
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Chesterfield, VA from $500 (47 Rentals)
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4412 Braden Woods Dr

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The Lawton Townhomes

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Sterling Glen Apartments

Livingston Apartment Flats

Courthouse Senior Apartments

0 Chalkley Rd

5741 Turkey Oak Rd

6428 Elkhardt Rd
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6434 Elkhardt Rd

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Residence at Brookside

Brookmont

Mallard Cove Apartments

The Park at Ridgedale

The Cascade at Foundry Creek

Meridian Watermark

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Chesterfield Flats

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Manchester Lake Townhomes
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Belmont Hills Apartments

Shady Creek

Watermark Gardens

Hunter's Chase Apartments

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Overlook at Falling Creek Apartment Homes

Rockwood Park

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Cross Creek Apartments

Arbor Lake

Cloverleaf Lake Townhouse Apartments
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9342 Fox Run Dr

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Waterside at Ironbridge

River Forest

The Vinings Apartments

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Austin Woods

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Addison at Swift Creek

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Swift Creek Commons Apartments

Garden Springs Apartments

Glenmoor Oaks
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The Reserve at Rivington

Foxwood

Kingswood Cove

3136 Parkdale Rd

Woodlake Village-Waterpointe Apartments

5502 Stella Rd

Genito Glen Apartments

Forest Creek SR
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2669 Wayside Dr

2003 Bethany Ridge Terrace
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 | $1,525 | $511 | $1,940 |
| Cheap Chesterfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,795 | $1,130 | $3,020 |
| Cheap Chesterfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,069 | $1,210 | $3,511 |
| Cheap Chesterfield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,320 | $1,320 | $1,320 |
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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 priced from $511. Kingswood Cove in the Midlothian neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $995. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chesterfield apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashlake Crossings Apartments 55+ Community | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $511 |
| Kingswood Cove | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Residence at Brookside | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,008 |
| Brookmont | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,149 |
| The Cascade at Foundry Creek | 1/1 Vista | 1BR,1BA | $1,208 |
| Meridian Watermark | Afton 50% | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Chesterfield Flats | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,254 |
| Shady Creek | Piney | 2BR,1BA | $1,335 |
| Hunter's Chase Apartments | Chesterfield Cup | 1BR,1BA | $1,366 |
| The Lawton Townhomes | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,388 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chesterfield, VA
As of June 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chesterfield area is the $1.44 price per square foot 3x2 Model at Overlook at Falling Creek Apartment Homes in the in the Cascade Creek neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Chesterfield apartment is the Renovated Three Bedroom Townhome Model at Residence at Brookside starting at $1,813 with a $1.67 price per square foot in the Midlothian neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overlook at Falling Creek Apartment Homes | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Residence at Brookside | Renovated Three Bedroom Townhome | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.67 |
| Cloverleaf Lake Townhouse Apartments | 2 BR | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.53 |
| The Reserve at Rivington | Edenshire | 2BR,2BA | $1.79 |
| Addison at Swift Creek | Windsor | 2BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| Ashlake Crossings Apartments 55+ Community | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| Brookmont | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| The Park at Ridgedale | 2 BED 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Shady Creek | Piney | 2BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Kingswood Cove | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
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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 Overlook at Falling Creek Apartment Homes and starts from $1,600.
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