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1400 Monticello RdCharlottesville, VA 22902
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Charlottesville Neighborhood of Charlottesville, VA from $600 (121 Rentals)
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720-772-772 Prospect Ave
CharlottesvilleVA22903
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222 Stribling Ave, Unit A, Unit A
222 Stribling AveCharlottesville, VA 22903
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowKindlewood
460 Garrett StCharlottesville, VA 22902
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2420 Sunset Rd, Unit Apt A
2420 Sunset RdCharlottesville, VA 22903
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTimberlake Place Apartments
1518 E Market StCharlottesville, VA 22902
195 Yellowstone Dr, Unit 004, Unit 004
195 Yellowstone Dr
CharlottesvilleVA22903
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCarlton Views
1337 Carlton AveCharlottesville, VA 22902
804 St James Cir
CharlottesvilleVA22902
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTarleton Square
701 E High StCharlottesville, VA 22902
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1500 6th St SE
CharlottesvilleVA22902
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250 Colonnade DrCharlottesville, VA 22903
804 Hinton Ave
CharlottesvilleVA22902
130 Apple Tree Rd
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901 Park St
CharlottesvilleVA22901
700 Grove Ave
CharlottesvilleVA22902
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowHickory Hope Apartments
2980 Horizon RdCharlottesville, VA 22902
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowForest Street Apartments
1115-1117 Forest StCharlottesville, VA 22903
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2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityWertland Square
216-218 14th StCharlottesville, VA 22903
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowLocust Grove
459 Locust AveCharlottesville, VA 22902
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254 Stribling Ave
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1224 Preston Ave
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416 E Main St
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1220 Smith St
CharlottesvilleVA22901
2423 Sunset Rd
CharlottesvilleVA22903
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowWilton Farm Apartments
1475 Wilton Farm RdCharlottesville, VA 22911
720 Nalle St
CharlottesvilleVA22903
1307 King St
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108 2nd St SW
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112 Cleveland Ave
CharlottesvilleVA22903
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available May 8The Hudson
905 River RdCharlottesville, VA 22901
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1620 Rugby Ave, Unit B, Unit B
1620 Rugby AveCharlottesville, VA 22903
324 Caroline Ave
CharlottesvilleVA22902
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowVillas at Southern Ridge
1420 Southern Ridge DrCharlottesville, VA 22903
109 Piedmont Ave N
CharlottesvilleVA22903
301 Paton St
CharlottesvilleVA22903
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowBrookdale Apartments
910 Upper Brook CtCharlottesville, VA 22903
1512-1514 Wilton Farm Rd
CharlottesvilleVA22911
800 Castalia St
CharlottesvilleVA22902
1440 5th St
CharlottesvilleVA22902
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$1,662 - $2,560
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowStone Creek Village
365 Stone Creek PtCharlottesville, VA 22902
406 Hedge St
CharlottesvilleVA22902
4 Rockbrook Dr
CharlottesvilleVA22901
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$1,675 - $1,975
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowOne Hundred Avon
100 Avon StCharlottesville, VA 22902
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowJefferson Ridge
810 Catalpa CtCharlottesville, VA 22903
1324 Silverbell Ct
CharlottesvilleVA22903
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$1,699 - $2,390
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now5 Row Apartments
506 Five Row WayCharlottesville, VA 22903
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Jeffersonian
2401 Arlington BlvdCharlottesville, VA 22903
2412 Jefferson Park Ave
CharlottesvilleVA22903
905 River Rd
CharlottesvilleVA22901
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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 | $1,373 | $630 | $2,103 |
| South Charlottesville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,797 | $655 | $4,329 |
| South Charlottesville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,093 | $760 | $4,520 |
| South Charlottesville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,295 | $813 | $5,660 |
| South Charlottesville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,059 | $1,289 | $4,405 |
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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. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kindlewood | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $744 |
| Crestline Charlottesville | Berkeley 2 - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $849 |
| Grandmarc at the Corner | 2Dx2S - Double w/ Shared Bath | 2BR,2BA | $895 |
| Varsity Park | Varsity Park UVA - Luxury Student Living | 4BR,3BA | $950 |
| Timberlake Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $983 |
| Tarleton Square | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,219 |
| University Heights | The Keswick | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Hickory Hope Apartments | 1 Bedroom - Phase B | 1BR,1BA | $1,294 |
| Forest Street Apartments | 2 BR, 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,299 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Charlottesville, VA
As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Charlottesville area is the $0.90 price per square foot The Monticello Model at Varsity Park in the in the 10th and Page neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value South Charlottesville apartment is the 1653g22a Model at Riverside Village Apartments starting at $1,999 with a $1.80 price per square foot in the Martha Jefferson 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. |
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| Varsity Park | The Monticello | 4BR,3BA | $0.90 |
| Riverside Village Apartments | 1653g22a | 2BR,2BA | $1.80 |
| Attain on 5th | Carter *Newly Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.91 |
| Brookdale Apartments | 2br/bd | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| Villas at Southern Ridge | The Ivy | 2BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| The Pavilion at North Grounds | 2 Bed 2 Bath - B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
| Wilton Farm Apartments | Model 2A | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Forest Street Apartments | 2 BR, 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| 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 $3,980.
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 95 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 $820 which is $3,160 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Charlottesville.
Expert Rental Resources
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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.
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Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.
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.