Cheap Homes for Rent in Charlottesville County, VA from $1,170 (26 Rentals)

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property at 211 Stribling Ave
$1,170

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,170

Total Monthly Price$1,170
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
Available Now
Cost Per Sq.Ft.

211 Stribling Ave

CharlottesvilleVA22903
property at 211 Shamrock Rd
$1,200

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Base Rent$1,200

Total Monthly Price$1,200
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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211 Shamrock Rd

CharlottesvilleVA22903
property at 1101 Grove St
$1,295

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,295

Total Monthly Price$1,295
12 Month Lease Term
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
Available Now
Cost Per Sq.Ft.

1101 Grove St

CharlottesvilleVA22903
property at 1101 Grove St
$1,295

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,295

Total Monthly Price$1,295
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Now
Cost Per Sq.Ft.

1101 Grove St, Unit B

1101 Grove St
CharlottesvilleVA22903

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property at 1212 Agnese St
$1,325

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,325

Total Monthly Price$1,325
12 Month Lease Term
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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1212 Agnese St

CharlottesvilleVA22901
property at 1243 Cedars Ct
$1,350

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Base Rent$1,350

Total Monthly Price$1,350
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Now
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1243 Cedars Ct

CharlottesvilleVA22903
property at 1905 Jefferson Park Ave
$1,400

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Base Rent$1,400

Total Monthly Price$1,400
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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1905 Jefferson Park Ave

CharlottesvilleVA22903
property at 1107 River Ct
$1,475

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,475

Total Monthly Price$1,475
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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1107 River Ct, Unit B

1107 River Ct
CharlottesvilleVA22901
property at 1107 River Ct
$1,475

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,475

Total Monthly Price$1,475
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
Available Now
Affordability

1107 River Ct

CharlottesvilleVA22901

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property at 1800 Jefferson Park Ave
$1,300 - $2,350

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,475

Total Monthly Price$1,475
1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals
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1800 Jefferson Park Ave

CharlottesvilleVA22903
property at 1305 Belleview Ave
$1,500

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Base Rent$1,500

Total Monthly Price$1,500
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
Available Now
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1305 Belleview Ave

CharlottesvilleVA22901
property at 1962 Lewis Mountain Rd
$1,550

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,550

Total Monthly Price$1,550
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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1962 Lewis Mountain Rd

CharlottesvilleVA22903
property at 423-10 1/2 10 1/2 St NW
$1,550

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Base Rent$1,550

Total Monthly Price$1,550
1 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent
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423-10 1/2 10 1/2 St NW

CharlottesvilleVA22903

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property at 130 Apple Tree Rd
$1,600

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,600

Total Monthly Price$1,600
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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130 Apple Tree Rd, Unit A

130 Apple Tree Rd
CharlottesvilleVA22903
property at 506 Hanover St
$1,600

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,600

Total Monthly Price$1,600
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
Available Now
Cost Per Sq.Ft.

506 Hanover St

CharlottesvilleVA22903
property at 415 Valley Rd Extension
$1,600

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,600

Total Monthly Price$1,600
12 Month Lease Term
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
Available Now
Affordability

415 Valley Rd Extension

CharlottesvilleVA22903
property at 511 1st St N
$1,625

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,625

Total Monthly Price$1,625
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Now
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511 1st St N

CharlottesvilleVA22902
property at 1210 Agnese St
$1,625

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,625

Total Monthly Price$1,625
2 Bedroom Rentals
Available Now
Affordability

1210 Agnese St

CharlottesvilleVA22901

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property at 1406 Chesapeake St
$1,695

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,695

Total Monthly Price$1,695
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
Available Now
Affordability

1406 Chesapeake St

CharlottesvilleVA22902
property at 1411 Short 18th St
$1,700

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,700

Total Monthly Price$1,700
3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent
Available Sep 15
Cost Per Sq.Ft.

1411 Short 18th St

CharlottesvilleVA22902

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. Grandmarc at the Corner in the 10th and Page neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $799. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Charlottesville County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Kindlewood1BR1BR,1BA$744
Grandmarc at the Corner2Dx2S - Double w/ Shared Bath2BR,2BA$799
Crestline CharlottesvilleBeacon 2 - 2x22BR,2BA$920
Timberlake Place Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$983
Emerald Square1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,095
Cherry SuitesPrivate Suite1BR,1BA$1,109
Lynnhaven Apartments2 Bedrooms2BR,1BA$1,195
Carlton ViewsPhase III - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath A50 (Type 1)1BR,1BA$1,212
HearthwoodStudioStudio,1BA$1,236
The Pavilion at North Grounds3 Bed 3 Bath - C43BR,3BA$1,239

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Charlottesville County, VA

As of September 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Charlottesville County area is the $1.62 price per square foot 116 Howard Dr Model at 116 Howard Dr, Unit Apt #1 in the in the 10th and Page neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Charlottesville County apartment is the 4x4 Balcony Model at Flats at West Village starting at $1,285 with a $0.91 price per square foot in the Ridge Street neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Charlottesville County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
116 Howard Dr, Unit Apt #1116 Howard Dr4BR,2.5BA$1.62
Flats at West Village4x4 Balcony4BR,4BA$0.91
Wertland SquareA4X2 Renovated4BR,2BA$0.92
Crestline CharlottesvilleConcord -3x33BR,3BA$1.30
Attain on 5thCarter *Newly Renovated2BR,2BA$1.92
The Pavilion at North Grounds2 Bed 2 Bath - B12BR,2BA$1.39
Grandmarc at the Corner2x2 Renovated2BR,2BA$1.59
Timberlake Place Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.40
Kindlewood1BR1BR,1BA$1.13
Lynnhaven Apartments1 Bedrooms1BR,1BA$1.99

Frequently Asked Questions about Charlottesville County

What type of rentals are currently available in Charlottesville County?

There are currently 198 Apartments for Rent in Charlottesville County, VA with pricing that ranges from $630 to $3,904. There are also 97 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Charlottesville County ranging from $1,170 to $7,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Charlottesville County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Charlottesville County ranges from $1,170 to $7,800 with an average monthly rent of $2,353.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Charlottesville County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Charlottesville County range from $813 to $3,685, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,700 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,165.

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