
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Albemarle County, VA from $600 (42 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in Albemarle County.


Ryan School Apartments

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Treesdale

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Albemarle County, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Albemarle County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albemarle County Studio Apartments | $1,856 | $630 | $4,986 |
| Albemarle County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,902 | $857 | $3,535 |
| Albemarle County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,126 | $760 | $3,435 |
| Albemarle County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,349 | $813 | $3,806 |
| Albemarle County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,593 | $2,083 | $5,360 |
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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 Carlton Views in the North Downtown neighborhood priced from $859. Ryan School Apartments in the The Meadows neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $893. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Albemarle County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carlton Views | Phase I - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath A40 | 1BR,1BA | $859 |
| Ryan School Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $893 |
| Varsity Park | Varsity Park UVA - Luxury Student Living | 4BR,3BA | $950 |
| Treesdale | The Ivy | 2BR,2BA | $1,007 |
| Park's Edge Apartments | A1 (50% AMI) | 1BR,1BA | $1,093 |
| Westgate Apartments | Junior One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,129 |
| Hickory Hope Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,234 |
| Woods Edge Apartments - 55 and Better! | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1,248 |
| Spark Charlottesville | Exult | 2BR,1BA | $1,258 |
| Arbor Crest Apartments | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,308 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Albemarle County, VA
As of January 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Albemarle County area is the $0.67 price per square foot Varsity Park UVA - Luxury Student Living Model at Varsity Park in the in the 10th and Page neighborhood starting from $950. The second greatest value Albemarle County apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Arbors at 29 North starting at $1,647 with a $1.30 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Albemarle County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Varsity Park | Varsity Park UVA - Luxury Student Living | 4BR,3BA | $0.67 |
| Arbors at 29 North | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Treesdale | The Rivanna | 3BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| Woodlane Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| Rio Hill Apartments | The Virginian | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Blue Ridge Crossing Apartments & Townhomes | Two Bedroom Townhome - Renovated | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.51 |
| The Pavilion at North Grounds | 2 Bed 2 Bath - B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| Brookdale Apartments | 2br/bd | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| Park's Edge Apartments | A1 (50% AMI) | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Ryan School Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,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 The Arrowood listed at $1,625.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Albemarle County Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Albemarle County Apartment is $859 at Carlton Views.
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.
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