
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Charlottesville County, VA from $600 (42 Rentals)
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720-772-772 Prospect Ave

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222 Stribling Ave, Unit A

Kindlewood

Timberlake Place Apartments

Carlton Views

502 14th St NW

Hearthwood
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416 E Main St

Forest Street Apartments

Wertland Square

761 King St

1220 Smith St

2114 Ivy Rd

416 E Main St

Greenstone on 5th - Tax Credit
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930 Rainier Rd

West Main Apartments

Lambeth Lofts

1534 Virginia Ave

Ephphatha Village Apartments

211 Chancellor St

2006 Jefferson Park Ave

Emerald Square
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The James Madison Apartments

Friendship Court

Culbreth Court Apartments

Woodrow

326 Riverside Ave

Lyndhall

Water Street Apartments

432 3rd St NE
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Altamont Circle Apartments

1104 Altavista Ave

The Meadows Apartments

Waverly Court

1243 Cedars Ct

1311 Wertland St

Rivanna Terrace

Crestview Apartments
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256 Stribling Ave

The 12 Twelve
Charlottesville County, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Charlottesville County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charlottesville County Studio Apartments | $1,493 | $630 | $1,871 |
| Charlottesville County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,893 | $655 | $4,224 |
| Charlottesville County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,067 | $760 | $4,677 |
| Charlottesville County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,276 | $813 | $5,555 |
| Charlottesville County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,951 | $1,285 | $4,620 |
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Cheapest Available Charlottesville County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Charlottesville County, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Kindlewood in the Ridge Street neighborhood priced from $744. Crestline Charlottesville in the Ridge Street neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $849. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Charlottesville County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kindlewood | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $744 |
| Crestline Charlottesville | Berkeley 2 - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $849 |
| Grandmarc at the Corner | 2Dx2S - Double w/ Shared Bath | 2BR,2BA | $895 |
| Varsity Park | Varsity Park UVA - Luxury Student Living | 4BR,3BA | $950 |
| Timberlake Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $983 |
| Hearthwood | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,236 |
| Forest Street Apartments | 2 BR, 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Tarleton Square | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,409 |
| The Meadows Apartments | 1Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,487 |
| The Pavilion at North Grounds | 2 Bed 2 Bath - B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1,489 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Charlottesville County, VA
As of February 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Charlottesville 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 Charlottesville County apartment is the Carter *Newly Renovated Model at Attain on 5th starting at $1,850 with a $1.80 price per square foot in the Johnson Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Charlottesville 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 |
| Attain on 5th | Carter *Newly Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.80 |
| The Pavilion at North Grounds | 2 Bed 2 Bath - B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| 114 Howard Dr, Unit Apartment #1 | 114 Howard Dr | 2BR,2BA | $1.80 |
| Forest Street Apartments | 2 BR, 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| City Walk Apartments | A-3 | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Locust Grove | Dove | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Crestline Charlottesville | Bronson -2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.97 |
| Timberlake Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Kindlewood | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Charlottesville County Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Charlottesville County?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Charlottesville County is at Hearthwood listed at $1,236.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Charlottesville County Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Charlottesville County Apartment is $744 at Kindlewood.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Charlottesville County Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Charlottesville County is starting from $849 at Crestline Charlottesville.
What is the most affordable Charlottesville County Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Charlottesville County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Forest Street Apartments and starts from $1,499.
Expert Rental Resources
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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Written by: Bob Mallory
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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.