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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 (27 Rentals)
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1147 Meriwether St
CharlottesvilleVA22902
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTimberlake Place Apartments
1518 E Market StCharlottesville, VA 22902
804 St James Cir
CharlottesvilleVA22902
901 Park St
CharlottesvilleVA22901
416 E Main St
CharlottesvilleVA22902
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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
416 E Main St
CharlottesvilleVA22902
416 E Main St
CharlottesvilleVA22902
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCarlton Views
1339 Carlton AveCharlottesville, VA 22902
324 Caroline Ave
CharlottesvilleVA22902
108 2nd St SW
CharlottesvilleVA22902
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108 2nd St NE
CharlottesvilleVA22902
800 Castalia St
CharlottesvilleVA22902
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$1,595 - $2,150
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowLocust Grove
459 Locust AveCharlottesville, VA 22902
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2 Bedroom Apartment Available Jun 1Total Monthly Price
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611 Bolling Ave, Unit 611 Bolling Avenue
611 Bolling AveCharlottesville, VA 22902
108 2nd St SW
CharlottesvilleVA22902
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1 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 28Total Monthly Price
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1343 East Market St, Unit 1343 East Market
1343 East Market StCharlottesville, VA 22902
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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
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Forest Street Apartments
1115-1117 Forest StCharlottesville, VA 22903
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545 Burgoyne Rd
CharlottesvilleVA22901
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Belmont Heights Apartments
1000 Monticello RdCharlottesville, VA 22902
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The Meriwether
1000 E Market 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 | $1,349 | $1,349 | $1,349 |
| Downtown Charlottesville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,913 | $983 | $3,780 |
| Downtown Charlottesville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,035 | $882 | $3,992 |
| Downtown Charlottesville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,900 | $1,900 | $1,900 |
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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 A26 | 1BR,1BA | $1,472 |
| Tarleton Square | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,579 |
| Locust Grove | Sparrow | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Norcross Station Apartments | The Rail is Available for late May or June! | 1BR,1BA | $1,725 |
| City Walk Apartments | A-1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,905 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Charlottesville, VA
As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Charlottesville area is the $2.26 price per square foot The Camelback is Available for April, May or June! 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 A-1 Model at City Walk Apartments starting at $1,905 with a $2.23 price per square foot in the North Downtown 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 | The Camelback is Available for April, May or June! | 2BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| City Walk Apartments | A-1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| 702 Delevan St, Unit A | 702 Delevan St | 2BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| Tarleton Square | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| Locust Grove | Unique | 2BR,2BA | $2.97 |
| Timberlake Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Kindlewood | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Carlton Views | Phase III - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath A26 | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
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 $1,900.
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 14 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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