
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Charlottesville Neighborhood of Charlottesville, VA from $700 (12 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Charlottesville area of Charlottesville.


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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 | $1,640 | $1,409 | $1,871 |
| Downtown Charlottesville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,990 | $983 | $4,224 |
| Downtown Charlottesville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,098 | $882 | $3,911 |
| Downtown Charlottesville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,527 | $1,499 | $5,555 |
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There are currently 12 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 |
| Forest Street Apartments | 2 BR, 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Tarleton Square | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,409 |
| Locust Grove | Owl | 2BR,2BA | $1,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Charlottesville, VA
As of February 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Charlottesville area is the $1.64 price per square foot 2 BR, 1 BA Model at Forest Street Apartments in the in the 10th and Page neighborhood starting from $1,299. The second greatest value Downtown Charlottesville apartment is the A-3 Model at City Walk Apartments starting at $1,805 with a $2.33 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Street Apartments | 2 BR, 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| City Walk Apartments | A-3 | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Locust Grove | Dove | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Norcross Station Apartments | The Crossing is Available for February or March! | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| Timberlake Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Kindlewood | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| 1509 E High St | 1509 E High St | 1BR,1BA | $3.92 |
| One Hundred Avon | Floorplan E | 1BR,1BA | $3.32 |
| Tarleton Square | Efficiency | Studio ,1BA | $3.16 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Charlottesville Apartments
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.
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