Cheap Homes for Rent in North Downtown Neighborhood of Charlottesville, VA from $1,200 (8 Rentals)

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property at 301 7th St SW

$1,750

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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301 7th St SW

CharlottesvilleVA22903
property at 121 Birdwood Ct

$1,750

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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Apr 1

121 Birdwood Ct

CharlottesvilleVA22903
property at 333 6th St SW

$1,750

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 1

333 6th St SW

CharlottesvilleVA22903
property at 710 Walker Square

$1,795

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 8

710 Walker Square

CharlottesvilleVA22903

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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. Crestline Charlottesville has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $849. Here are the most affordable North Downtown apartments for rent in Charlottesville, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Kindlewood1BR1BR,1BA$744
Crestline CharlottesvilleBerkeley 2 - 2x22BR,2BA$849
Carlton ViewsPhase I - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath A401BR,1BA$859

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Downtown, VA

As of March 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Downtown area is the $1.33 price per square foot 1343 East Market St Model at 1343 East Market St, Unit 1343 East Market in the in the North Downtown neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value North Downtown apartment is the 114 Howard Dr Model at 114 Howard Dr, Unit Apartment #1 starting at $1,800 with a $1.80 price per square foot in the 10th and Page 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.
1343 East Market St, Unit 1343 East Market1343 East Market St1BR,1BA$1.33
114 Howard Dr, Unit Apartment #1114 Howard Dr2BR,2BA$1.80
Forest Street Apartments2 BR, 1 BA2BR,1BA$1.64
City Walk ApartmentsA-31BR,1BA$2.33
Locust GroveDove1BR,1BA$2.13
Crestline CharlottesvilleBronson -2x22BR,2BA$1.97
Norcross Station ApartmentsThe Crossing is Available for February or March!1BR,1BA$2.41
Timberlake Place Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.40
Carlton ViewsPhase I - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath A401BR,1BA$1.25
Kindlewood1BR1BR,1BA$1.13

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North Downtown, Charlottesville, VA

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Frequently Asked Questions about North Downtown

What type of rentals are currently available in North Downtown?

There are currently 77 Apartments for Rent in North Downtown, VA with pricing that ranges from $655 to $5,555. There are also 30 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in North Downtown ranging from $1,250 to $8,000.

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 $1,250 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,141.

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 $995 to $5,555, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,835 to $3,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,895 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,285.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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