
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Charlottesville Neighborhood of Charlottesville, VA from $600 (72 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the West Charlottesville area of Charlottesville.


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222 Stribling Ave, Unit A, Unit A

2420 Sunset Rd, Unit Apt A

195 Yellowstone Dr, Unit 004, Unit 004

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University Heights

130 Apple Tree Rd

Wertland Square

254 Stribling Ave

1224 Preston Ave

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Blue Ridge Crossing Apartments & Townhomes
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2423 Sunset Rd

720 Nalle St

1307 King St

112 Cleveland Ave

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1620 Rugby Ave, Unit B, Unit B

109 Piedmont Ave N

301 Paton St

Jefferson Ridge

1324 Silverbell Ct

2412 Jefferson Park Ave
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The Jeffersonian

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301 7th St SW, Unit A, Unit A

238 Sunset Ave

The Bennett

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Jefferson Commons

Greenstone on 5th - Tax Credit

Lambeth Lofts

Ephphatha Village Apartments

2006 Jefferson Park Ave

Berkshire and Barter Court Apartments
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Emerald Square

Ivy Garden

The James Madison Apartments

Culbreth Court Apartments

Woodrow

2114 Ivy Rd

Lyndhall

2432 Arlington Blvd

The Meadows Apartments

1800 Jefferson Park Ave
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Waverly Court

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The 12 Twelve

Rugby McIntyre

1605 Gordon Ave

1709 Cedar Hill Rd

144 Hessian Hills Cir

616 Rockcreek Rd

525 Burgoyne Rd

1305 Cherry Ave
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West Charlottesville, Charlottesville, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Charlottesville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Charlottesville Studio Apartments | $1,683 | $725 | $2,135 |
| West Charlottesville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,801 | $655 | $4,329 |
| West Charlottesville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,114 | $849 | $4,520 |
| West Charlottesville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,373 | $995 | $5,660 |
| West Charlottesville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,994 | $1,289 | $4,405 |
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There are currently 72 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 Crestline Charlottesville priced from $849. 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 West Charlottesville apartments for rent in Charlottesville, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| University Heights | The Ashlawn Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1,365 |
| Blue Ridge Crossing Apartments & Townhomes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,435 |
| The Pavilion at North Grounds | 2 Bed 2 Bath - B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1,449 |
| The Meadows Apartments | 1Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,451 |
| Jefferson Ridge | 1 Bed/1 Bath (1st floor) | 1BR,1BA | $1,690 |
| The Jeffersonian | 11A - The Charlottesvile | 1BR,1BA | $1,725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Charlottesville, VA
As of April 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the West 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 West Charlottesville apartment is the Virginian Model at Venable Court Apartments starting at $2,995 with a $2.28 price per square foot in the 10th and Page neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Varsity Park | The Monticello | 4BR,3BA | $0.90 |
| Venable Court Apartments | Virginian | 3BR,3BA | $2.28 |
| 10th & Dairy | The Cypress | 2BR,2BA | $2.46 |
| Berkshire and Barter Court Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.09 |
| The Pavilion at North Grounds | 2 Bed 2 Bath - B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
| Jefferson Ridge | 1 Bed/1 Bath (1st floor) | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| 702 Delevan St | 702 Delevan St | 2BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| Blue Ridge Crossing Apartments & Townhomes | Two Bedroom 1 Bath Reno | 2BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| Crestline Charlottesville | Bronson -2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.97 |
| Beacon on 5th | A1 - Afton | 1BR,1BA | $2.68 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest Charlottesville, Charlottesville, VA
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Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Charlottesville Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Charlottesville?
The cheapest apartment in West Charlottesville is University Heights which is listed at $1,365, while the average apartment in West Charlottesville costs $3,980.
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 50 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 $977 which is $3,003 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Charlottesville.
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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