
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Chesterfield, VA from $511 (52 Rentals)
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Residences at Brookside

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Brookmont

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The Cascade at Foundry Creek

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Chesterfield Flats

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Cross Creek Apartments

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Swift Creek Commons Apartments

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Shady Creek

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Arbor Lake

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Waterside at Ironbridge

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Cloverleaf Lake Townhouse Apartments

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Addison at Swift Creek

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Austin Woods

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Commonwealth Apartments

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The Reserve at Rivington

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Crowne Village at Swift Creek

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The Warwick at Foundry Creek

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Garden Springs Apartments

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Symphony Stonebridge

3921 Breezy Ct

0 Chalkley Rd
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2303 Druid Dr

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Chesterfield, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chesterfield?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Chesterfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,583 | $511 | $2,130 |
| Cheap Chesterfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,750 | $1,027 | $2,920 |
| Cheap Chesterfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,993 | $1,240 | $3,740 |
| Cheap Chesterfield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,350 | $1,350 | $1,350 |
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Cheapest Available Chesterfield Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Chesterfield, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Ashlake Crossings Apartments 55+ Community in the Chesterfield County neighborhood priced from $511. Residences at Brookside in the Midlothian neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,077. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chesterfield apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Ashlake Crossings Apartments 55+ Community | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $511 |
| Residences at Brookside | Renovated Galley Style One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,077 |
| Brookmont | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $1,149 |
| Mallard Cove Apartments | "The Cove" | 2BR, 1BA | $1,160 |
| The Cascade at Foundry Creek | 1/1 Vista | 1BR, 1BA | $1,193 |
| Chesterfield Flats | B2 | 2BR, 1BA | $1,239 |
| Cross Creek Apartments | 1 Bedroom Garden | 1BR, 1BA | $1,239 |
| Meridian Watermark | Afton 50% | 1BR, 1BA | $1,250 |
| Swift Creek Commons Apartments | A1 | 1BR, 1BA | $1,331 |
| Shady Creek | Piney | 2BR, 1BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chesterfield, VA
As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chesterfield area is the $1.56 price per square foot B2 Model at River Forest in the Chesterfield County neighborhood starting from $1,683. The second greatest value Chesterfield apartment is the 2 BR Model at Cloverleaf Lake Townhouse Apartments in the Midlothian neighborhood starting at $1,657 with a $1.56 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chesterfield apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| River Forest | B2 | 2BR, 2BA | $1.56 |
| Cloverleaf Lake Townhouse Apartments | 2 BR | 2BR, 1.5BA | $1.56 |
| Genito Glen Apartments | Three Bedroom Two Bathroom 60% | 3BR, 2BA | $1.59 |
| Ashlake Crossings Apartments 55+ Community | 2 Bedroom | 2BR, 2BA | $1.42 |
| Mallard Cove Apartments | "The Cove" | 2BR, 1BA | $1.32 |
| Arbor Lake | Lake House | 2BR, 2BA | $1.61 |
| Forest Creek SR | 2 Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1.66 |
| Swift Creek Commons Apartments | A1 | 1BR, 1BA | $1.58 |
| Brookmont | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $1.38 |
| Residences at Brookside | Renovated Galley Style One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1.56 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chesterfield Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chesterfield Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chesterfield Apartment is $511 at Ashlake Crossings Apartments 55+ Community.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Chesterfield Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Chesterfield is starting from $1,149 at Brookmont.
What is the most affordable Chesterfield Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Chesterfield Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Mallard Cove Apartments and starts from $1,270.
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