Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Charlottesville Neighborhood of Charlottesville, VA from $1,400 (13 Rentals)

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property at 930 Monticello Rd

930 Monticello Rd

CharlottesvilleVA22902

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property at 301 7th St SW

301 7th St SW, Unit A

301 7th St SW
CharlottesvilleVA22903
property at 706 Grove Ave

706 Grove Ave

CharlottesvilleVA22902
property at 702 Delevan St

702 Delevan St

CharlottesvilleVA22903
property at 702 Delevan St

702 Delevan St

CharlottesvilleVA22903

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Downtown Charlottesville, Charlottesville, VA Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Kindlewood1BR1BR,1BA$744
Timberlake Place Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$983
Carlton ViewsPhase III - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath A261BR,1BA$1,287
The MeriwetherGarden Level1BR,1BA$1,550
Six Hundred West MainEStudio,1BA$1,681

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Charlottesville, VA

As of June 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Charlottesville area is the $1.90 price per square foot Carter *Newly Renovated Model at Attain on 5th in the in the Ridge Street neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Downtown Charlottesville apartment is the Monticello Model at Cobalt Ridge starting at $1,839 with a $1.92 price per square foot in the The Meadows neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Charlottesville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Attain on 5thCarter *Newly Renovated2BR,2BA$1.90
Cobalt RidgeMonticello2BR,1BA$1.92
1001 Avon St, Unit A1001 Avon St2BR,1BA$2.22
511 1st St N, Unit 313511 1st St N2BR,1BA$2.22
City Walk ApartmentsA-11BR,1BA$2.23
324 Oak Street, Unit Apt C324 Oak Street1BR,1BA$2.13
Timberlake Place Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.40
Avemore Apartment HomesA6 - Lindenwald1BR,1BA$2.57
Kindlewood1BR1BR,1BA$1.13
Carlton ViewsPhase III - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath A261BR,1BA$2.06

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Charlottesville

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Charlottesville?

There are currently 68 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Charlottesville, VA with pricing that ranges from $882 to $5,393. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Charlottesville ranging from $1,400 to $4,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Charlottesville?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Charlottesville ranges from $1,400 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,271.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.