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Rental Market Trends in Chester, NY

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Chester, NY is $1,607/month.

Rent in Chester is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,663/month.

$1,607/month

Average Rent

826 Sq Ft

Average Size

+0.4%

Change / Year

22

Available Apartments

Chester rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Chester average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Chester average $1,607 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Chester average $1,806 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Chester average or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,607/month
826 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,806/month
882 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,075/month
1,614 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Chester, NY?

In the past year, rent has increased by 0.4%, which averages out to $7 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Chester, NY

July 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Chester, NY
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
40% $1,001 - $1,500/month
60% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Chester, NY?

Because the average rent in Chester is $1,607, you’ll want to make about $5,356 per month or $64,272 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

Chester, NY

22 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Chester, NY compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Chester, NY to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

Apartment Averages

Apartment Communities in Chester We Think You'll Love

45 Conklingtown Rd

45 Conklingtown Rd

45 Conklingtown Rd,
Chester, NY 10918

7 Beds | $13,683

28 Academy Ave

28 Academy Ave

28 Academy Ave,
Chester, NY 10918

3 Beds | $2,695

3 Brookside Ave

3 Brookside Ave

3 Brookside Ave,
Chester, NY 10918

3 Beds | $4,200

321 Museum Village Rd

321 Museum Village Rd

321 Museum Village Rd,
Monroe, NY 10950

5 Beds | $13,396

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Chester?

The average rent in Chester is $1,607 per month, which is 3.4% lower than the national average of $1,663.

What is the average rent for a house in Chester?

The average rent for a house in Chester, NY is $3,075 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Chester?

Rents in Chester, NY are increasing, with prices up 0.4% year-over-year and $7 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Chester?

In Chester, NY, 60% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States New York Chester Rental Trends

Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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