
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Barracks Neighborhood of Charlottesville, VA from $750 (28 Rentals)
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Wertland Square

Hearthwood

708 Madison Ave

Lambeth Lofts

125 Rosser Ave

Emerald Square
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Lyndhall

Forest Street Apartments

1243 Cedars Ct

Crestview Apartments
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Rugby McIntyre

The Meadows Apartments

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

1605 Gordon Ave

Cardinal Court

Preston Court Apartments
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Oxford Hill

511 1st St N

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University Apartments

The Greek on Virginia Avenue

Ash Tree Apartments

1115 Wertland St
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Barracks, Charlottesville, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Barracks?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barracks Studio Apartments | $1,236 | $1,236 | $1,236 |
| Barracks 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,626 | $949 | $2,477 |
| Barracks 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,694 | $799 | $3,330 |
| Barracks 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,463 | $1,847 | $3,685 |
| Barracks 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,514 | $1,229 | $2,800 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Barracks Neighborhood of Charlottesville, VA.
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Cheapest Available Barracks Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Barracks 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 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 |
| Wertland Square | A4X2 Renovated | 4BR,2BA | $1,229 |
| Hearthwood | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,236 |
| The Meadows Apartments | 1Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,492 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Barracks, VA
As of September 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Barracks 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 apartment is the A4X2 Renovated Model at Wertland Square starting at $1,229 with a $0.90 price per square foot in the 10th and Page neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Barracks 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 |
| Wertland Square | A4X2 Renovated | 4BR,2BA | $0.90 |
| Grandmarc at the Corner | 2x2 Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| Lynnhaven Apartments | 1 Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| The Meadows Apartments | 1Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| Hearthwood | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.80 |
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Best Local Schools in Barracks, Charlottesville, VA
Walker Upper Elementary School
Jackson P Burley Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Barracks Apartments
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Barracks?
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 20 regular apartments in Barracks that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
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