
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Chester, NY from $500 (8 Rentals)
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Crestwood Apartments
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Stevens Manor Apartments

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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 |
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Cheap Chester Studio Apartments | $1,710 | $1,450 | $1,900 |
Cheap Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,973 | $594 | $3,522 |
Cheap Chester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,366 | $698 | $4,221 |
Cheap Chester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,811 | $2,450 | $3,465 |
Cheap Chester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,500 | $8,500 | $8,500 |
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Cheapest Available Chester Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Chester, NY is a Studio unit found at Crestwood Apartments in the Downtown Middletown neighborhood priced from $1,450. Stevens Manor Apartments in the Middletown Goshen neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,525. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chester apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Crestwood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
Stevens Manor Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,525 |
Knox Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,555 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chester, NY
As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chester area is the $1.63 price per square foot 3 Bed 1 Bath Model at The 211 Luxury Lofts in the in the Downtown Middletown neighborhood starting from $2,450. The second greatest value Chester apartment is the 1BR/Den/1.5BA Model at The Regency Club starting at $2,350 with a $2.05 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. |
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The 211 Luxury Lofts | 3 Bed 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.63 |
The Regency Club | 1BR/Den/1.5BA | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.05 |
Woodbury Gardens | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.02 |
The Park At Main | C | 2BR,2BA | $2.25 |
Idlewild Creek Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.06 |
Brookside Garden Apartments | 2 bedroom 1st floor | 2BR,1BA | $2.25 |
Kensington Manor | New Construction | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
Summit Terrace Luxury Apartments | Rockland | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
Slatewood Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
Knox Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
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Getting Around Chester, NY
Walk Score®
29 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
23 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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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 Crestwood Apartments listed at $1,450.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chester Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chester Apartment is $1,555 at Knox Village.
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.
What is the most affordable Chester Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Chester Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Knox Village and starts from $2,200.
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