Cheap Homes for Rent in North Downtown Neighborhood of Charlottesville, VA from $1,600 (17 Rentals)

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property at 301 7th St SW

301 7th St SW, Unit A

301 7th St SW
CharlottesvilleVA22903

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property at 706 Grove Ave

706 Grove Ave

CharlottesvilleVA22902
property at 702 Delevan St

702 Delevan St

CharlottesvilleVA22903

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property at 702 Delevan St

702 Delevan St

CharlottesvilleVA22903

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property at 402 13th ST NE

402 13th ST NE, Unit A

402 13th ST NE
CharlottesvilleVA22902

North Downtown, Charlottesville, VA Local Guide

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. Timberlake Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $983. Here are the most affordable North Downtown apartments for rent in Charlottesville, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Kindlewood1BR1BR,1BA$744
Timberlake Place Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$983
Carlton ViewsPhase III - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath A361BR,1BA$1,287
The MeriwetherGarden Level1BR,1BA$1,550
Six Hundred West MainEStudio,1BA$1,681

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Downtown, VA

As of June 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Downtown area is the $1.70 price per square foot C3 - Shadwell Model at Beacon on 5th in the in the Ridge Street neighborhood starting from $2,954. The second greatest value North Downtown apartment is the 4x4 Balcony Model at Flats at West Village starting at $1,299 with a $0.92 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Beacon on 5thC3 - Shadwell3BR,2.5BA$1.70
Flats at West Village4x4 Balcony4BR,4BA$0.92
1001 Avon St, Unit A1001 Avon St2BR,1BA$2.22
511 1st St N, Unit 313511 1st St N2BR,1BA$2.22
Altoview Apartment HomesThe Carter1BR,1BA$2.75
Timberlake Place Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.40
Avemore Apartment HomesA6 - Lindenwald1BR,1BA$2.52
Kindlewood1BR1BR,1BA$1.13
Carlton ViewsPhase III - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath A261BR,1BA$2.06
The MeriwetherGarden Level1BR,1BA$2.77

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Frequently Asked Questions about North Downtown

What type of rentals are currently available in North Downtown?

There are currently 80 Apartments for Rent in North Downtown, VA with pricing that ranges from $882 to $5,393. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in North Downtown ranging from $1,649 to $6,750.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in North Downtown?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in North Downtown ranges from $1,649 to $6,750 with an average monthly rent of $3,175.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in North Downtown?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in North Downtown range from $1,262 to $5,393, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,850 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,450 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,299.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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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Written by: Sandy Baker

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