
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chester, MA (40 Rentals)


Longhill Gardens

Hathaway Farms Townhomes at Northampton

Laurel Ridge

Riverboat Village

Country Manor

The Willows

Valley View Apartments

Montcalm Heights Apartments

Southwood Acres
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Summit Place Apartments

Windsor Court

Forge

The Garage

Baystate Place

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Chicopee Village Townhomes

Cumberland Homes

936 Russell Rd
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11 Russell Rd

108 E Housatonic St

21 Day Ave

72 Barrett St

22 Clark St

72 Lyman St

Lansdowne Place

Dwight Street Apartments

329 Beech St

Center Court Apartments
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Kenlee Gardens

Mahaiwe Building

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60 Prince Street

465 Chapel St

100-130 Elm Street

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Chester, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chester?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chester Studio Apartments | $1,265 | $895 | $1,535 |
| Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,696 | $1,096 | $2,800 |
| Chester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,872 | $1,240 | $2,986 |
| Chester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,079 | $1,481 | $3,447 |
| Chester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,028 | $3,028 | $3,028 |
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Largest Available Chester and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Chester, MA is found at Southwood Acres and is 726 square feet priced from $2,097. Riverboat Village has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 720 square feet and currently listed start at $1,600. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Chester:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwood Acres | The Woodhaven | 726 Sq Ft | $2,097 |
| Riverboat Village | One Bedroom Den | 720 Sq Ft | $1,600 |
| Laurel Ridge | 1_Bedroom | 700 Sq Ft | $1,738 |
| Montcalm Heights Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 624 Sq Ft | $1,520 |
| Forge | 1 Bedroom | 610 Sq Ft | $1,305 |
| Mall Apartments | 1 BR | 579 Sq Ft | $1,425 |
| The Willows | The Peak | 550 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
| Country Manor | The Sunrise | 525 Sq Ft | $1,899 |
| Edgewood Court | The Willow | 500 Sq Ft | $1,854 |
| Valley View Apartments | One Bedroom | 450 Sq Ft | $1,295 |
Cheapest Available Chester and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of March 19, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Chester, MA is the One Bedroom Model starting from $1,295 at Valley View Apartments . The second most affordable Chester 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Model at Forge starting at $1,305 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Chester is currently $1,696. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Chester:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Valley View Apartments | One Bedroom | $1,295 |
| Forge | 1 Bedroom | $1,305 |
| Mall Apartments | 1 BR | $1,425 |
| Riverboat Village | One Bedroom | $1,500 |
| Montcalm Heights Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $1,520 |
| Laurel Ridge | 1_Bedroom | $1,738 |
| Edgewood Court | The Willow | $1,854 |
| Country Manor | The Sunrise | $1,899 |
| Southwood Acres | The Woodhaven | $2,097 |
| The Garage | 1BR/1.0BA | $2,800 |
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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 Valley View Apartments listed at $1,295.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Chester Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Chester is $1,696.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Chester Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Chester is a 726 square feet unit starting from $2,097 at Southwood Acres.
What is the average size for Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Chester is currently 568 sq ft.
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