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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowKindlewood
460 Garrett StCharlottesville, VA 22902
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Charlottesville Neighborhood of Charlottesville, VA from $700 (36 Rentals)
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTimberlake Place Apartments
1518 E Market StCharlottesville, VA 22902
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$1,095 - $1,331
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCarlton Views
1337 Carlton AveCharlottesville, VA 22902
804 St James Cir
CharlottesvilleVA22902
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$1,219 - $1,904
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTarleton Square
701 E High StCharlottesville, VA 22902
804 Hinton Ave
CharlottesvilleVA22902
901 Park St
CharlottesvilleVA22901
700 Grove Ave
CharlottesvilleVA22902
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$1,299 - $1,499
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowForest Street Apartments
1115-1117 Forest StCharlottesville, VA 22903
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$1,325 - $2,150
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowLocust Grove
459 Locust AveCharlottesville, VA 22902
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$1,558
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1 Bedroom Apartment Available May 1Total Monthly Price
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$1,558
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1620 Rugby Ave, Unit B, Unit B
1620 Rugby AveCharlottesville, VA 22903
324 Caroline Ave
CharlottesvilleVA22902
800 Castalia St
CharlottesvilleVA22902
406 Hedge St
CharlottesvilleVA22902
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$1,675 - $1,975
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowOne Hundred Avon
100 Avon StCharlottesville, VA 22902
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$1,750
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1 Bedroom Apartment Available Apr 18Total Monthly Price
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$1,750
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301 7th St SW, Unit A, Unit A
301 7th St SWCharlottesville, VA 22903
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$1,760 - $2,195
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$1,710 - $2,145
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Norcross Station
300 4th St SECharlottesville, VA 22902
205 Douglas Avenue, Unit Two, Unit Two
205 Douglas Avenue
CharlottesvilleVA22902
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West Main Apartments
113 W Main StCharlottesville, VA 22902
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Friendship Court
400-426 Garrett StCharlottesville, VA 22902
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Water Street Apartments
109 W Water StCharlottesville, VA 22902
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Altamont Circle Apartments
11 Altamont CirCharlottesville, VA 22902
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432 3rd St NE
432 3rd St NECharlottesville, VA 22902
416 E Main St
CharlottesvilleVA22902
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Belmont Heights Apartments
1000 Monticello RdCharlottesville, VA 22902
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Sunrise Apartments
404 Carl Smith StCharlottesville, VA 22902
108 2nd St SW
CharlottesvilleVA22902
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The Meriwether
1000 E Market StCharlottesville, VA 22902
701 St Clair Ave
CharlottesvilleVA22902
136 Goodman St
CharlottesvilleVA22902
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Nob Hill Apartments
500 Mcintire RdCharlottesville, VA 22902
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525 Ridge Street
525 Ridge StCharlottesville, VA 22902
813 Montrose Ave
CharlottesvilleVA22902
705 Walker Square
CharlottesvilleVA22903
1130 E High St
CharlottesvilleVA22902
301 7th St SW, Unit A, Unit A
301 7th St SW
CharlottesvilleVA22903
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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 | $1,806 | $1,509 | $2,103 |
| Downtown Charlottesville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,820 | $983 | $4,329 |
| Downtown Charlottesville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,102 | $882 | $4,520 |
| Downtown Charlottesville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,579 | $1,499 | $5,660 |
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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 |
| Tarleton Square | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,219 |
| Forest Street Apartments | 2 BR, 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Locust Grove | Unique 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| Carlton Views | Phase I - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath A60 | 1BR,1BA | $1,331 |
| Norcross Station | The Caboose is Available for March, April! 3rd ... | 1BR,1BA | $1,780 |
| City Walk Apartments | A-3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,805 |
| One Hundred Avon | Floorplan G | 1BR,1BA | $1,870 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Charlottesville, VA
As of April 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Charlottesville area is the $2.37 price per square foot 702 Delevan St Model at 702 Delevan St in the in the Ridge Street neighborhood starting from $1,895. The second greatest value Downtown Charlottesville apartment is the 2 BR, 1 BA Model at Forest Street Apartments starting at $1,299 with a $1.64 price per square foot in the 10th and Page 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 702 Delevan St | 702 Delevan St | 2BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| Forest Street Apartments | 2 BR, 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| City Walk Apartments | A-3 | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Norcross Station | The Crossing is Available for March or April! | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| Locust Grove | Unique | 2BR,2BA | $2.97 |
| Timberlake Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| One Hundred Avon | Floorplan G | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| Carlton Views | Phase I - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath A60 | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Kindlewood | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Tarleton Square | Efficiency | Studio ,1BA | $3.16 |
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 $3,579.
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 19 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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