
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Chester, TX from $400 (54 Rentals)
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Mill Town Seniors

Windhill Apartments

Banita Creek Apartments

Uptown Apartments

The Trails Apartments

Silvercreek Apartments

French Quarter Apartments

Brookhollow Apartments

Hidden Oaks
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Timbers Apartments

University Club Apartments

University Courtyard Apartments

Deer Cross

Sagewood Villas

Great Oaks Apartments

Northeast Hills

Deer Wood

Royal Oaks Apartments

Arbor Pines
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Chevy Chase Apartments

Reserve at Mott

The Magnolia

The Californian of Nacogdoches

Grand Oaks Apartments

Redland Ridge Apartments

Shadow Creek Apartments

Pine Hills

Russian River

Entrance Drive Apartments
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210 H Pickens Rd

Taliesin Apartments

The Colony Apartments

Campus Colony

Prospect Point

Preservation Hill Condos

Providence at Ted Trout

Jasper

Oakleaf Estates Apartments

Kountze
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WillowBrook Apartments

465 Impala Dr

Sunrise Landing Apartments

La Belle Vie - Senior Community - 62+

5972 TX-147

420 Moody St

205 Commerce St

810 Ellis Ave

Sleepy Hollow Apartments

2001 N Fm
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Chester, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chester?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chester Studio Apartments | $755 | $585 | $1,032 |
| Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $864 | $419 | $1,160 |
| Chester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,115 | $487 | $2,530 |
| Chester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,329 | $1,099 | $1,728 |
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Cheapest Available Chester Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Chester, TX is a Studio unit found at Windhill Apartments priced from $585. Banita Creek Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chester apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windhill Apartments | The Plateau | Studio,1BA | $585 |
| Banita Creek Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Silvercreek Apartments | Studio/EFF | Studio,1BA | $697 |
| Hidden Oaks | Studio | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| Brookhollow Apartments | 1 Bedroom Efficiency with Hollywood Bath | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| French Quarter Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Timbers Apartments | 1 BR x 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| University Club Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $709 |
| University Courtyard Apartments | 2 X 1 Small | 2BR,1BA | $729 |
| Livingston Pioneer Crossing | A1-50% | 1BR,1BA | $737 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chester, TX and Nearby
As of June 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chester area is the $0.97 price per square foot 3 Bed, 2 Bath (60% Income Restricted) Model at Arbor Pines in the starting from $1,127. The second greatest value Chester apartment is the Pinewood Model at Deer Wood starting at $1,133 with a $1.13 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arbor Pines | 3 Bed, 2 Bath (60% Income Restricted) | 3BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Deer Wood | Pinewood | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Campus Colony | Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.03 |
| Prospect Point | 2x2-60% | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Entrance Drive Apartments | University | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| The Overlook | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.92 |
| Mill Town Seniors | A 60 | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Banita Creek Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| University Courtyard Apartments | 2 X 1 Small | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| University Club Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
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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 Windhill Apartments listed at $585.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chester Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chester Apartment is $650 at Windhill 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 $729 at University Courtyard Apartments.
What is the most affordable Chester Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Chester Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at University Club Apartments and starts from $1,099.
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