
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Chester, NY from $500 (40 Rentals)
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3102 Whispering Hills Dr

Meadow Hills

Academy Hill Apartments

Liberty Green Apartments

Monroe Commons

Deerfield Commons

Devon Woods
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Rockwood Gardens Apartments

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Hawkins Apartments
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Knox Village

Harriman Woods Apartments

Loosestrife Fields

Sherwood Forest Garden Apartments

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Country Manor Apartments
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Carriage Hill Apartments

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Stevens Manor Apartments

Stoneridge Manor Apartments

The Point at Sutton Hill

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Woodbury Gardens

Middlecrest Crossing 55+ Senior Apartments
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Brigham House Apartments

6 Glenmere Ave, Unit 4

The 211 Luxury Lofts

20 Peddler Hill Rd

Kensington Manor

Cottage Suites

41 Tanager Rd

5 Point O Pine
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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 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,950 | $515 | $2,909 |
| Cheap Chester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,422 | $1,266 | $3,453 |
| Cheap Chester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,577 | $1,453 | $10,000+ |
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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 Devon Woods priced from $914. Hearthstone Apartments in the Glenview Hills At Florida neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,214. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chester apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Devon Woods | 2nd Fl 1br | 1BR,1BA | $914 |
| Hearthstone Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath - 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1,214 |
| Crestwood Apartments | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Rockwood Gardens Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Knox Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Sherwood Forest Garden Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
| Sutton Hill Apartments | Sutton Hill Type 4 | 2BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Slatewood Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Country Manor Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
| Carriage Hill Apartments | 1BR/ 1BA Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1,975 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chester, NY
As of August 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chester area is the $2.12 price per square foot Westchester Model at Summit Terrace Luxury Apartments in the in the Brighton Green neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Chester apartment is the 1BR/Den/1.5BA Model at The Regency Club starting at $2,400 with a $2.09 price per square foot in the Presidential Heights 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summit Terrace Luxury Apartments | Westchester | 2BR,2BA | $2.12 |
| The Regency Club | 1BR/Den/1.5BA | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.09 |
| Sherwood Forest Garden Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Woodbury Gardens | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Carriage Hill Apartments | 1BR/ 1BA Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Slatewood Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
| Knox Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| Crestwood Apartments | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| Devon Woods | 1st Fl 1br | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Hearthstone Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath - 60% | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
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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 $914 at Devon Woods.
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 $1,850 at Sutton Hill Apartments.
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