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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityMonticello Vista Apartments
1400 Monticello RdCharlottesville, VA 22902
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Charlottesville Neighborhood of Charlottesville, VA from $600 (106 Rentals)
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$744 - $1,350
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowKindlewood
460 Garrett StCharlottesville, VA 22902
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$983
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTimberlake Place Apartments
1518 E Market StCharlottesville, VA 22902
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5th Street Place
411 Afton Pond CtCharlottesville, VA 22902
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowHickory Hope Apartments
2980 Horizon RdCharlottesville, VA 22902
804 St James Cir
CharlottesvilleVA22902
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$1,212 - $2,024
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCarlton Views
1339 Carlton AveCharlottesville, VA 22902
130 Apple Tree Rd
CharlottesvilleVA22903
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$1,250 - $3,738
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1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 18Total Monthly Price
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University Heights
250 Colonnade DrCharlottesville, VA 22903
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119 W Main St, Unit D
119 W Main StCharlottesville, VA 22902
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$1,285 - $2,205
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1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 7Total Monthly Price
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$1,280 - $2,200
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Jefferson Commons
1620 Jefferson Park AveCharlottesville, VA 22903
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$1,310 - $2,150
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowLocust Grove
459 Locust AveCharlottesville, VA 22902
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$1,315 - $1,663
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2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available NowWertland Square
216-218 14th StCharlottesville, VA 22903
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$1,346 - $1,664
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3 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityTimberland Park Apartments
325 Timberland LnCharlottesville, VA 22903
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$1,349 - $1,829
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTarleton Square
701 E High StCharlottesville, VA 22902
814-816-816 Page St
CharlottesvilleVA22903
1226 Smith St
CharlottesvilleVA22901
1224 Smith St
CharlottesvilleVA22901
1505 Broad Ave
CharlottesvilleVA22903
1640 Center Ave
CharlottesvilleVA22903
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$1,440 - $1,650
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowWilton Farm Apartments
1475 Wilton Farm RdCharlottesville, VA 22911
108 2nd St SW
CharlottesvilleVA22902
416 E Main St
CharlottesvilleVA22902
112 Cleveland Ave
CharlottesvilleVA22903
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowVillas at Southern Ridge
1420 Southern Ridge DrCharlottesville, VA 22903
1519 Rosa Terrace
CharlottesvilleVA22902
100 Marion Ct
CharlottesvilleVA22903
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$1,550
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2323 Crestmont Ave, Unit 2323 Crestmont
2323 Crestmont AveCharlottesville, VA 22903
313 2nd St SE
CharlottesvilleVA22902
301 Paton St
CharlottesvilleVA22903
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109 Piedmont Ave N
CharlottesvilleVA22903
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$1,597 - $1,827
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowBrookdale Apartments
910 Upper Brook CtCharlottesville, VA 22903
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$1,600
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1 Bedroom Apartment Available Oct 19Total Monthly Price
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706 Rockland Ave, Unit B
706 Rockland AveCharlottesville, VA 22902
4 Rockbrook Dr
CharlottesvilleVA22901
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$1,600 - $3,195
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$1,575 - $3,170
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The Hudson
905 River RdCharlottesville, VA 22901
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603 Locust Ave, Unit apt B
603 Locust AveCharlottesville, VA 22902
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowStone Creek Village Apartments
365 Stone Creek PtCharlottesville, VA 22902
406 Fairway Ave
CharlottesvilleVA22902
406 Hedge St
CharlottesvilleVA22902
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$1,683 - $3,856
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$1,658 - $3,831
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10th & Dairy
400 10th St NWCharlottesville, VA 22903
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1029 Tupelo Ct
CharlottesvilleVA22903
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$1,695 - $2,295
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Jefferson Ridge
810 Catalpa CtCharlottesville, VA 22903
104 Stratford Ct
CharlottesvilleVA22903
602 Wilder Dr
CharlottesvilleVA22901
118 2nd St SW
CharlottesvilleVA22902
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Beacon on 5th
100 Dalton LnCharlottesville, VA 22903
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$1,797 - $2,756
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Altoview Apartment Homes
310 Fisher StCharlottesville, VA 22911
142 Yellowstone Dr, Unit 206
142 Yellowstone Dr
CharlottesvilleVA22903
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710 Palatine Ave
710 Palatine AveCharlottesville, VA 22902
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725 Denali Way, Unit APT 104
725 Denali WayCharlottesville, VA 22903
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South Charlottesville, Charlottesville, VA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Charlottesville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Charlottesville Studio Apartments | $1,282 | $630 | $1,900 |
| South Charlottesville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,962 | $983 | $3,385 |
| South Charlottesville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,158 | $760 | $4,677 |
| South Charlottesville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,541 | $813 | $4,071 |
| South Charlottesville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,160 | $1,285 | $4,250 |
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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. Grandmarc at the Corner has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable South Charlottesville apartments for rent in Charlottesville, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kindlewood | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $744 |
| Grandmarc at the Corner | 2Dx2S - Double w/ Shared Bath | 2BR,2BA | $895 |
| Timberlake Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $983 |
| Hickory Hope Apartments | 1 Bedroom - Phase A | 1BR,1BA | $1,090 |
| Locust Grove | Sparrow | 1BR,1BA | $1,310 |
| Wertland Square | A4X2 Renovated | 4BR,2BA | $1,315 |
| Wilton Farm Apartments | Model 2A | 2BR,1BA | $1,440 |
| Tarleton Square | Charlottesville Towers 407 | 2BR,1BA | $1,460 |
| Carlton Views | Phase II - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath I | 1BR,1BA | $1,472 |
| Villas at Southern Ridge | The Ivy | 2BR,2BA | $1,531 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Charlottesville, VA
As of July 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Charlottesville area is the $1.62 price per square foot 116 Howard Dr Model at 116 Howard Dr, Unit Apt #1 in the in the 10th and Page neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value South Charlottesville apartment is the 4X4 - Renovated Model at Grandmarc at the Corner starting at $1,399 with a $0.95 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 116 Howard Dr, Unit Apt #1 | 116 Howard Dr | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.62 |
| Grandmarc at the Corner | 4X4 - Renovated | 4BR,4BA | $0.95 |
| Brookdale Apartments | 2br/bd | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| Camden Courtyard | #1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Wertland Square | A2x2D Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.72 |
| Villas at Southern Ridge | The Ivy | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| Eagles Landing Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Wilton Farm Apartments | Model 2A | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Timberlake Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Kindlewood | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
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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 $3,425.
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 46 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 $934 which is $2,491 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Charlottesville.
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