
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Chester, NY from $400 (60 Rentals)
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Meadow Hills

Academy Hill Apartments

Liberty Green Apartments

Monroe Commons

Deerfield Commons

Devon Woods

Northgate Manor 55+

Hearthstone Apartments

Imperial Gardens Apartment Homes
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Sutton Hill Apartments

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Rockwood Gardens Apartments

Brookside Garden Apartments

77 Randall St

Sherwood Forest Garden Apartments

Harriman Woods Apartments

Loosestrife Fields
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Lamplight Village Apartments

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Carriage Hill Apartments

Summit Terrace Luxury Apartments

Stoneridge Manor Apartments

Woodbury Gardens

27 N Main St

8 Delano Grove

42 N Main St

7 Kennedy Ln, Unit 3
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The Point at Sutton Hill

Southgate Middletown

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The Park At Main

The Regency Club
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Knox Village

Crestwood Apartments

The 211 Luxury Lofts

Kensington Manor

Cottage Suites

24 Cromwell Hill Rd

39 Tanager Rd
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Chester, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chester?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Chester Studio Apartments | $1,670 | $1,670 | $1,670 |
| Cheap Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,903 | $495 | $2,985 |
| Cheap Chester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,325 | $1,038 | $3,700 |
| Cheap Chester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,818 | $1,411 | $4,510 |
| Cheap Chester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,300 | $3,300 | $3,300 |
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Cheapest Available Chester Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Chester, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Liberty Green Apartments priced from $495. Devon Woods has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $914. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chester apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty Green Apartments | LG1 | 1BR,1BA | $495 |
| Devon Woods | 2nd Fl 1br | 1BR,1BA | $914 |
| Hearthstone Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath - 50% | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Knox Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,555 |
| Sutton Hill Apartments | Sutton Hill Type 3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,720 |
| Idlewild Creek Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,742 |
| Hawkins Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Crestwood Apartments | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Rockwood Gardens Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Loosestrife Fields | 1 Bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chester, NY
As of May 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chester area is the $2.16 price per square foot 2BR/2BA Model at The Regency Club in the in the Presidential Heights neighborhood starting from $2,550. The second greatest value Chester apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Woodbury Gardens starting at $2,100 with a $2.28 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Regency Club | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.16 |
| Woodbury Gardens | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Loosestrife Fields | 1 Bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Lamplight Village Apartments | 1 bedroom 1st floor | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| Hawkins Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| Knox Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Crestwood Apartments | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| Liberty Green Apartments | LG1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.68 |
| Devon Woods | 1st Fl 1br | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Hearthstone Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath - 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
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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 $495 at Liberty Green 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 $1,810 at Knox Village.
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