
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Chester, SC from $825 (35 Rentals)
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140 Gadsden St

Chester Manor Apartments

Talford Greene

Russell's Chester Duplexes

107 Pine St

106 Academy St

142 Gadsden St
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Forest Oaks Apartment Homes

Estates at Rock Hill

Patriots Crossing

Dunbar Place
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Edgewood Place

Wildwood Springs

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The Alexander Apartment Homes

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Bradford Park

Country Club Apartments

Brookstone Apartment Homes

The Brixton

424 Dave Lyle Blvd

565 Harrison St

806 Green St

1275 Mt Holly Rd
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232 Columbia Ave

241 Marion St
Chester, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chester?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chester Studio Apartments | $1,186 | $1,050 | $1,405 |
| Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,328 | $1,100 | $2,377 |
| Chester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,477 | $825 | $2,526 |
| Chester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,745 | $1,456 | $3,030 |
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Cheapest Available Chester Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Chester, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at Talford Greene in the Chester County neighborhood priced from $757. Hillcrest Apartments in the Chester County neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $825. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chester apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Talford Greene | 1 Bdrm | 1BR, 1BA | $757 |
| Hillcrest Apartments | Rook Updated Chester 2 bed/1 bath | 2BR, 1BA | $825 |
| 140 Gadsden St | The Lantern Loft | Studio, 1BA | $1,050 |
| The Villas at Garden Way | Studio - Call For Availability | Studio, 1BA | $1,075 |
| Gable Oaks Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1,095 |
| Gallant Place Apartments | A 1bd | 1BR, 1BA | $1,100 |
| Estates at Rock Hill | 1x1 Garden Standard Phase I - Call For Avail. | 1BR, 1BA | $1,125 |
| Patriots Crossing | A1 | 1BR, 1BA | $1,140 |
| Quail Ridge | 1BR Garden Unit | 1BR, 1BA | $1,195 |
| Yorktowne Village Apartments | 1x1 Standard-Call For Availability | 1BR, 1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chester, SC and Nearby
As of September 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chester area is the $1.29 price per square foot 3x2 Townhome Model at Wildwood Springs in the Stonewood neighborhood starting from $1,687. The second greatest value Chester apartment is the Two Bedroom 2 Bath- 1132 sqft Model at Forest Oaks Apartment Homes in the Heathwood neighborhood starting at $1,400 with a $1.24 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wildwood Springs | 3x2 Townhome | 3BR, 2BA | $1.29 |
| Forest Oaks Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom 2 Bath- 1132 sqft | 2BR, 2BA | $1.24 |
| Edgewood Place | 2 bed, 2 bath | 2BR, 2BA | $1.38 |
| Bradford Park | Belmont | 2BR, 2BA | $1.44 |
| East Gate Villas | 2BR 1.5BA Garden apt | 2BR, 1.5BA | $1.34 |
| The Linden Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom | 2BR, 2BA | $1.40 |
| The Alexander Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom | 2BR, 2BA | $1.28 |
| Kensington Square | 2 TH | 2BR, 1.5BA | $1.33 |
| Talford Greene | 1 Bdrm | 1BR, 1BA | $0.93 |
| Hillcrest Apartments | Emperor Chester Remodel 2 bed/1 bath | 2BR, 1BA | $1.21 |
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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 Gable Oaks Apartment Homes listed at $1,030.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chester Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chester Apartment is $757 at Talford Greene.
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 $825 at Hillcrest Apartments.
What is the most affordable Chester Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Chester Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Estates at Rock Hill and starts from $1,475.
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