
Apartments for Rent in the North Downtown Neighborhood of Charlottesville, VA (137 Rentals)


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10th & Dairy

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Six hundred West Main

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1117 Preston

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Crestline Charlottesville

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Flats at West Village

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525 Ridge Street

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Carlton Views

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Lark on Main

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Locust Grove
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Norcross Station Apartments

The Crossings

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Tarleton Square

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Kindlewood

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One Hundred Avon

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Timberlake Place Apartments

1620 Rugby Ave, Unit B

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500 Ridge St

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611 Bolling Ave, Unit 611 Bolling Avenue, Apt A

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116 Howard Dr, Unit Apt #1
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1343 East Market St, Unit 1343 East Market

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310 6th Street SW, Unit Apt B (Ground Floor)

402 13th ST NE, Unit A

730 Walker Sq, Unit 1B

613 Blenheim Ave

1324 Riverdale Dr

121 Penick Ct

110 Chisholm Pl

310 Riverbend Dr, Unit 1E

119 W Main St, Unit H
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333 2nd St SE

108 2nd St SW

416 E Main St

625 Davis Ave

911 Blenheim Ave

108 2nd St SW

107 Amherst Commons

911 West St

1411 Chesapeake St

1114 Monticello Rd
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602 Wilder Dr

708 Madison Ave

710 Madison Ave

814-816-816 Page St

816 Avon St

1511 E High St

1329 Riverdale Dr

511 1st St N

722 McIntire Rd

301 2nd St NW
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North Downtown, Charlottesville, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Downtown Studio Apartments | $1,324 | $1,300 | $1,349 |
| North Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,833 | $983 | $2,477 |
| North Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,866 | $825 | $3,904 |
| North Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,865 | $1,025 | $3,685 |
| North Downtown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,549 | $1,299 | $2,800 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in North Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $2,168 | $1,500 | $3,900 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $2,608 | $1,700 | $4,500 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $2,986 | $2,800 | $3,395 |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $3,825 | $2,975 | $5,000 |
| 6 Bedroom Homes | $7,800 | $7,800 | $7,800 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleNorth Downtown, Charlottesville, VA
Ranked #13
Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about North Downtown
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the North Downtown area of Charlottesville, VA?
As of today, September 11, 2026, there are currently 137 available North Downtown apartments priced from $825 to $3,904, with an average monthly rent of $1,825.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom North Downtown Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in North Downtown ranges from $983 to $2,477 with an average monthly rent of $1,833.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in North Downtown cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in North Downtown range from $825 to $3,904. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,866.
How expensive are North Downtown Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 13 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in North Downtown on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,025 to $3,685 - averaging $1,865 for the location.
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