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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 $744 (28 Rentals)
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTimberlake Place Apartments
1518 E Market StCharlottesville, VA 22902
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$1,212 - $2,024
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCarlton Views
1339 Carlton AveCharlottesville, VA 22902
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$1,250Studio Apartments Available Sep 1
119 W Main St, Unit B
119 W Main StCharlottesville, VA 22902
416 E Main St
CharlottesvilleVA22902
119 W Main St
CharlottesvilleVA22902
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$1,310 - $1,995
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowLocust Grove
459 Locust AveCharlottesville, VA 22902
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$1,349 - $1,829
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTarleton Square
701 E High StCharlottesville, VA 22902
702 Graves St
CharlottesvilleVA22902
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$1,655 - $1,975
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowOne Hundred Avon
100 Avon StCharlottesville, VA 22902
1114 Monticello Rd
CharlottesvilleVA22902
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$1,795
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2 Bedroom Apartment Available Oct 1Total Monthly Price
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207 Douglas Ave, Unit B
207 Douglas AveCharlottesville, 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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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
Altamont Circle Apartments
11 Altamont CirCharlottesville, VA 22902
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Forest Street Apartments
1115-1117 Forest StCharlottesville, VA 22903
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Belmont Heights Apartments
1000 Monticello RdCharlottesville, VA 22902
912 Forest St
CharlottesvilleVA22903
1212 Agnese St
CharlottesvilleVA22901
416 E Main St
CharlottesvilleVA22902
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The Meriwether
1000 E Market StCharlottesville, VA 22902
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108 2nd St SW
CharlottesvilleVA22902
511 1st St N
CharlottesvilleVA22902
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432 3rd St NE
432 3rd St NECharlottesville, VA 22902
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Nob Hill Apartments
500 Mcintire RdCharlottesville, VA 22902
333 2nd St SE
CharlottesvilleVA22902
1406 Chesapeake St
CharlottesvilleVA22902
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Main Street Apartments
420 E Main StCharlottesville, VA 22902
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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 | $1,299 | $1,250 | $1,349 |
| Downtown Charlottesville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,720 | $983 | $2,404 |
| Downtown Charlottesville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,069 | $882 | $3,904 |
| Downtown Charlottesville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,874 | $1,500 | $2,024 |
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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 |
| Carlton Views | Phase III - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath A50 (Type 1) | 1BR,1BA | $1,212 |
| Tarleton Square | Charlottesville Towers 407 | 2BR,1BA | $1,460 |
| One Hundred Avon | Floorplan E | 1BR,1BA | $1,655 |
| City Walk Apartments | B-1 | 2BR,2BA | $1,805 |
| Locust Grove | Raven | 2BR,2BA | $1,850 |
| 525 Ridge Street | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,999 |
| Norcross Station Apartments | Camelback | 2BR,1BA | $2,170 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Charlottesville, VA
As of August 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Charlottesville area is the $2.26 price per square foot Camelback Model at Norcross Station Apartments in the in the Ridge Street neighborhood starting from $2,170. The second greatest value Downtown Charlottesville apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at 525 Ridge Street starting at $1,999 with a $2.19 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norcross Station Apartments | Camelback | 2BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| 525 Ridge Street | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| City Walk Apartments | A-1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| Tarleton Square | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| Locust Grove | Unique | 2BR,2BA | $2.76 |
| 310 6th Street SW, Unit Apt B (Ground Floor) | 310 6th Street SW | 1BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| Timberlake Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Kindlewood | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Carlton Views | Phase II - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath I | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| One Hundred Avon | Floorplan E | 1BR,1BA | $3.25 |
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 $1,850.
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 12 regular apartments in Downtown Charlottesville that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
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