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Kindlewood
460 Garrett StCharlottesville, VA 22902
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Downtown Neighborhood of Charlottesville, VA from $665 (46 Rentals)
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Timberlake Place Apartments
1518 E Market StCharlottesville, VA 22902
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Carlton Views
1339 Carlton AveCharlottesville, VA 22902
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119 W Main St, Unit B
119 W Main StCharlottesville, VA 22902
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119 W Main St, Unit H
119 W Main StCharlottesville, VA 22902
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Locust Grove
459 Locust AveCharlottesville, VA 22902
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Tarleton Square
701 E High StCharlottesville, VA 22902
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500 Ridge St
500 Ridge StCharlottesville, VA 22902
814-816-816 Page St
CharlottesvilleVA22903
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108 2nd St SW
CharlottesvilleVA22902
602 Wilder Dr
CharlottesvilleVA22901
108 2nd St SW
CharlottesvilleVA22902
416 E Main St
CharlottesvilleVA22902
702 Graves St
CharlottesvilleVA22902
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$1,600
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611 Bolling Ave, Unit 611 Bolling Avenue
611 Bolling AveCharlottesville, VA 22902
333 2nd St SE
CharlottesvilleVA22902
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One Hundred Avon
100 Avon StCharlottesville, VA 22902
708 Madison Ave
CharlottesvilleVA22903
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$1,795
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207 Douglas Ave, Unit B
207 Douglas AveCharlottesville, VA 22902
1114 Monticello Rd
CharlottesvilleVA22902
1324 Riverdale Dr
CharlottesvilleVA22902
730 Walker Sq, Unit 1B
730 Walker Sq
CharlottesvilleVA22903
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Greenstone on 5th - Tax Credit
768 Prospect AveCharlottesville, VA 22903
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Friendship Court
400-426 Garrett StCharlottesville, VA 22902
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Water Street Apartments
109 W Water StCharlottesville, VA 22902
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Altamont Circle Apartments
11 Altamont CirCharlottesville, VA 22902
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Forest Street Apartments
1115-1117 Forest StCharlottesville, VA 22903
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1212 Agnese St
CharlottesvilleVA22901
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Belmont Heights Apartments
1000 Monticello RdCharlottesville, VA 22902
1305 Belleview Ave
CharlottesvilleVA22901
423-10 1/2 10 1/2 St NW
CharlottesvilleVA22903
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The Meriwether
1000 E Market StCharlottesville, VA 22902
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Oxford Hill
704 Madison AveCharlottesville, VA 22903
511 1st St N
CharlottesvilleVA22902
1210 Agnese St
CharlottesvilleVA22901
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432 3rd St NE
432 3rd St NECharlottesville, VA 22902
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Nob Hill Apartments
500 Mcintire RdCharlottesville, VA 22902
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University Apartments
1109 Wertland StCharlottesville, VA 22903
1406 Chesapeake St
CharlottesvilleVA22902
1411 Short 18th St
CharlottesvilleVA22902
745 Walker Square
CharlottesvilleVA22903
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420 E Main StCharlottesville, VA 22902
1306 Chesapeake St
CharlottesvilleVA22902
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1115 Wertland St
1115 Wertland StCharlottesville, VA 22903
300 Riverbend Dr
CharlottesvilleVA22911
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310 Riverbend Dr
CharlottesvilleVA22911
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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 | $1,299 | $1,250 | $1,349 |
| North Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,795 | $983 | $2,477 |
| North Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,053 | $882 | $3,904 |
| North Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,098 | $1,380 | $3,685 |
| North Downtown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,580 | $1,299 | $2,800 |
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There are currently 46 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the North Downtown Neighborhood of Charlottesville, VA.
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Cheapest Available North Downtown Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Downtown area of Charlottesville, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Kindlewood priced from $744. Crestline Charlottesville has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $920. Here are the most affordable North Downtown apartments for rent in Charlottesville, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kindlewood | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $744 |
| Crestline Charlottesville | Beacon 2 - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $920 |
| Timberlake Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $983 |
| Carlton Views | Phase III - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath A50 (Type 1) | 1BR,1BA | $1,212 |
| Tarleton Square | Charlottesville Towers 407 | 2BR,1BA | $1,460 |
| One Hundred Avon | Floorplan E | 1BR,1BA | $1,655 |
| Locust Grove | Raven | 2BR,2BA | $1,755 |
| City Walk Apartments | B-1 | 2BR,2BA | $1,805 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Downtown, VA
As of September 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Downtown area is the $1.62 price per square foot 116 Howard Dr Model at 116 Howard Dr, Unit Apt #1 in the in the 10th and Page neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value North Downtown apartment is the 4x4 Balcony Model at Flats at West Village starting at $1,285 with a $0.91 price per square foot in the Ridge Street neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 116 Howard Dr, Unit Apt #1 | 116 Howard Dr | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.62 |
| Flats at West Village | 4x4 Balcony | 4BR,4BA | $0.91 |
| Crestline Charlottesville | Concord -3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $1.30 |
| 500 Ridge St | 500 Ridge St | 3BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| Norcross Station Apartments | Camelback | 2BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| 611 Bolling Ave, Unit 611 Bolling Avenue | 611 Bolling Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| 525 Ridge Street | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| Tarleton Square | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| Timberlake Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Kindlewood | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Downtown Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Downtown?
The cheapest apartment in North Downtown is Kindlewood which is listed at $744, while the average apartment in North Downtown costs $1,830.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in North Downtown?
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 19 regular apartments in North Downtown 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 North Downtown?
Cheap apartments in North Downtown have an average cost of $846 which is $984 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Downtown.
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