)


Chesterton Manor Apartments

Storyboard at SIU

G&R Rentals

Liberty Pointe

The Avery Apartment Homes

The Metropolitan

Crimson Landing

West Village

Camden Crest
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24 North Rentals

Saint Germain Square

Stonebridge Meadows

The Hill Apartments

Heisel Apartments & Townhouses

ASHBURN COURT APARTMENTS

Trails West Apartments

Saluki Apartments

Perryville Senior Apartments
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Park Place Apartments

Autumn Creek

Storyboard on Black Diamond

Schilling Property Management

Cornerstone Place

27038 State Hwy B

709 S Poplar St

222 Coles Hl

45 Point Dr

42 Point Dr
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317 E Mill St

311 S Church St

Home Rentals Corporation

413 W Main St
Chester, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chester?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chester Studio Apartments | $466 | $450 | $575 |
Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $856 | $200 | $1,575 |
| Chester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $987 | $625 | $1,650 |
| Chester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,328 | $750 | $2,300 |
| Chester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $645 | $295 | $995 |
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Largest Available Chester and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Chester, IL is found at West Village in the Derby City neighborhood and is 900 square feet priced from $1,350. The Avery Apartment Homes has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 843 square feet and currently listed start at $977. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Chester:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Village | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 900 Sq Ft | $1,350 |
| The Avery Apartment Homes | Dawson | 843 Sq Ft | $977 |
| Camden Crest | One Bedroom | 760 Sq Ft | $850 |
| Schilling Property Management | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 700 Sq Ft | $600 |
| 24 North Rentals | 1 Bedroom Apartment- Copper Creek Apartments | 646 Sq Ft | $750 |
| Heisel Apartments & Townhouses | 1BR Apartments | 646 Sq Ft | $725 |
| The Metropolitan | Metropolis 1 Bed 1 Bath | 615 Sq Ft | $735 |
| Autumn Creek | 1BR/1.0BA | 595 Sq Ft | $680 |
| Perryville Senior Apartments | 1 BR | 552 Sq Ft | $712 |
| Storyboard at SIU | 1 x 1 Traditional - Fall 2026- 12 Months | 518 Sq Ft | $1,395 |
Cheapest Available Chester and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of April 20, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Chester, IL is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model starting from $600 at Schilling Property Management . The second most affordable Chester 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Saint Germain Square starting at $625 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Chester is currently $856. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Chester:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Schilling Property Management | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $600 |
| Saint Germain Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | $625 |
| Autumn Creek | 1BR/1.0BA | $680 |
| Saluki Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $690 |
| ASHBURN COURT APARTMENTS | 1BR/1.0BA | $695 |
| Perryville Senior Apartments | 1 BR | $712 |
| Heisel Apartments & Townhouses | 1BR Apartments | $725 |
| The Metropolitan | Metropolis 1 Bed 1 Bath | $735 |
| 24 North Rentals | 1 Bedroom Apartment- Miller Apartments | $750 |
| Camden Crest | One Bedroom | $850 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Chester Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Chester with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Chester is at Schilling Property Management listed at $600.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Chester Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Chester is $856.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Chester Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Chester is a 900 square feet unit starting from $1,350 at West Village.
What is the average size for Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Chester is currently 750 sq ft.
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