
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Chester, VA from $500 (39 Rentals)
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0 N Cresthill Ct

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Ashton Creek

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Arbor Lake

15815 Meridian Ave
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Broadwater Townhomes

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Garden Springs Apartments

Jane at Moore's Lake

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The Reserve at Rivington

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Chesterfield Gardens

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The River
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Chester Village Green

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Madison Ironbridge

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Festival Park

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Chester Village Senior Apartments

14109 Central Ave

Liberty Gardens

0 Chalkley Rd
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7826 Senate St

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The Lawton Townhomes

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Colony Village

2305 Alfalfa Ln

2315 Alfalfa Ln

3145 Parkdale Rd

Courthouse Senior Apartments

921 Lakeview Ave

206 Spring Dr
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8806 Leafycreek Dr
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 | $1,585 | $566 | $2,071 |
| Chester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,895 | $628 | $9,910 |
| Chester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,814 | $1,499 | $2,566 |
| Chester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,189 | $2,189 | $2,189 |
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Cheapest Available Chester Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Chester, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at Lambert Landing I in the Cypress Woods neighborhood priced from $582. The Lawton Townhomes in the Cascade Creek neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,328. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chester apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lambert Landing I | 2 Bdrm 951 sqft | 2BR,1BA | $582 |
| The Lawton Townhomes | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,328 |
| Ashton Creek | Rosemont I | 1BR,1BA | $1,344 |
| River's Bend Apartment Homes | The Berkeley | 1BR,1BA | $1,362 |
| River Forest | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,394 |
| Arbor Lake | Lake House | 2BR,2BA | $1,419 |
| Chester Village Senior Apartments | 2 Bed, 1 Bath TC | 2BR,1BA | $1,430 |
| Liberty Gardens | 2 bedroom 60% | 2BR,2BA | $1,446 |
| Waterside at Ironbridge | Potomac | 1BR,1BA | $1,460 |
| Broadwater Townhomes | C1 Income Restricted | 3BR,2BA | $1,499 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chester, VA
As of July 25, 2026 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 in the Chesterfield County neighborhood starting from $1,499. The second greatest value Chester apartment is the The Charleston Model at Hyde Park Townhomes starting at $1,576 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Chesterfield County 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broadwater Townhomes | C1 Income Restricted | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.03 |
| Hyde Park Townhomes | The Charleston | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.13 |
| Lambert Landing I | 3 Bdrm 1198 sqft | 3BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| Liberty Gardens | 3 bedroom 70% | 3BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| The Station Apartments | B5 | 2BR,2BA | $1.76 |
| The Reserve at Rivington | Petersburg | 2BR,2BA | $1.79 |
| Rivermont Crossing Townhomes & Apartments | THE AZALEA | 2BR,2BA | $1.75 |
| Arbor Lake | Lake House | 2BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| Waterside at Ironbridge | Potomac | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| River's Bend Apartment Homes | The Berkeley | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
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Best Local Schools in Chester, VA
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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 $1,328 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 $582 at Lambert Landing I.
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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