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


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The Reserve at Rivington

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Colbrook Apartments

4300-4318 Chester Village Ln

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The Lawton Townhomes

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2812 Amherst Ridge Way

5741 Turkey Oak Rd

126 Suffolk Ave

Chester Masionette Apartments

9608 Jefferson Davis Hwy
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Courthouse Senior Apartments

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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 | $1,633 | $566 | $2,750 |
| Chester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,887 | $628 | $10,000+ |
| Chester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,048 | $1,598 | $2,580 |
| Chester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,770 | $1,770 | $1,770 |
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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 $1,546. The Reserve at Rivington has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 810 square feet and currently listed start at $1,830. 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 | $1,546 |
| The Reserve at Rivington | James | 810 Sq Ft | $1,830 |
| Ashton Creek | Rosemont III | 790 Sq Ft | $1,762 |
| River's Bend Apartment Homes | The Berkeley | 782 Sq Ft | $1,362 |
| Jane at Moore's Lake | A2 | 761 Sq Ft | $1,917 |
| River Forest | A1 | 662 Sq Ft | $1,521 |
| Waterside at Ironbridge | Chesdin | 656 Sq Ft | $1,515 |
| Madison Ironbridge | A1 | 652 Sq Ft | $1,685 |
| The River | Harbor | 646 Sq Ft | $1,753 |
Cheapest Available Chester 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of May 24, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Chester, VA is the The Agecroft Model starting from $1,287 at River's Bend Apartment Homes in the Cypress Woods neighborhood. The second most affordable Chester 1 Bedroom is the Rosemont II Model at Ashton Creek starting at $1,500 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Chester is currently $1,633. 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 | $1,287 |
| Ashton Creek | Rosemont II | $1,500 |
| Waterside at Ironbridge | Chesdin | $1,515 |
| River Forest | A1 | $1,521 |
| Garden Springs Apartments | Firenzi 1BR 1BA | $1,606 |
| Jane at Moore's Lake | A1 | $1,640 |
| Madison Ironbridge | A1 | $1,685 |
| The River | Current | $1,723 |
| The Reserve at Rivington | James | $1,830 |
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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 $1,633.
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 $1,546 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 1,026 sq ft.
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