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Hyde Park Townhomes
1 Bedroom Apartments

Hyde Park Townhomes

4223 Hyde Park DrChester, VA 23831
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Ashton Creek
1 Bedroom Apartments

Ashton Creek

4201 Creek WayChester, VA 23831
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Fountain Square
1 Bedroom Apartments

Fountain Square

4300-4318 Fountain Square DrChester, VA 23831
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Colonial Ridge
1 Bedroom Apartments

Colonial Ridge

2609 Mangowood DrColonial Heights, VA 23834
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Chester, VA Local Guide

Largest Available Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Chester, VA is found at River Forest and is 895 square feet priced from $1,481. Garden Springs has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 868 square feet and currently listed start at $1,618. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Chester:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
River ForestA3895 Sq Ft$1,481
Garden SpringsFirenzi 1BR 1BA868 Sq Ft$1,618
The Reserve at RivingtonJames810 Sq Ft$1,748
River's Bend Apartment HomesThe Berkeley782 Sq Ft$1,350
Ashton CreekRosemont II744 Sq Ft$1,550
Hyde Park TownhomesThe Ranch700 Sq Ft$1,115
The Lawton TownhomesA1665 Sq Ft$1,378
Waterside at IronbridgeChesdin656 Sq Ft$1,524
Madison IronbridgeA1652 Sq Ft$1,583

Cheapest Available Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of November 14, 2025 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 River Forest starting at $1,314 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Chester is currently $1,564. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Chester:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
River's Bend Apartment HomesThe Agecroft$1,275
River ForestA1$1,314
The Lawton TownhomesA1$1,378
Waterside at IronbridgeChesdin$1,539
Ashton CreekRosemont II$1,550
Garden SpringsFirenzi 1BR 1BA$1,626
Madison IronbridgeA1$1,632
The Reserve at RivingtonJames$1,748

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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

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The Ultimate Renter's Guide for Finding the Perfect Student Friendly Richmond Neighborhood to Rent

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Getting Around Chester, VA

Walk Score®

29 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

32 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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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 $1,564.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Chester Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Chester is a 895 square feet unit starting from $1,481 at River Forest.

What is the average size for Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Chester is currently 1,035 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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A Local Experts Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Richmond, VA

Written by: Richard Corrigan

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.