
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Barracks Road Neighborhood of Charlottesville, VA from $750 (32 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Barracks Road area of Charlottesville.


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University Heights

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Blue Ridge Crossing Apartments & Townhomes

708 Madison Ave

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The Jeffersonian

Lambeth Lofts
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Rugby McIntyre

2405 Barracks Ct

The Meadows Apartments

1605 Gordon Ave

423-10 1/2 10 1/2 St NW

1962 Lewis Mountain Rd
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The Greek on Virginia Avenue

University Forum

121 Hessian Hills Ridge

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210 Saponi Ln
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Barracks Road, Charlottesville, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Barracks Road?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barracks Road 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,908 | $949 | $2,477 |
| Barracks Road 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,092 | $799 | $3,321 |
| Barracks Road 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,839 | $1,199 | $4,181 |
| Barracks Road 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,281 | $1,249 | $3,738 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Barracks Road Neighborhood of Charlottesville, VA.
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Cheapest Available Barracks Road Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Barracks Road area of Charlottesville, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at Grandmarc at the Corner priced from $799. Emerald Square has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,095. Here are the most affordable Barracks Road apartments for rent in Charlottesville, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grandmarc at the Corner | 2Dx2S - Double w/ Shared Bath | 2BR,2BA | $799 |
| Emerald Square | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Lynnhaven Apartments | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| The Pavilion at North Grounds | 3 Bed 3 Bath - C4 | 3BR,3BA | $1,239 |
| The Meadows Apartments | 1Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,492 |
| The Jeffersonian | U21B - The Virginia | 2BR,1BA | $1,730 |
| Blue Ridge Crossing Apartments & Townhomes | Two Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1,755 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Barracks Road, VA
As of September 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Barracks Road 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 Barracks Road apartment is the Three Bedroom - Renovated Model at Blue Ridge Crossing Apartments & Townhomes starting at $2,391 with a $2.28 price per square foot in the The Meadows neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Barracks Road apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 116 Howard Dr, Unit Apt #1 | 116 Howard Dr | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.62 |
| Blue Ridge Crossing Apartments & Townhomes | Three Bedroom - Renovated | 3BR,2BA | $2.28 |
| The Pavilion at North Grounds | 2 Bed 2 Bath - B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| Grandmarc at the Corner | 2x2 Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| The Jeffersonian | 11F - The Fran | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Lynnhaven Apartments | 1 Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| The Meadows Apartments | 1Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Barracks Road Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Barracks Road?
The cheapest apartment in Barracks Road is Emerald Square which is listed at $1,095, while the average apartment in Barracks Road costs $2,097.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Barracks Road?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 18 regular apartments in Barracks Road that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Barracks Road?
Cheap apartments in Barracks Road have an average cost of $1,072 which is $1,025 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Barracks Road.
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