
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ridge Street Neighborhood of Charlottesville, VA from $600 (37 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Ridge Street area of Charlottesville.


119 W Main St, Unit D

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Jefferson Commons

Tarleton Square

814-816-816 Page St

1505 Broad Ave

416 E Main St

108 2nd St SW

313 2nd St SE
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1800 Jefferson Park Ave

301 Paton St

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706 Rockland Ave, Unit B

1519 Rosa Terrace

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1306 Grove St, Unit A

406 Hedge St

104 Stratford Ct

428 Monroe Ln

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710 Palatine Ave
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West Main Apartments

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Friendship Court

Woodrow

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432 3rd St NE

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616 Rockcreek Rd

1305 Cherry Ave

725 Walker Square

The Meriwether

903 Grove St

University Apartments

770 Walker Square

1201 Druid Ave

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415 Valley Rd Extension
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 | $1,383 | $1,250 | $1,550 |
| Ridge Street 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,092 | $1,161 | $3,889 |
| Ridge Street 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,880 | $882 | $4,008 |
| Ridge Street 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,330 | $1,380 | $2,855 |
| Ridge Street 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,332 | $1,285 | $1,370 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 37 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. Tarleton Square has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,460. 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 |
| Tarleton Square | Charlottesville Towers 407 | 2BR,1BA | $1,460 |
| One Hundred Avon | Floorplan E | 1BR,1BA | $1,805 |
| Beacon on 5th | A1 - Afton | 1BR,1BA | $1,871 |
| 525 Ridge Street | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2,480 |
| South Range | E - Easy Rider | 2BR,2BA | $2,694 |
| Six hundred West Main | N | 1BR,1BA | $3,780 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ridge Street, VA
As of July 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ridge Street area is the $1.38 price per square foot 710 Palatine Ave Model at 710 Palatine Ave in the in the Ridge Street neighborhood starting from $2,485. The second greatest value Ridge Street apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at 525 Ridge Street starting at $2,480 with a $2.08 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 710 Palatine Ave | 710 Palatine Ave | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.38 |
| 525 Ridge Street | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.08 |
| 1306 Grove St, Unit A | 1306 Grove St | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Six hundred West Main | N | 1BR,1BA | $4.66 |
| South Range | E - Easy Rider | 2BR,2BA | $3.32 |
| Tarleton Square | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| Beacon on 5th | A1 - Afton | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| Kindlewood | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| One Hundred Avon | Floorplan E | 1BR,1BA | $3.54 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRidge Street, Charlottesville, VA
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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 $2,693.
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 3 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 $816 which is $1,877 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Ridge Street.
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