Cheap Apartments for Rent in Albemarle County, VA from $600 (47 Rentals)

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West Main Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

West Main Apartments

113 W Main StCharlottesville, VA 22902
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Lambeth Lofts
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lambeth Lofts

1801 Lambeth LnCharlottesville, VA 22903
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Eastham Village
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Eastham Village

2508 Eastham HillCharlottesville, VA 22911
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Glenwood Road Cottages
1 Bedroom Apartments

Glenwood Road Cottages

3550-3569 Glenwood RdCharlottesville, VA 22901
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Emerald Square
1 Bedroom Apartments

Emerald Square

2121 Angus RdCharlottesville, VA 22901
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Ivy Garden
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ivy Garden

100 Ivy DrCharlottesville, VA 22903
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Friendship Court
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Friendship Court

400-426 Garrett StCharlottesville, VA 22902
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Culbreth Court Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Culbreth Court Apartments

426 17th St NWCharlottesville, VA 22903
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Woodrow
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Woodrow

100 Stadium RdCharlottesville, VA 22903
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Lyndhall
1 Bedroom Apartments

Lyndhall

64 University WayCharlottesville, VA 22903

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2527 Hydraulic Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

2527 Hydraulic Rd

2527 Hydraulic RdCharlottesville, VA 22901
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432 3rd St NE
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

432 3rd St NE

432 3rd St NECharlottesville, VA 22902
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Waverly Court
2 Bedroom Apartments

Waverly Court

1918-1924 Swanson DrCharlottesville, VA 22901
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Rivanna Terrace
2 Bedroom Apartments

Rivanna Terrace

1220 Smith StCharlottesville, VA 22901
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Rugby McIntyre Apartments
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Rugby McIntyre Apartments

611 Rugby RdCharlottesville, VA 22903
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The 12 Twelve
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The 12 Twelve

1212 Cedars CtCharlottesville, VA 22903
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Cheapest Available Albemarle County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Albemarle County, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Ryan School Apartments in the The Meadows neighborhood priced from $893. Treesdale in the The Meadows neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,007. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Albemarle County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ryan School ApartmentsOne bedroom1BR,1BA$893
TreesdaleThe Ivy2BR,2BA$1,007
Carlton ViewsPhase I - 2 Bedroom 2 Bath B402BR,2BA$1,024
Westgate ApartmentsJunior One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,129
Park's Edge ApartmentsC1 (40% AMI)3BR,2BA$1,171
Spark CharlottesvilleWonder2BR,1BA$1,208
Woods Edge Apartments - 55 and Better!1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$1,248
Berkshire and Barter Court Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,281
Blue Ridge Crossing Apartments & TownhomesThree Bedroom - Renovated3BR,2BA$1,330
Arbor Crest ApartmentsTwo Bed One Bath2BR,1BA$1,345

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Albemarle County, VA

As of December 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Albemarle County area is the $1.30 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Arbors at 29 North in the starting from $1,647. The second greatest value Albemarle County apartment is the C1 (50% AMI) Model at Park's Edge Apartments starting at $1,498 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the The Meadows neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Albemarle County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Arbors at 29 North2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.30
Park's Edge ApartmentsC1 (50% AMI)3BR,2BA$1.33
Rio Hill ApartmentsThe Virginian2BR,1BA$1.42
Woodlane Apartments2x22BR,2BA$1.45
TreesdaleThe Ivy2BR,2BA$0.93
Brookdale Apartments2br/bd2BR,2BA$1.58
Carlton ViewsPhase I - 2 Bedroom 2 Bath B402BR,2BA$1.07
Spark CharlottesvilleExcite2BR,1BA$1.58
Blue Ridge Crossing Apartments & TownhomesTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.56
Ryan School ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.51

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Albemarle County Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Albemarle County?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Albemarle County is at Arden Place listed at $1,565.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Albemarle County Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Albemarle County Apartment is $893 at Ryan School Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Albemarle County Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Albemarle County is starting from $988 at Ryan School Apartments.

What is the most affordable Albemarle County Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Albemarle County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Treesdale and starts from $1,150.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.