
Cheap Homes for Rent in the The Meadows Neighborhood of Charlottesville, VA from $1,100 (29 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the The Meadows area of Charlottesville.


510 13th St NW

1020 Page St

2527 Hydraulic Rd

820 Runnel Ct

2114 Ivy Rd

912 Forest St
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137 Green Turtle Ln

2405 Barracks Ct

1326 Oak Tree Ln

2517 Hydraulic Rd

163 Hessian Hills Way

525 Burgoyne Rd

111 Hessian Hills Ridge
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603 Locust Ave, Unit apt B

1210 Agnese St

1157 Pen Park Rd

1764 Webland View

345 11th St NW

103 Turtle Creek Rd

709 Park St
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123 Turtle Creek Rd

511 1st St N

128 Turtle Creek Rd

112 Turtle Creek Rd

1272 Rio Rd E

1724 Solomon Rd

1216 Chatham Rdg
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141 Green Turtle Ln
The Meadows, Charlottesville, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in The Meadows?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Meadows 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,745 | $1,350 | $2,446 |
| The Meadows 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,544 | $1,650 | $4,500 |
| The Meadows 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,478 | $2,350 | $6,000 |
| The Meadows 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,500 | $6,500 | $6,500 |
| The Meadows 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,800 | $7,800 | $7,800 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 29 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the The Meadows Neighborhood of Charlottesville, VA.
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Cheapest Available The Meadows Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the The Meadows area of Charlottesville, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Woods Edge Apartments - 55 and Better! priced from $875. Ryan School Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $893. Here are the most affordable The Meadows apartments for rent in Charlottesville, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woods Edge Apartments - 55 and Better! | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Ryan School Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $893 |
| Grandmarc at the Corner | 2Dx2S - Double w/ Shared Bath | 2BR,2BA | $895 |
| Lynnhaven Apartments | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Hearthwood | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,236 |
| Treesdale | The Ivy | 2BR,2BA | $1,290 |
| University Heights | The Ashlawn | 1BR,1BA | $1,305 |
| Spark Charlottesville | Dazzle | 1BR,1BA | $1,306 |
| Wertland Square | A4X2 Renovated | 4BR,2BA | $1,315 |
| Westgate Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,419 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Meadows, VA
As of July 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the The Meadows 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 The Meadows 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 The Meadows 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 |
| Park's Edge Apartments | C1 (50% AMI) | 3BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| Rio Hill | The Virginian | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Treesdale | The Ivy | 2BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| Barclay Place | Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| Spark Charlottesville | Trust | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.56 |
| Camden Courtyard | #1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Ryan School Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Woods Edge Apartments - 55 and Better! | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in The Meadows, Charlottesville, VA
Walker Upper Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Meadows
What type of rentals are currently available in The Meadows?
There are currently 151 Apartments for Rent in The Meadows, VA with pricing that ranges from $688 to $4,181. There are also 81 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in The Meadows ranging from $1,100 to $12,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in The Meadows?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in The Meadows ranges from $1,100 to $12,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,951.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in The Meadows?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in The Meadows range from $1,239 to $4,181, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,650 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,350 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,300.
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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