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Hyde Park Townhomes
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Hyde Park Townhomes

4223 Hyde Park DrChester, VA 23831
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Chester, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Chester Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Chester, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Lawton Townhomes in the Cascade Creek neighborhood priced from $1,259. River's Bend Apartment Homes in the Cypress Woods neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,275. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chester apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Lawton TownhomesA11BR,1BA$1,259
River's Bend Apartment HomesThe Maymont1BR,1BA$1,275
River ForestA11BR,1BA$1,314
Chester TownhomesTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,375
Chesterfield GardensB22BR,2BA$1,439

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chester, VA

As of November 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chester area is the $1.03 price per square foot C1 Income Restricted Model at Broadwater Townhomes in the starting from $1,499. The second greatest value Chester apartment is the The Charleston Model at Hyde Park Townhomes starting at $1,608 with a $1.15 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Chester apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Broadwater TownhomesC1 Income Restricted3BR,2.5BA$1.03
Hyde Park TownhomesThe Charleston3BR,1.5BA$1.15
The Station ApartmentsB12BR,2BA$1.71
White OakScarlet2BR,2BA$1.57
Chesterfield GardensB12BR,2BA$1.53
Colony VillageB12BR,2BA$1.73
Chester TownhomesTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.64
12020 Winfree St, Unit 412020 Winfree St2BR,1BA$1.63
River's Bend Apartment HomesThe Agecroft1BR,1BA$1.83
The Lawton TownhomesA11BR,1BA$1.89

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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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  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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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 $1,259 at The Lawton Townhomes.

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 Broadwater Townhomes and starts from $1,499.

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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.

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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.