Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Charlottesville Neighborhood of Charlottesville, VA from $600 (29 Rentals)

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property at 1609 Gordon Ave

$1,245 - $1,850

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Jun 12

1609 Gordon Ave

CharlottesvilleVA22903
property at 1220 Smith St

$1,375

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

1220 Smith St

CharlottesvilleVA22901
property at 761 King St

$1,395 - $1,750

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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761 King St

CharlottesvilleVA22903

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West Main Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

West Main Apartments

113 W Main StCharlottesville, VA 22902
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Lambeth Lofts
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lambeth Lofts

1801 Lambeth LnCharlottesville, VA 22903
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Ivy Garden
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ivy Garden

100 Ivy DrCharlottesville, VA 22903
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Friendship Court
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Friendship Court

400-426 Garrett StCharlottesville, VA 22902
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Culbreth Court Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Culbreth Court Apartments

426 17th St NWCharlottesville, VA 22903
Student Housing
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Woodrow
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Woodrow

100 Stadium RdCharlottesville, VA 22903
Student Housing
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Lyndhall
1 Bedroom Apartments

Lyndhall

64 University WayCharlottesville, VA 22903
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432 3rd St NE
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

432 3rd St NE

432 3rd St NECharlottesville, VA 22902
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Rivanna Terrace
2 Bedroom Apartments

Rivanna Terrace

1220 Smith StCharlottesville, VA 22901
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South Charlottesville, Charlottesville, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Charlottesville Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Charlottesville 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 South Charlottesville apartments for rent in Charlottesville, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Kindlewood1BR1BR,1BA$744
Crestline CharlottesvilleBerkeley 2 - 2x22BR,2BA$849
Grandmarc at the Corner2Dx2S - Double w/ Shared Bath2BR,2BA$880
Varsity ParkVarsity Park UVA - Luxury Student Living4BR,3BA$950
Timberlake Place Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$983
Hickory Hope Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,234
Carlton ViewsPhase I - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath A601BR,1BA$1,331
Wilton Farm ApartmentsModel 2A2BR,1BA$1,440
The Pavilion at North Grounds2 Bed 2 Bath - B32BR,2BA$1,489
Tarleton Square1x11BR,1BA$1,514

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Charlottesville, VA

As of January 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Charlottesville area is the $1.44 price per square foot Roosevelt Model at Carriage Hill Apartments in the in the Martha Jefferson neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value South Charlottesville apartment is the Varsity Park UVA - Luxury Student Living Model at Varsity Park starting at $950 with a $0.67 price per square foot in the 10th and Page neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Charlottesville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Carriage Hill ApartmentsRoosevelt3BR,2BA$1.44
Varsity ParkVarsity Park UVA - Luxury Student Living4BR,3BA$0.67
The Woodlands of Charlottesville3 Bedroom Town3BR,3BA$1.73
Tenth Street WarehousesStudioStudio ,1BA$1.67
The Pavilion at North Grounds2 Bed 2 Bath - B32BR,2BA$1.46
Brookdale Apartments2br/bd2BR,2BA$1.58
Cardinal Court2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.60
Wilton Farm ApartmentsModel 2A2BR,1BA$1.63
Timberlake Place Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.40
Kindlewood1BR1BR,1BA$1.13

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Charlottesville, Charlottesville, VA

Ranked #5

Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Charlottesville. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, multifamily communities for the kids, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Charlottesville Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Charlottesville?

The cheapest apartment in South Charlottesville is Kindlewood which is listed at $744, while the average apartment in South Charlottesville costs $2,250.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Charlottesville?

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 62 regular apartments in South Charlottesville 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 South Charlottesville?

Cheap apartments in South Charlottesville have an average cost of $825 which is $1,425 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Charlottesville.

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

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!