
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chester, VA (29 Rentals)


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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chester?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,601 | $566 | $2,071 |
| Chester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,905 | $1,195 | $9,910 |
| Chester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,875 | $1,499 | $2,632 |
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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 in the Chesterfield County neighborhood and is 868 square feet priced from $1,536. Ashton Creek has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 790 square feet and currently listed start at $1,649. 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 | $1,536 |
| Ashton Creek | Rosemont III | 790 Sq Ft | $1,649 |
| River's Bend Apartment Homes | The Berkeley | 782 Sq Ft | $1,362 |
| Jane at Moore's Lake | A2 | 761 Sq Ft | $1,889 |
| Hyde Park Townhomes | The Ranch | 700 Sq Ft | $1,221 |
| The Lawton Townhomes | A2 | 675 Sq Ft | $1,314 |
| River Forest | A1 | 662 Sq Ft | $1,394 |
| Madison Ironbridge | A1 | 652 Sq Ft | $1,836 |
| The River | Harbor | 646 Sq Ft | $1,734 |
| Colony Village | A2 | 530 Sq Ft | $1,425 |
Cheapest Available Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of August 23, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Chester, VA is the The Ranch Model starting from $1,221 at Hyde Park Townhomes in the Chesterfield County neighborhood. The second most affordable Chester 1 Bedroom is the The Agecroft Model at River's Bend Apartment Homes starting at $1,287 in the Cypress Woods neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Chester is currently $1,601. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Chester:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Hyde Park Townhomes | The Ranch | $1,221 |
| River's Bend Apartment Homes | The Agecroft | $1,287 |
| The Lawton Townhomes | A2 | $1,312 |
| River Forest | A1 | $1,394 |
| Colony Village | A2 | $1,425 |
| Jane at Moore's Lake | A1 Type A | $1,517 |
| Garden Springs Apartments | Firenzi 1BR 1BA | $1,536 |
| Ashton Creek | Rosemont III | $1,649 |
| The River | Harbor | $1,734 |
| Madison Ironbridge | A1 | $1,836 |
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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 $1,601.
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 $1,536 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 1,031 sq ft.
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