
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the JPA Neighborhood of Charlottesville, VA from $600 (16 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the JPA area of Charlottesville.


502 14th St NW

Wertland Square

761 King St

Greenstone on 5th - Tax Credit
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1800-D132 Jefferson Park Ave
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JPA, Charlottesville, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in JPA?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| JPA Studio Apartments | $1,487 | $975 | $1,999 |
| JPA 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,658 | $920 | $2,160 |
| JPA 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,624 | $849 | $3,250 |
| JPA 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,765 | $995 | $3,000 |
| JPA 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,880 | $1,285 | $4,620 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the JPA Neighborhood of Charlottesville, VA.
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Cheapest Available JPA Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the JPA area of Charlottesville, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at Crestline Charlottesville priced from $849. Grandmarc at the Corner has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $880. Here are the most affordable JPA apartments for rent in Charlottesville, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crestline Charlottesville | Berkeley 2 - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $849 |
| Grandmarc at the Corner | 2Dx2S - Double w/ Shared Bath | 2BR,2BA | $880 |
| Varsity Park | Varsity Park UVA - Luxury Student Living | 4BR,3BA | $950 |
| Beacon on 5th | A1 - Afton | 1BR,1BA | $1,867 |
| Jefferson Ridge | 1 Bed/1 Bath (1st floor) | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in JPA, VA
As of January 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the JPA area is the $1.57 price per square foot 909 Ridge St Model at 909 Ridge St, Unit A in the in the Ridge Street neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value JPA apartment is the Varsity Park UVA - Luxury Student Living Model at Varsity Park starting at $950 with a $0.67 price per square foot in the 10th and Page neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for JPA apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 909 Ridge St, Unit A | 909 Ridge St | 3BR,2BA | $1.57 |
| Varsity Park | Varsity Park UVA - Luxury Student Living | 4BR,3BA | $0.67 |
| Tenth Street Warehouses | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.67 |
| Jefferson Ridge | 1 Bed/1 Bath (1st floor) | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Crestline Charlottesville | Bronson -2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.97 |
| Beacon on 5th | A1 - Afton | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| Grandmarc at the Corner | 1x1 - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $3.52 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap JPA Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in JPA?
The cheapest apartment in JPA is Beacon on 5th which is listed at $1,867, while the average apartment in JPA costs $1,867.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in JPA?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 39 regular apartments in JPA that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in JPA?
Cheap apartments in JPA have an average cost of $1,040 which is $827 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in JPA.
Expert Rental Resources
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