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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charlottesville Studio Apartments with Rent Specials | $1,871 | $630 | $2,999 |
| Charlottesville 1 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $1,973 | $735 | $3,525 |
| Charlottesville 2 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $2,112 | $760 | $3,904 |
| Charlottesville 3 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $2,398 | $813 | $4,181 |
| Charlottesville 4 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $1,764 | $1,144 | $4,100 |
Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending this month for top Charlottesville, VA apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!
LIMITED-TIME LEASING SPECIAL! Be one of the first 10 qualifying applicants to sign a 12-month lease and move in on or before September 30, 2026, and receive September rent FREE plus 10% off rent for the remaining 11 months! Once all 10 specials are claimed, they’re gone—apply today! Restrictions apply. Contact the leasing office for complete details.Expires September 30, 2026
NOW LEASING FOR THE 2026 - 2027 SCHOOL YEAR! FREE RENT FOR THE 1ST FULL MONTH!Expires September 30, 2026
Why wait? Your new home is ready, and your first full month is on us! Lease a select home at Hickory Hope and receive ONE FULL MONTH OF RENT FREE.* Limited availability. Tour today and lock in your new home before this special ends!* *Restrictions apply. Select homes and qualifying leases only. Contact the leasing office for details.Expires September 30, 2026
1-3 months free on select units. Only $500 security deposit. Apply within 24 hr of tour and get $250 credit to account on select apartment. * specials vary on select units and with approved applications. * some restrictions do applyExpires September 24, 2026
LIMITED TIME ONLY! Sign a twelve month lease agreement by September and received ONE MONTH FREE at One Hundred Avon. Short Term Leases NOW AVAILABLEExpires September 15, 2026
2 Months Free Plus WAIVED Admin Fee!Expires September 12, 2026
THE JAMES IS NOW OPEN—RECEIVE 2 MONTHS FREE! Immediate move-ins are available. Come tour The James today and find your new home in Charlottesville!Expires September 12, 2026
2 Months Free Plus WAIVED Admin Fee!Expires September 12, 2026
Special Offer: Up to 1 Month Free Base Rent on 13-Month Leases + More! * Min. term & restrictions apply. Other costs & fees excl. Offer may change.Expires September 12, 2026
$1000 off your second month of rent. Tour today!Expires September 12, 2026
Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Charlottesville, VA. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.
LIMITED TIME ONLY! Sign a twelve month lease agreement by September and received ONE MONTH FREE at One Hundred Avon. Short Term Leases NOW AVAILABLE
THE JAMES IS NOW OPEN—RECEIVE 2 MONTHS FREE! Immediate move-ins are available. Come tour The James today and find your new home in Charlottesville!
Lease now and receive two months of base rent free! Must lease by 10/15/2026. Restrictions apply. Please see a Leasing Agent for more details.
Lease now and receive two months of base rent free! Must lease by 10/15/2026. Restrictions apply. Please see a Leasing Agent for more details.
Why wait? Your new home is ready, and your first full month is on us! Lease a select home at Hickory Hope and receive ONE FULL MONTH OF RENT FREE.* Limited availability. Tour today and lock in your new home before this special ends!* *Restrictions apply. Select homes and qualifying leases only. Contact the leasing office for details.
Waived App & Admin
Summer Specials are HERE! Move in by September 15th and get One Month FREE! Schedule your tour today! *Terms and Conditions Apply.
8 weeks rent FREE competitive pricing on our immediate move ins, must move in by 9/30!
2 Months Free Plus WAIVED Admin Fee!
2 Months Free Plus WAIVED Admin Fee!
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Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Charlottesville is at Crestline Charlottesville listed at $825.
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Charlottesville is $2,176.
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Charlottesville is a 1,733 square feet unit starting from $1,792 at Beacon on 5th.
The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Charlottesville is currently at 770 sq ft.
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