
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Charlottesville Neighborhood of Charlottesville, VA from $665 (37 Rentals)
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111 Montpelier St

725 Denali Way

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Cherry Suites

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Jefferson Commons

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Lynnhaven Apartments

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Wertland Square

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University Heights

2114 Ivy Rd
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111 Washington Ave

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237 Yellowstone Dr

Lambeth Lofts

Ephphatha Village Apartments

2006 Jefferson Park Ave

125 Rosser Ave

Emerald Square
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AP7013 - 1920 Swanson Drive

Ivy Garden

The James Madison Apartments

211 Stribling Ave

Berkshire and Barter Court Apartments

Culbreth Court Apartments

211 Shamrock Rd

Lyndhall

1101 Grove St
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1101 Grove St, Unit B

820 Runnel Ct

1243 Cedars Ct

1905 Jefferson Park Ave

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The 12 Twelve

Rugby McIntyre

2405 Barracks Ct

1800 Jefferson Park Ave
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The Meadows Apartments
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Charlottesville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Charlottesville Studio Apartments | $2,018 | $1,910 | $2,370 |
| West Charlottesville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,013 | $735 | $2,630 |
| West Charlottesville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,037 | $805 | $3,904 |
| West Charlottesville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,938 | $1,040 | $4,773 |
| West Charlottesville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,849 | $1,150 | $4,550 |
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There are currently 37 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Charlottesville Neighborhood of Charlottesville, VA.
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Cheapest Available West Charlottesville Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Charlottesville area of Charlottesville, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at Grandmarc at the Corner priced from $805. AP7013 - 1920 Swanson Drive has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,095. Here are the most affordable West Charlottesville apartments for rent in Charlottesville, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grandmarc at the Corner | 2Dx2S - Double w/ Shared Bath | 2BR, 2BA | $805 |
| AP7013 - 1920 Swanson Drive | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1,095 |
| Emerald Square | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1,095 |
| Cherry Suites | Private Suite | 1BR, 1BA | $1,109 |
| Lynnhaven Apartments | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR, 1BA | $1,195 |
| Wertland Square | A4X2 Renovated | 4BR, 2BA | $1,235 |
| The Pavilion at North Grounds | 3 Bed 3 Bath - C4 | 3BR, 3BA | $1,245 |
| The Meadows Apartments | 1Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,492 |
| Jefferson Ridge | 1 Bed/1 Bath (2nd floor) with Wood Floors | 1BR, 1BA | $1,645 |
| University Heights | The Madison Deluxe | 2BR, 1BA | $1,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Charlottesville, VA
As of September 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Charlottesville area is the $1.62 price per square foot 116 Howard Dr Model at 116 Howard Dr, Unit Apt #1 in the 10th and Page neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value West Charlottesville apartment is the 4x4 Balcony Model at Flats at West Village in the Ridge Street neighborhood starting at $1,285 with a $0.91 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for West 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 |
| Flats at West Village | 4x4 Balcony | 4BR, 4BA | $0.91 |
| Wertland Square | A4X2 Renovated | 4BR, 2BA | $0.90 |
| Jefferson Ridge | 1 Bed/1 Bath (2nd floor) | 1BR, 1BA | $2.00 |
| University Heights | The Madison Deluxe | 2BR, 1BA | $1.84 |
| Berkshire and Barter Court Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR, 1.5BA | $1.84 |
| The Pavilion at North Grounds | 2 Bed 2 Bath - B1 | 2BR, 2BA | $1.40 |
| Grandmarc at the Corner | 2x2 Renovated | 2BR, 2BA | $1.59 |
| AP7013 - 1920 Swanson Drive | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1.56 |
| Lynnhaven Apartments | 1 Bedrooms | 1BR, 1BA | $1.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Charlottesville Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in West Charlottesville?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Charlottesville is under $1,700.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Charlottesville?
The cheapest apartment in West Charlottesville is AP7013 - 1920 Swanson Drive which is listed at $1,095, while the average apartment in West Charlottesville costs $2,065.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West 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 28 regular apartments in West 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 West Charlottesville?
Cheap apartments in West Charlottesville have an average cost of $1,049 which is $1,016 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Charlottesville.
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