
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chester, VA (31 Rentals)


Jane at Moore's Lake

White Oak

The Station Apartments

The Reserve at Rivington

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Chester, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chester?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,566 | $1,295 | $1,895 |
| Chester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,773 | $1,375 | $2,650 |
| Chester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,018 | $1,598 | $2,588 |
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Largest Available Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Chester, VA is found at Garden Springs Apartments and is 868 square feet priced from $1,574. The Reserve at Rivington has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 810 square feet and currently listed start at $1,895. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Chester:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garden Springs Apartments | Firenzi 1BR 1BA | 868 Sq Ft | $1,574 |
| The Reserve at Rivington | James | 810 Sq Ft | $1,895 |
| River's Bend Apartment Homes | The Berkeley | 782 Sq Ft | $1,350 |
| Ashton Creek | Rosemont II | 744 Sq Ft | $1,474 |
| The Station Apartments | A1 | 718 Sq Ft | $1,600 |
| The River | Sandbar | 713 Sq Ft | $1,579 |
| The Lawton Townhomes | A2 | 675 Sq Ft | $1,350 |
| River Forest | A1 | 662 Sq Ft | $1,314 |
| Waterside at Ironbridge | Chesdin | 656 Sq Ft | $1,386 |
| Madison Ironbridge | A1 | 652 Sq Ft | $1,645 |
Cheapest Available Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of January 03, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Chester, VA is the The Agecroft Model starting from $1,275 at River's Bend Apartment Homes in the Cypress Woods neighborhood. The second most affordable Chester 1 Bedroom is the A1 Model at The Lawton Townhomes starting at $1,309 in the Cascade Creek neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Chester is currently $1,566. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Chester:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| River's Bend Apartment Homes | The Agecroft | $1,275 |
| The Lawton Townhomes | A1 | $1,309 |
| River Forest | A1 | $1,314 |
| Waterside at Ironbridge | Chesdin | $1,386 |
| Ashton Creek | Rosemont II | $1,474 |
| Garden Springs Apartments | Firenzi 1BR 1BA | $1,574 |
| The River | Sandbar | $1,579 |
| The Station Apartments | A1 | $1,600 |
| Madison Ironbridge | A1 | $1,645 |
| The Reserve at Rivington | James | $1,895 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Chester Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Chester Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Chester is $1,566.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Chester Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Chester is a 868 square feet unit starting from $1,574 at Garden Springs Apartments.
What is the average size for Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Chester is currently 1,027 sq ft.
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