
Cheap Apartments for Rent in South Chesterfield, VA from $600 (33 Rentals)
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2812 Amherst Ridge Way

Lambert Landing I

Puddledock Place

New Castle Apartments

Madison Terrace Apartments

Lakeview Terrace Townhomes

Branders Bridge Apartments
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Colonial Court Apartments

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Terrace View Apartments

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Chester Townhomes

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Mattox Landing Apartments

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Canterbury Townhomes

Ashton Creek

Colony Wood Townhomes

2306 Johnson St

Freedman Point
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3807 Woodlawn St

Hopewell Lofts

Bailey's Ridge

1804 Freeman St

507 Hill Ave

800 Chestnut St

1118 Jett Ave

232 High St
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South Chesterfield, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Chesterfield?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Chesterfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,699 | $942 | $2,755 |
| South Chesterfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,836 | $628 | $2,880 |
| South Chesterfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,824 | $1,284 | $2,580 |
| South Chesterfield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,761 | $1,770 | $3,755 |
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Cheapest Available South Chesterfield Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in South Chesterfield, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Puddledock Place in the Petersburg Colonial Heights neighborhood priced from $942. Lakeview Terrace Townhomes in the Petersburg Chesterfield neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,075. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Chesterfield apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Puddledock Place | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $942 |
| Lakeview Terrace Townhomes | The James - Garden Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Freedman Point | 2 Bdrm A | 2BR,1BA | $1,087 |
| Lambert Landing I | 2 Bdrm 951 sqft | 2BR,1BA | $1,139 |
| Riverside Park | Welcome home to Riverside Park! Don't miss thi... | 1BR,1BA | $1,184 |
| Colonial Court Apartments | 2 Bed & 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Dunlop Farms | The Lee | 2BR,1BA | $1,231 |
| New Castle Apartments | NC 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,249 |
| Bailey's Ridge | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,300 |
| Twin Rivers Townhomes | Landing - Luxury II Renovation Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Chesterfield, VA
As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Chesterfield area is the $1.24 price per square foot The Charleston Model at Hyde Park Townhomes in the starting from $1,731. The second greatest value South Chesterfield apartment is the Colony Wood Townhomes Model at Colony Wood Townhomes starting at $1,495 with a $1.11 price per square foot in the Petersburg Chesterfield neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Chesterfield apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Hyde Park Townhomes | The Charleston | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.24 |
| Colony Wood Townhomes | Colony Wood Townhomes | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.11 |
| Lambert Landing I | 3 Bdrm 1198 sqft | 3BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| Terrace View Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| Bailey's Ridge | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| Mattox Landing Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| Canterbury Townhomes | 2 BR Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.40 |
| New Castle Apartments | RD 2x1.5 Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.36 |
| Farmingdale Townhouses | Williamsburg | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Puddledock Place | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Chesterfield Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Chesterfield Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Chesterfield Apartment is $942 at Puddledock Place.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Chesterfield Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Chesterfield is starting from $1,087 at Freedman Point.
What is the most affordable South Chesterfield Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Chesterfield Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Freedman Point and starts from $1,241.
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