
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ridge Street Neighborhood of Charlottesville, VA from $600 (53 Rentals)
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Kindlewood

Tarleton Square

1500 6th St SE

1506 6th St SE

804 Hinton Ave

416 E Main St

720 Nalle St

108 2nd St SW

1307 King St
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509 Valley Rd

301 Paton St

406 Hedge St

One Hundred Avon

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301 7th St SW

910 Stonehenge Ave Ext

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Norcross Station

Beacon on 5th

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Jefferson Commons

205 Douglas Avenue, Unit Two
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702 Delevan St

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1458 Avon St, Unit B

Greenstone on 5th - Tax Credit

West Main Apartments

Ephphatha Village Apartments

Friendship Court

Woodrow

Water Street Apartments

432 3rd St NE

Altamont Circle Apartments
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1800 Jefferson Park Ave

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The Meriwether

616 Rockcreek Rd

415 2nd St NE

136 Goodman St

903 Grove St

University Apartments

525 Ridge Street

The Barringer at Monroe Lane
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705 Walker Square

750 Walker Square

301 7th St SW

1201 Druid Ave

770 Walker Square

730 Walker Square

Main Street Apartments

1401 Forest Ridge Rd

735 Walker Square

1707 Jefferson Park Ave
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Ridge Street, Charlottesville, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ridge Street?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ridge Street Studio Apartments | $1,489 | $1,489 | $1,489 |
| Ridge Street 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,867 | $655 | $4,329 |
| Ridge Street 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,919 | $864 | $4,520 |
| Ridge Street 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,999 | $1,010 | $5,660 |
| Ridge Street 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,754 | $1,304 | $4,405 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 53 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Ridge Street Neighborhood of Charlottesville, VA.
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Cheapest Available Ridge Street Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ridge Street 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 $864. Here are the most affordable Ridge Street apartments for rent in Charlottesville, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kindlewood | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $744 |
| Crestline Charlottesville | Berkeley 2 - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $864 |
| Tarleton Square | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,409 |
| One Hundred Avon | Floorplan E | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Beacon on 5th | A1 - Afton | 1BR,1BA | $1,761 |
| Norcross Station | The Caboose is Available for March, April! 3rd ... | 1BR,1BA | $1,780 |
| Six hundred West Main | B | 1BR,1BA | $2,514 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ridge Street, VA
As of April 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ridge Street area is the $2.37 price per square foot 702 Delevan St Model at 702 Delevan St in the in the Ridge Street neighborhood starting from $1,895. The second greatest value Ridge Street apartment is the Bronson -2x2 Model at Crestline Charlottesville starting at $1,500 with a $1.99 price per square foot in the Ridge Street neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ridge Street apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 702 Delevan St | 702 Delevan St | 2BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| Crestline Charlottesville | Bronson -2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.99 |
| Norcross Station | The Crossing is Available for March or April! | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| Beacon on 5th | A1 - Afton | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| Six hundred West Main | C | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
| Kindlewood | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| 301 7th St SW | 301 7th St SW | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| One Hundred Avon | Floorplan E | 1BR,1BA | $3.32 |
| Tarleton Square | Efficiency | Studio ,1BA | $3.16 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRidge Street, Charlottesville, VA
Ranked #12
Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ridge Street Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ridge Street?
The cheapest apartment in Ridge Street is Kindlewood which is listed at $744, while the average apartment in Ridge Street costs $1,855.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Ridge Street?
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 35 regular apartments in Ridge Street 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 Ridge Street?
Cheap apartments in Ridge Street have an average cost of $1,244 which is $611 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Ridge Street.
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