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

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

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Chester, SC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Chester Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Chester, SC is a 2 Beds unit found at Hillcrest Apartments in the Chester County neighborhood priced from $850. Gable Oaks Apartment Homes in the Stonewood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,015. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chester apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hillcrest ApartmentsRook Updated Chester 2 bed/1 bath2BR,1BA$850
Gable Oaks Apartment HomesStudioStudio,1BA$1,015
The VintageA1 STUDIOStudio,1BA$1,027
140 Gadsden StThe Lantern LoftStudio,1BA$1,050
The Villas at Garden WayStudio - Call For AvailabilityStudio,1BA$1,075
Gallant Place ApartmentsA 1bd1BR,1BA$1,100
Estates at Rock Hill1x1 Garden Standard Phase I - Call For Avail.1BR,1BA$1,125
Patriots CrossingA11BR,1BA$1,180
Quail Ridge1BR Garden Unit1BR,1BA$1,195
Yorktowne Village Apartments1x1 Standard-Call For Availability1BR,1BA$1,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chester, SC and Nearby

As of August 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chester area is the $1.45 price per square foot Palmer Model at Gateway at Rock Hill in the in the Stonewood neighborhood starting from $1,905. The second greatest value Chester apartment is the BALSAM B4T Two Bedroom / One and a Half Bath To... Model at The Oaks at Little Dutchman Creek starting at $1,444 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Heathwood neighborhood. 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.
Gateway at Rock HillPalmer3BR,2BA$1.45
The Oaks at Little Dutchman CreekBALSAM B4T Two Bedroom / One and a Half Bath To...2BR,1.5BA$1.18
Elements at Rock Hill2 Bedroom Platinum2BR,2BA$1.44
Edgewood Place2 bed, 2 bath2BR,2BA$1.38
The Alexander Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.27
East Gate Villas2BR 1.5BA Garden apt2BR,1.5BA$1.34
The Linden Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.40
Kensington Square2 TH Reno2BR,1.5BA$1.41
Forest Oaks Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.37
Hillcrest ApartmentsEmperor Chester Remodel 2 bed/1 bath2BR,1BA$1.21

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 $1,015.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chester Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chester Apartment is $1,100 at Gallant Place 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 $850 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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.