
Cheap Homes for Rent in Charlottesville, VA from $900 (42 Rentals)
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2515 Huntington Rd

118 W Main St

416 E Main St

208 Meade Ave

139 Green Turtle Ln

247 Stribling Ave
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2517 Hydraulic Rd

3389 Moubry Ln

1426 Thomas Jefferson Pkwy

1316 Hampton St

1210 Cherry Ave
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709 Park St

300 Riverbend Dr

934 5th St SW

930 Monticello Rd

260 Riverbend Dr

925 Henry Ave

609 Wine Cellar Cir

2512 Plateau Rd

2310 Center Ave

1806 Yorktown Dr
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301 7th St SW, Unit A

767 Denali Way, Unit 205

142 Quince Ln

102 Turtle Creek Rd

405 Elliott Ave

602 Blenheim Ave

725 Walker Square

1202 Cherry Ave
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1608 Mulberry Ave

1035 Weybridge Ct

104 Stratford Ct

358 S Pantops Dr

1504 Villa Ter

128 Goodman St

1832 Charles Ct
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1000 Monticello Rd

1325 Branchlands Dr

4633 Garth Rd
Charlottesville, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Charlottesville?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Charlottesville 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,003 | $1,425 | $3,900 |
Charlottesville 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,468 | $1,750 | $3,825 |
Charlottesville 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,296 | $2,395 | $5,300 |
Charlottesville 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,459 | $3,200 | $5,995 |
Charlottesville 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,337 | $2,350 | $6,750 |
Charlottesville 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,310 | $6,825 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Charlottesville, VA
Pricing Updated: 09/10/2025Current apartment rentals in the Charlottesville, VA area range in price from $630 to $5,393 with an overall median price of $3,748. The three Charlottesville neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Barracks Rugby at $835, Barracks Road at $835, 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:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Barracks Rugby | $1,861 | $835 | 24 |
Barracks Road | $2,140 | $835 | 35 |
Woolen Mills | $2,500 | $630 | 65 |
Martha Jefferson | $2,600 | $630 | 31 |
The Meadows | $2,665 | $688 | 220 |
South Charlottesville | $2,723 | $630 | 201 |
Venable | $2,723 | $835 | 18 |
West Charlottesville | $2,723 | $700 | 79 |
Starr Hill | $3,200 | $630 | 250 |
Lewis Mountain | $3,375 | $835 | 16 |
Cheapest Available Charlottesville Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Charlottesville, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Hickory Hope Apartments in the Starr Hill neighborhood priced from $708. Kindlewood in the Ridge Street neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $744. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Charlottesville apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Hickory Hope Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $708 |
Kindlewood | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $744 |
Grandmarc at the Corner | 2Dx2S - Double w/ Shared Bath | 2BR,2BA | $835 |
Ryan School Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $893 |
Timberlake Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $983 |
Woods Edge Apartments - 55 and Better! | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1,088 |
The Pavilion at North Grounds | 3 Bed 3 Bath - C2 | 3BR,3BA | $1,215 |
Hearthwood | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,246 |
Blue Ridge Crossing | Studio - Renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,285 |
Spark Charlottesville | Shine | 1BR,1BA | $1,287 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Charlottesville, VA
As of September 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Charlottesville area is the $1.43 price per square foot 1458 Avon St Model at 1458 Avon St, Unit A in the in the Ridge Street neighborhood starting from $2,650. The second greatest value Charlottesville apartment is the 710 Palatine Ave Model at 710 Palatine Ave, Unit Main starting at $2,895 with a $1.61 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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1458 Avon St, Unit A | 1458 Avon St | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.43 |
710 Palatine Ave, Unit Main | 710 Palatine Ave | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.61 |
Flats at West Village | 4x4 Balcony | 4BR,4BA | $0.92 |
Hickory Hope Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.34 |
Brookdale Apartments | Azalea | 3BR,2BA | $1.49 |
Rio Hill Apartments | Model 2A - Call for waitlist | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
Park's Edge Apartments | B2 (50% AMI) | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.48 |
Timberlake Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
Kindlewood | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
Ryan School Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
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Best Local Schools in Charlottesville, VA
Meriwether Lewis Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about Charlottesville
What type of rentals are currently available in Charlottesville?
There are currently 235 Apartments for Rent in Charlottesville, VA with pricing that ranges from $630 to $5,393. There are also 127 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Charlottesville ranging from $950 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 $950 to $11,795 with an average monthly rent of $5,520.
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 $1,750 to $3,825. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,395 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,289.
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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