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Apartments under $1,700 for Rent in Chester, VA

154 Rentals
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  2. Building Photo - White Oak
    $326 Off
    Price Drop. $326 Off
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    2 BEDS
    $1,888
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,658 - $2,019
    Required Monthly Fees$230
    Total Monthly Price$1,888 - $2,249

    White Oak

    1920 Dunlap C..., Chester, VA 23836
    (804) 735-1412
  4. Good Value
    1 BED
    $1,454
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,389
    Required Monthly Fees$65
    Total Monthly Price$1,454

    Festival Park

    3524 Festival Park Plz, Chester, VA 23831
    (804) 509-2887
  6. $206 Off
    Price Drop. $206 Off
    1 BED
    $1,639
    Plus Fees - 12 Month Lease

    The River

    1350 Meadowville Technology Pky, Chester, VA 23836
    (804) 719-3667
  8. |
    1 BED
    $1,410+
    2 BEDS
    $1,610+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,345 - $1,610
    Required Monthly Fees$65
    Total Monthly Price$1,410 - $1,675

    Colony Village

    10250 Colony Village Way, North Chesterfield, VA 23237
    (804) 735-0294
  10. Building Photo - Waterside at Ironbridge
    1 BED
    $1,412+
    2 BEDS
    $1,626+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,303 - $1,714
    Required Monthly Fees$109 - $114
    Total Monthly Price$1,412 - $1,828

    Waterside at Ironbridge

    11800 Lake Falls Dr, Chester, VA 23831
    (804) 735-1245
  11. 1 BED
    $1,631
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,611 - $1,920
    Required Monthly Fees$19
    Total Monthly Price$1,630 - $1,939
         - 12 Month Lease

    The Reserve at Rivington

    12000 Reserve Manor Cir, Chester, VA 23831
    (804) 312-5436
  13. 1 BED
    $1,287+
    2 BEDS
    $1,487+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,275 - $1,900
    Required Monthly Fees$12 - $17
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,287 - $1,917

    River's Bend Apartment Homes

    401 Liverpool Cir, Chester, VA 23836
    (804) 571-7551
  18. Building Photo - Lambert Landing II
    2 BEDS
    $1,165+
    3 BEDS
    $1,344+
    Plus Fees - 12 Month Lease

    Lambert Landing II

    11412 Elokomin Ave, Chester, VA 23831
  20. Building Photo - 11905 Centre St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,350
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,350
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,350

    11905 Centre St Unit 112

    11905 Centre St, Chester, VA 23831
  21. Building Photo - 11905 Centre St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,300
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,300
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,300

    11905 Centre St Unit 114

    11905 Centre St, Chester, VA 23831
  22. 3 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS
    $1,695
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,695
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,695

    15709 Gary Ave

    15709 Gary Ave, Chester, VA 23831
  23. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $995
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$995
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$995

    11308 Rte 1 Unit 1 bedroom

    11308 Rte 1, Richmond, VA 23237

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Chester at a Glance

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$1,532
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Chester, VA Apartments for Rent

Chester is a census-designated place in Chesterfield County, perfectly positioned between the James River and Appomattox River for easy access to both Richmond and Petersburg. If you're looking for apartments for rent in Chester, you'll discover a friendly community that offers suburban comfort alongside cool historical spots like Henricus Historical Park and great outdoor spaces including R. Garland Park at Point Rocks and Goyne Park.

Renting in Chester is perfect for anyone wanting a peaceful neighborhood while staying close to work opportunities in Richmond and Petersburg. You'll find welcoming apartment communities tucked along tree-lined streets, with State Route 10 running right through the heart of town. Head over to US Highway 1 for all your shopping needs, tasty dining spots, and daily essentials. With a median household income around $73,000 and about 25,600 neighbors, Chester delivers that relaxed suburban feel with big-city perks nearby, plus awesome outdoor adventures along the riverfront.

Renting in Chester

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  • Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
  • South Chester 727 Sq Ft $1,513/mo

Getting Around Chester

Transportation

29

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
32

Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.
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Minimal Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
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Thomas Dale High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
2,556 Students
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Elizabeth Davis Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
1,337 Students
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Carver Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
1,022 Students

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