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

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Meadow Hills
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Meadow Hills

44 High StChester, NY 10918
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Brigham House Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brigham House Apartments

103-105 Country Club DrMaybrook, NY 12543
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Knox Village
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Knox Village

835 Blooming Grove TpkeNew Windsor, NY 12553
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Crestwood Apartments
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Crestwood Apartments

92 Fitzgerald DrMiddletown, NY 10940
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Kensington Manor
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Kensington Manor

1 Kensington MnrMiddletown, NY 10941
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Cottage Suites
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cottage Suites

52-89 Cottage StMiddletown, NY 10940
property at 24 Cromwell Hill Rd

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24 Cromwell Hill Rd

MonroeNY10950

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Chester, NY Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Liberty Green ApartmentsLG11BR,1BA$495
Devon Woods2nd Fl 1br1BR,1BA$914
Hearthstone Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath - 50%1BR,1BA$1,075
Knox Village1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,555
Sutton Hill ApartmentsSutton Hill Type 31BR,1BA$1,720
Idlewild Creek Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,742
Hawkins Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,750
Crestwood Apartments1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,750
Rockwood Gardens Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,750
Loosestrife Fields1 Bedroom 1 bath1BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Regency Club2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$2.16
Woodbury GardensTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.28
Loosestrife Fields1 Bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.29
Lamplight Village Apartments1 bedroom 1st floor1BR,1BA$2.38
Hawkins Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.26
Knox Village1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.05
Crestwood Apartments1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.37
Liberty Green ApartmentsLG11BR,1BA$0.68
Devon Woods1st Fl 1br1BR,1BA$1.47
Hearthstone Apartments1 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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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

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I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

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