
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Chester, VA from $1,100 (22 Rentals)
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111 Newcastle Dr

Liberty Gardens

11308 Rte 1

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2413 Alfalfa Ln
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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 | $1,571 | $1,295 | $1,944 |
| Chester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,775 | $1,349 | $2,867 |
| Chester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,032 | $1,598 | $2,600 |
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Cheapest Available Chester Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Chester, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at River's Bend Apartment Homes in the Cypress Woods neighborhood priced from $1,275. River Forest has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,314. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chester apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| River's Bend Apartment Homes | The Agecroft | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| River Forest | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,314 |
| The Lawton Townhomes | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,328 |
| Chester Townhomes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| Waterside at Ironbridge | Chesdin | 1BR,1BA | $1,386 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chester, VA
As of January 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chester area is the $1.72 price per square foot B6 Model at The Station Apartments in the starting from $1,860. The second greatest value Chester apartment is the Scarlet Model at White Oak starting at $1,550 with a $1.45 price per square foot in the Cypress Woods neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Station Apartments | B6 | 2BR,2BA | $1.72 |
| White Oak | Scarlet | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| Rivermont Crossing Townhomes & Apartments | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath (TOWNHOME) | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.81 |
| Liberty Gardens | 2 bedroom 70% | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| Arbor Lake | Lake House | 2BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| Garden Springs Apartments | Firenzi 1BR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Colony Village | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.77 |
| Chester Townhomes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Hyde Park Townhomes | The Ranch | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| River's Bend Apartment Homes | The Agecroft | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
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Best Local Schools in Chester, VA
Elizabeth Scott Elementary
Elizabeth Davis Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chester Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chester Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chester Apartment is $1,275 at River's Bend Apartment Homes.
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 $1,375 at Chester Townhomes.
What is the most affordable Chester Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Chester Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Ashton Creek and starts from $1,592.
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