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property at 100 Carlton Rd

100 Carlton Rd

CharlottesvilleVA22902
property at 925 Henry Ave

925 Henry Ave

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
Belmont Heights ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,425

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Charlottesville, VA

As of November 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Charlottesville area is the $2.09 price per square foot 225 Douglas Ave Model at 225 Douglas Ave, Unit Unit B in the in the Ridge Street neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Downtown Charlottesville apartment is the 1x1 Model at Tarleton Square starting at $1,514 with a $1.94 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
225 Douglas Ave, Unit Unit B225 Douglas Ave2BR,2BA$2.09
Tarleton Square1x11BR,1BA$1.94
City Walk ApartmentsA-31BR,1BA$2.33
Locust GroveDove1BR,1BA$2.04
Norcross Station ApartmentsThe Crossing is Available for a shorter term le...1BR,1BA$2.34
Timberlake Place Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.40
Kindlewood1BR1BR,1BA$1.13
1509 E High St, Unit B1509 E High St1BR,1BA$3.92
One Hundred AvonFloorplan E1BR,1BA$3.52
Belmont Heights ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.41

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Downtown Charlottesville, Charlottesville, VA

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Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Charlottesville

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Charlottesville?

There are currently 59 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Charlottesville, VA with pricing that ranges from $882 to $5,393. There are also 24 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Charlottesville ranging from $1,275 to $8,000.

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 $1,275 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,535.

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.