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Kindlewood
460 Garrett StCharlottesville, VA 22902
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Charlottesville Neighborhood of Charlottesville, VA from $700 (9 Rentals)
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Timberlake Place Apartments
1518 E Market StCharlottesville, VA 22902
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Carlton Views
1337 Carlton AveCharlottesville, VA 22902
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100 Carlton Rd
CharlottesvilleVA22902
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Downtown Charlottesville, Charlottesville, VA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Charlottesville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Charlottesville Studio Apartments | $1,647 | $1,409 | $1,946 |
| Downtown Charlottesville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,891 | $983 | $4,101 |
| Downtown Charlottesville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,426 | $882 | $4,732 |
| Downtown Charlottesville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,160 | $4,928 | $5,393 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 9 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Charlottesville Neighborhood of Charlottesville, VA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Charlottesville Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Charlottesville area of Charlottesville, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Kindlewood priced from $744. Timberlake Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $983. Here are the most affordable Downtown Charlottesville apartments for rent in Charlottesville, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kindlewood | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $744 |
| Timberlake Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $983 |
| Belmont Heights Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Charlottesville, VA
As of November 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Charlottesville area is the $2.09 price per square foot 225 Douglas Ave Model at 225 Douglas Ave, Unit Unit B in the in the Ridge Street neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Downtown Charlottesville apartment is the 1x1 Model at Tarleton Square starting at $1,514 with a $1.94 price per square foot in the Ridge Street neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Charlottesville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 225 Douglas Ave, Unit Unit B | 225 Douglas Ave | 2BR,2BA | $2.09 |
| Tarleton Square | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| City Walk Apartments | A-3 | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Locust Grove | Dove | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Norcross Station Apartments | The Crossing is Available for a shorter term le... | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| Timberlake Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Kindlewood | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| 1509 E High St, Unit B | 1509 E High St | 1BR,1BA | $3.92 |
| One Hundred Avon | Floorplan E | 1BR,1BA | $3.52 |
| Belmont Heights Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.41 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Charlottesville, Charlottesville, VA
Ranked #14
Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Downtown Charlottesville Neighborhood in Charlottesville, VA
Walk Score®
97 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
83 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
46 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Charlottesville Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Charlottesville?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Charlottesville is Kindlewood which is listed at $744, while the average apartment in Downtown Charlottesville costs $5,160.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Charlottesville?
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 10 regular apartments in Downtown Charlottesville that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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Written by: Trey Huguley
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