
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Chester, MD from $700 (52 Rentals)
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2201 Main St

The Promenade at Rainbow Plaza

2006 Stevens Dr

45 Queen Neva Ct

45d Queen Neva Ct

The Villages at Marley Station Apartments

Bay Forest Senior Apartments

Beacon Pointe Apartments and Townhomes

Obery Court
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Chatham Village Apartments

Quiet Waters Landing

Conte Lubrano Apartments

Nautilus Point

Brant Court

102 B Marlboro Ave

The Promenade at Easton

Harbour Gates Apartments

Westwinds Apartments

Bay Manor Apartments
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Avalon Annapolis

Annapolis Roads Apartments

Bell Annapolis on West

The Laura House

The Reserve at Stoney Creek

Spa Cove Apartments

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Bayshore Landing

Creekstone Village Apartments

Annapolis Bay

The Ashberry
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Maris

Bay Hills Apartments

The James

Riva Trace Community of Annapolis

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Aventon Annapolis

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North Severn Village - No Costs Utilities*

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Gardens of Annapolis

Center Park Apartments

The Village at Slippery Hill Senior Apartments- 62+

Mulberry Estates
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Towne Courts

Madison Apartments

407 Adams St

Americana Southdale

410 Melvin Ave

Oakland Hills

920 Boucher Ave

West Woods Apartments

The Penny

626 Jupiter Hills Ct
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Chester, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chester?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chester Studio Apartments | $2,012 | $1,129 | $2,422 |
| Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,172 | $1,252 | $3,861 |
| Chester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,558 | $1,400 | $4,077 |
| Chester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,492 | $1,700 | $3,289 |
| Chester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,995 | $2,995 | $2,995 |
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Cheapest Available Chester Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Chester, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at The Village at Slippery Hill Senior Apartments- 62+ priced from $975. The Villages at Marley Station Apartments in the Sloop Cove Landing neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,264. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chester apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Village at Slippery Hill Senior Apartments- 62+ | A3 - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| The Villages at Marley Station Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,264 |
| Beacon Pointe Apartments and Townhomes | A1-1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,267 |
| Obery Court | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,277 |
| Quiet Waters Landing | A1-1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,452 |
| Brant Court | C-bc | 1BR,1BA | $1,559 |
| Americana Southdale | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,599 |
| The Promenade at Easton | The Chester | 1BR,1BA | $1,759 |
| Nautilus Point | Nautilus | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,844 |
| Bay Manor Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chester, MD and Nearby
As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chester area is the $1.71 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Riva Trace Community of Annapolis in the in the Monticello neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Chester apartment is the The Chester Model at West Woods Apartments starting at $2,380 with a $1.99 price per square foot in the Monticello 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riva Trace Community of Annapolis | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.71 |
| West Woods Apartments | The Chester | 2BR,2BA | $1.99 |
| Creekstone Village Apartments | B1_DC | 2BR,2BA | $2.33 |
| The Laura House | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Obery Court | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| The Promenade at Easton | The Chester | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| Brant Court | C-bc | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| The Village at Slippery Hill Senior Apartments- 62+ | A5 - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Quiet Waters Landing | A1-1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Beacon Pointe Apartments and Townhomes | A1-1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chester Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chester Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chester Apartment is $975 at The Village at Slippery Hill Senior Apartments- 62+.
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 $1,265 at The Village at Slippery Hill Senior Apartments- 62+.
What is the most affordable Chester Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Chester Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Obery Court and starts from $1,700.
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