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property at 118 Harmon St

118 Harmon St

CharlottesvilleVA22903
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950 Belvedere Way

CharlottesvilleVA22901

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Charlottesville, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Charlottesville, VA

Pricing Updated: 05/25/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Charlottesville, VA area range in price from $630 to $5,393 with an overall median price of $3,617. The three Charlottesville neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Downtown Charlottesville at $882, Starr Hill at $1,259, and Woolen Mills at $630. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Charlottesville Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Charlottesville$2,350$882111
Starr Hill$2,350$1,259127
Woolen Mills$2,680$63066
Ridge Street$2,723$88269
The Meadows$2,723$688162
Rose Hill$2,884$88282
Johnson Village$3,080$72571
Jefferson Park Avenue$3,200$725116
JPA$3,200$72560
South Charlottesville$3,200$630125

Cheapest Available Charlottesville Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Charlottesville, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Kindlewood in the Ridge Street neighborhood priced from $744. Ryan School Apartments in the The Meadows neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $893. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Charlottesville apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Kindlewood1BR1BR,1BA$744
Ryan School ApartmentsOne bedroom1BR,1BA$893
HearthwoodStudioStudio,1BA$950
Timberlake Place Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$983
Woods Edge Apartments - 55 and Better!1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$1,088

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Charlottesville, VA

As of May 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Charlottesville area is the $1.68 price per square foot Roosevelt Model at Carriage Hill Apartments in the in the Martha Jefferson neighborhood starting from $2,730. The second greatest value Charlottesville apartment is the 4x4 Balcony Model at Flats at West Village starting at $1,259 with a $0.89 price per square foot in the Ridge Street neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Charlottesville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Carriage Hill ApartmentsRoosevelt3BR,2BA$1.68
Flats at West Village4x4 Balcony4BR,4BA$0.89
Jefferson Ridge2 Bed/2 Bath - B (2nd floor) - Fully Upgraded2BR,2BA$1.56
Brookdale ApartmentsAzalea3BR,2BA$1.35
Rio Hill ApartmentsModel 2A - Call for waitlist2BR,1BA$1.14
North Woods at The Four SeasonsRenovated Pine1BR,1BA$1.83
Wilton Farm ApartmentsModel 2A2BR,1BA$1.61
Timberlake Place Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.40
Kindlewood1BR1BR,1BA$1.13
Ryan School ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.51

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Frequently Asked Questions about Charlottesville

What type of rentals are currently available in Charlottesville?

There are currently 244 Apartments for Rent in Charlottesville, VA with pricing that ranges from $630 to $5,393. There are also 144 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Charlottesville ranging from $920 to $11,795.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Charlottesville ranges from $920 to $11,795 with an average monthly rent of $4,950.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Charlottesville?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Charlottesville range from $813 to $5,393, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $920 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,259.

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

Written by: Marie Brown

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

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

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