
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Chester, MA from $1,082 (58 Rentals)
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Valley View Apartments

79 College St

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Chicopee Village Townhomes

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571 Chicopee St

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Hillcrest Arms Apartments

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Mall Apartments

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Cumberland Homes

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Forge

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Baystate Place
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Longhill Gardens

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Riverboat Village

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Beacon Square

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University Crossing

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Maple Ridge Apartments

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The Courtyards

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Olympia Manor

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Edgewood Apartments

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Westwood Court Townhouses

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55 Katharine St

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Southwood Acres

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Laurel Ridge
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Kenlee Gardens

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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 |
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| Chester Studio Apartments | $1,283 | $1,095 | $1,558 |
| Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,640 | $1,096 | $2,488 |
| Chester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,005 | $1,100 | $2,648 |
| Chester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,312 | $1,481 | $3,750 |
| Chester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,045 | $3,030 | $3,060 |
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Cheapest Available Chester Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Chester, MA is a Studio unit found at Lenox Schoolhouse Apartments priced from $1,082. Valley View Apartments in the Holyoke neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,095. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chester apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Lenox Schoolhouse Apartments | Large Studio 55 and Older | Studio,1BA | $1,082 |
| Valley View Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
| 571 Chicopee St | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Hillcrest Arms Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| Mall Apartments | 0BR | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
| Baystate Place | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,344 |
| Riverboat Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Beacon Square | The Classic | Studio,1BA | $1,504 |
| Maple Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom Large | 1BR,1BA | $1,555 |
| Montcalm Heights Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,570 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chester, MA and Nearby
As of September 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chester area is the $1.86 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Forge in the starting from $2,495. The second greatest value Chester apartment is the 3rd Floor Model at 55 Katharine St starting at $1,700 with a $1.42 price per square foot in the Downtown Westfield 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. |
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| Forge | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.86 |
| 55 Katharine St | 3rd Floor | 3BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Edgewood Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Brookview Townhomes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.11 |
| Longhill Gardens | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Dale House | Barclay | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Cumberland Homes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Westwood Court Townhouses | Two Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.99 |
| Olympia Manor | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Lenox Schoolhouse Apartments | Large Studio 55 and Older | Studio ,1BA | $2.08 |
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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 Lenox Schoolhouse Apartments listed at $1,082.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chester Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chester Apartment is $1,295 at Valley View Apartments.
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 $1,100 at 571 Chicopee St.
What is the most affordable Chester Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Chester Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 55 Katharine St and starts from $1,700.
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