
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Chester, NE from $500 (50 Rentals)
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723 Ella St

Salt Valley View Apartments

Crete Senior Villas

Old Cheney Place by Broadmoor

Embassy Park Apartments

Hickman Hills Apartments

Union at Middle Creek

Regency Heights

Skyline View
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Foxtail Meadows

Folsom Ridge

HANGAR 55 AT THEATRE DISTRICT

Tamarin Ridge

The Mirada

29South

Wilderness Brook Apartments

Aristos

WH Flats

Talon Apartments
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Notting Hill Apartments

Heartland Flats

The Dakota

Chantacleer Apartments

The Theatre District Flats

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Broadmoor27

Wilderness Hills South Apartments

Pony Run

208 E 5th St
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1111 E St

15 Jackson Ave

2121 Washington St

1901 E St

1645 E Street

1400 Garfield St

130 S 5th St

211 E 7th St

1011 K St

705 6th St
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Summit at Elm Street Apartments

226 E 6th

1027 A St

1318 N 18th St

1500 S Folsom St

242 W 12th St

210 N Phillips Ave

720 J St

1422 S 9th St

1023 Bell St
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Chester, NE Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chester?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chester Studio Apartments | $1,029 | $810 | $1,195 |
| Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,264 | $695 | $2,299 |
| Chester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,575 | $800 | $2,920 |
| Chester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,925 | $980 | $3,180 |
| Chester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,625 | $1,625 | $1,625 |
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Cheapest Available Chester Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Chester, NE is a 1 Bed unit found at Garden Brooke Apartments in the Country Club neighborhood priced from $695. Salt Valley View Apartments in the Country Club neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chester apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garden Brooke Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Salt Valley View Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Crete Senior Villas | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| Embassy Park Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Hickman Hills Apartments | A | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Old Cheney Place by Broadmoor | Cambridge | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Union at Middle Creek | 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $917 |
| Skyline View | Compass | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Foxtail Meadows | D-1 | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
| Folsom Ridge | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $960 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chester, NE and Nearby
As of June 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chester area is the $1.20 price per square foot Redwood Model at Chantacleer Apartments in the in the Salt Valley View neighborhood starting from $1,550. The second greatest value Chester apartment is the The Sierra Model at Pioneer Trail Flats starting at $1,350 with a $1.17 price per square foot . 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chantacleer Apartments | Redwood | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Pioneer Trail Flats | The Sierra | 2BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| Williamsburg Park Apartments | Roanoke River | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Crete Senior Villas | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| Ridgeland Park Apartments in York | York | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Wilderness Hills South Apartments | B1/B2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Garden Brooke Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Foxtail Meadows | D-1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Union at Middle Creek | 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Salt Valley View Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
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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 Hickman Hills Apartments listed at $895.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chester Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chester Apartment is $695 at Garden Brooke 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 $800 at Crete Senior Villas.
What is the most affordable Chester Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Chester Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Embassy Park Apartments and starts from $1,295.
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