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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Charlottesville Neighborhood of Charlottesville, VA from $700 (19 Rentals)
Cheap Apartments in the Downtown Charlottesville area of Charlottesville.
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Timberlake Place Apartments
1518 E Market StCharlottesville, VA 22902
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from $1,2261 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Spark Charlottesville
2407 Peyton DrCharlottesville, VA 22901
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from $1,2501 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Altamont Circle Apartments
11 Altamont CirCharlottesville, VA 22902
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from $1,2871 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Carlton Views
1337 Carlton AveCharlottesville, VA 22902
1009 Carlton Ave
CharlottesvilleVA22902
602 Wilder Dr
CharlottesvilleVA22901
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from $1,409Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 1
Tarleton Square
701 E High StCharlottesville, VA 22902
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from $1,5041 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Cobalt Ridge
1000 Old Brook RdCharlottesville, VA 22901
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The Meriwether
1000 E Market StCharlottesville, VA 22902
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from $1,564Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available May 10
Six Hundred West Main
600 W Main StCharlottesville, VA 22903
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1343 East Market St, Unit 1343 East Market
1343 East Market StCharlottesville, VA 22902
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545 Burgoyne Rd
CharlottesvilleVA22901
1000 Monticello 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 | $1,901 | $1,409 | $2,161 |
| Downtown Charlottesville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,091 | $983 | $4,101 |
| Downtown Charlottesville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,389 | $882 | $4,732 |
| Downtown Charlottesville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,528 | $1,718 | $5,393 |
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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 |
| Spark Charlottesville | Shine | 1BR,1BA | $1,241 |
| Carlton Views | Phase III - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath A36 | 1BR,1BA | $1,287 |
| Cobalt Ridge | Albemarle | 1BR,1BA | $1,504 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Charlottesville, VA
As of May 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Charlottesville area is the $2.33 price per square foot B1 - Ivy Model at Beacon on 5th in the in the Ridge Street neighborhood starting from $2,676. The second greatest value Downtown Charlottesville apartment is the The Box Car is Available for later July or August! Model at Norcross Station Apartments starting at $1,865 with a $1.71 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. |
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| Beacon on 5th | B1 - Ivy | 2BR,2BA | $2.33 |
| Norcross Station Apartments | The Box Car is Available for later July or August! | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Attain on 5th | Carter *Newly Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.90 |
| 1343 East Market St, Unit 1343 East Market | 1343 East Market St | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| City Walk Apartments | A-1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Cobalt Ridge | Albemarle | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Timberlake Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Spark Charlottesville | Shine | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Kindlewood | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Carlton Views | Phase III - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath A36 | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Charlottesville, Charlottesville, VA
Ranked #6
Among neighborhoods in Charlottesville, VA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
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3.5Pet 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
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- 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 Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Charlottesville?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Charlottesville is at The Elysian at Stonefield listed at $1,995.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Charlottesville Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Charlottesville Apartment is $744 at Kindlewood.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Charlottesville Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Charlottesville is starting from $882 at Kindlewood.
What is the most affordable Downtown Charlottesville Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Charlottesville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cobalt Ridge and starts from $2,309.
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