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Charles City, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Charles City Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Charles City, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Cedarwood Manor priced from $922. Lafayette Village Family Apartments in the Regency at Longhill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $938. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Charles City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cedarwood Manor1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$922
Lafayette Village Family ApartmentsTwo Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$938
Puddledock Place1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$942
Riverside ParkWelcome home to Riverside Park! There are no g...1BR,1BA$999
Grande Oak - A 55+ community!Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,063

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Charles City, VA and Nearby

As of January 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Charles City area is the $1.29 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Bailey's Ridge in the in the Petersburg Prince George neighborhood starting from $1,390. The second greatest value Charles City apartment is the Scarlet Model at White Oak starting at $1,550 with a $1.45 price per square foot in the Cypress Woods neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Charles City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Bailey's Ridge3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.29
White OakScarlet2BR,2BA$1.45
Canterbury Townhomes2 BR Townhouse2BR,1.5BA$1.38
Farmingdale TownhousesWilliamsburg2BR,1BA$1.34
PinetreeB12BR,2BA$1.19
Grande Oak - A 55+ community!Two Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.12
Twin Rivers TownhomesLanding - Luxury II Renovation Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.44
Woods of WilliamsburgFlowering Dogwood-Renovated2BR,1BA$1.42
Lafayette Village Family ApartmentsTwo Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.21
Puddledock Place1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.26

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Charles City

What type of rentals are currently available in Charles City?

There are currently 40 Apartments for Rent in Charles City, VA with pricing that ranges from $815 to $4,024. There are also 38 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Charles City ranging from $850 to $3,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Charles City?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Charles City ranges from $850 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,938.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!