
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Charlottesville Neighborhood of Charlottesville, VA from $630 (78 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the South Charlottesville area of Charlottesville.


Monticello Vista Apartments

100 Yellowstone Dr

Kindlewood

190 Yellowstone Dr, Unit 102

190 Yellowstone Dr, Unit 102

Timberland Park

122 Yellowstone Dr, Unit 205

111 Montpelier St

Timberlake Place Apartments
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Cherry Suites

1504 6th St SE

Carlton Views

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University Heights

119 W Main St, Unit B

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Jefferson Commons

416 E Main St

119 W Main St

1226 Smith St

Locust Grove
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Wertland Square

Tarleton Square

416 E Main St

1222 Smith St

814-816-816 Page St

103 Cresap Rd

Hickory Hope Apartments

Wilton Farm Apartments

1305 Cherry Ave

410 Dorrier Dr
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112 Cleveland Ave

702 Graves St

301 Paton St

1519 Rosa Terrace

Villas at Southern Ridge

109 Piedmont Ave N

Brookdale Apartments

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706 Rockland Ave, Unit B

4 Rockbrook Dr

Greenstone on 5th - Tax Credit
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237 Yellowstone Dr

West Main Street Apartments

Lambeth Lofts

Ephphatha Village Apartments

2006 Jefferson Park Ave

510 13th St NW

Ivy Garden

The James Madison Apartments

Friendship Court

Culbreth Court Apartments
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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 | $1,132 | $630 | $1,349 |
| South Charlottesville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,871 | $709 | $3,190 |
| South Charlottesville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,107 | $760 | $3,904 |
| South Charlottesville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,462 | $813 | $4,181 |
| South Charlottesville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,130 | $1,285 | $3,738 |
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There are currently 78 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Charlottesville Neighborhood of Charlottesville, VA.
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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 |
| Timberland Park | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $899 |
| Crestline Charlottesville | Beacon 2 - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $920 |
| Timberlake Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $983 |
| Cherry Suites | Private Suite | 1BR,1BA | $1,109 |
| Carlton Views | Phase II - 2 Bedroom 2 Bath II | 2BR,2BA | $1,136 |
| Jefferson Commons | A4X2 Renovated | 4BR,2BA | $1,285 |
| The Pavilion at North Grounds | 3 Bed 3 Bath - C4 | 3BR,3BA | $1,289 |
| Wertland Square | A4X2 Renovated | 4BR,2BA | $1,315 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Charlottesville, VA
As of August 27, 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 A4X2 Renovated Model at Wertland Square starting at $1,315 with a $0.96 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 |
| Wertland Square | A4X2 Renovated | 4BR,2BA | $0.96 |
| Crestline Charlottesville | Concord -3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $1.30 |
| Timberland Park | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| Brookdale Apartments | 2br/bd | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| The Pavilion at North Grounds | 2 Bed 2 Bath - B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| Villas at Southern Ridge | The Ivy | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| 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 $1,995.
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 71 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 $851 which is $1,144 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Charlottesville.
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