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

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property at 100 Yellowstone Dr
$709 - $1,866

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$735

Total Monthly Price$735
1 Bedroom Rentals
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100 Yellowstone Dr

CharlottesvilleVA22903
property at 111 Montpelier St
$895 - $3,595

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$925

Total Monthly Price$925
1 To 4 Bedroom Rentals
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111 Montpelier St

CharlottesvilleVA22903
property at 725 Denali Way
$941

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$941

Total Monthly Price$941
2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent
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725 Denali Way

CharlottesvilleVA22903
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Cherry Suites
$1,109

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$949
Required Monthly Fees$160

Total Monthly Price$1,109
12 Month Lease Term
1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Cherry Suites

1003 Cherry AveCharlottesville, VA 22903
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Jefferson Commons
$1,150 - $2,160

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,139 - $2,149
Required Monthly Fees$11

Total Monthly Price$1,150 - $2,160
11 Month Lease Term
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 9, 2027

Jefferson Commons

1620 Jefferson Park AveCharlottesville, VA 22903
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Lynnhaven Apartments
$1,195 - $1,495

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,195 - $1,495

Total Monthly Price$1,195 - $1,495
12 Month Lease Term
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Lynnhaven Apartments

2206 N Berkshire RdCharlottesville, VA 22901
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Wertland Square
$1,235 - $3,336

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,229 - $3,330
Required Monthly Fees$6

Total Monthly Price$1,235 - $3,336
11 Month Lease Term
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Wertland Square

216-218 14th StCharlottesville, VA 22903
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University Heights
$1,250 - $3,738

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,250 - $3,738

Total Monthly Price$1,250 - $3,738
12 Month Lease Term
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

University Heights

250 Colonnade DrCharlottesville, VA 22903
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property at 2114 Ivy Rd
$1,395

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,395

Total Monthly Price$1,395
1 Bedroom Rentals
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2114 Ivy Rd

CharlottesvilleVA22903

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VERVE Charlottesville
$1,440 - $2,630

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,440 - $2,630

Total Monthly Price$1,440 - $2,630
11 Month Lease Term
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 17, 2027

VERVE Charlottesville

100 Stadium RdCharlottesville, VA 22903
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property at 111 Washington Ave
$1,495 - $2,600

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,495

Total Monthly Price$1,495
1 To 5 Bedroom Rentals
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111 Washington Ave

CharlottesvilleVA22903
property at 237 Yellowstone Dr
$780

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$780

Total Monthly Price$780
4 Bedroom, 4 Bath Condo for Rent
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237 Yellowstone Dr

CharlottesvilleVA22903
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Lambeth Lofts
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lambeth Lofts

1801 Lambeth LnCharlottesville, VA 22903
property at 125 Rosser Ave
$1,075

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,075

Total Monthly Price$1,075
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
Available Nov 1
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125 Rosser Ave

CharlottesvilleVA22903
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Emerald Square
1 Bedroom Apartments

Emerald Square

2121 Angus RdCharlottesville, VA 22901

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Ivy Garden
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ivy Garden

100 Ivy DrCharlottesville, VA 22903
property at 211 Stribling Ave
$1,170

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,170

Total Monthly Price$1,170
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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211 Stribling Ave

CharlottesvilleVA22903
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Culbreth Court Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Culbreth Court Apartments

426 17th St NWCharlottesville, VA 22903
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property at 211 Shamrock Rd
$1,200

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,200

Total Monthly Price$1,200
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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211 Shamrock Rd

CharlottesvilleVA22903
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Lyndhall
1 Bedroom Apartments

Lyndhall

64 University WayCharlottesville, VA 22903
property at 1101 Grove St
$1,295

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,295

Total Monthly Price$1,295
12 Month Lease Term
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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Cost Per Sq.Ft.

1101 Grove St

CharlottesvilleVA22903

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property at 1101 Grove St
$1,295

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,295

Total Monthly Price$1,295
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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1101 Grove St, Unit B

1101 Grove St
CharlottesvilleVA22903
property at 820 Runnel Ct
$1,300

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,300

Total Monthly Price$1,300
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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820 Runnel Ct

CharlottesvilleVA22901
property at 1243 Cedars Ct
$1,350

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,350

Total Monthly Price$1,350
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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1243 Cedars Ct

CharlottesvilleVA22903
property at 1905 Jefferson Park Ave
$1,375

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,375

Total Monthly Price$1,375
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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1905 Jefferson Park Ave

CharlottesvilleVA22903
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The 12 Twelve
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The 12 Twelve

1212 Cedars CtCharlottesville, VA 22903
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Rugby McIntyre
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Rugby McIntyre

611 Rugby RdCharlottesville, VA 22903
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property at 2405 Barracks Ct
$1,450

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,450

Total Monthly Price$1,450
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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2405 Barracks Ct

CharlottesvilleVA22901
property at 1800 Jefferson Park Ave
$1,475 - $2,350

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,475

Total Monthly Price$1,475
1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals
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1800 Jefferson Park Ave

CharlottesvilleVA22903

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West Charlottesville, Charlottesville, VA Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Grandmarc at the Corner2Dx2S - Double w/ Shared Bath2BR, 2BA$805
AP7013 - 1920 Swanson Drive1BR/1.0BA1BR, 1BA$1,095
Emerald Square1BR/1.0BA1BR, 1BA$1,095
Cherry SuitesPrivate Suite1BR, 1BA$1,109
Lynnhaven Apartments2 Bedrooms2BR, 1BA$1,195
Wertland SquareA4X2 Renovated4BR, 2BA$1,235
The Pavilion at North Grounds3 Bed 3 Bath - C43BR, 3BA$1,245
The Meadows Apartments1Bedroom1BR, 1BA$1,492
Jefferson Ridge1 Bed/1 Bath (2nd floor) with Wood Floors1BR, 1BA$1,645
University HeightsThe Madison Deluxe2BR, 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
116 Howard Dr, Unit Apt #1116 Howard Dr4BR, 2.5BA$1.62
Flats at West Village4x4 Balcony4BR, 4BA$0.91
Wertland SquareA4X2 Renovated4BR, 2BA$0.90
Jefferson Ridge1 Bed/1 Bath (2nd floor)1BR, 1BA$2.00
University HeightsThe Madison Deluxe2BR, 1BA$1.84
Berkshire and Barter Court Apartments3 Bedroom3BR, 1.5BA$1.84
The Pavilion at North Grounds2 Bed 2 Bath - B12BR, 2BA$1.40
Grandmarc at the Corner2x2 Renovated2BR, 2BA$1.59
AP7013 - 1920 Swanson Drive1BR/1.0BA1BR, 1BA$1.56
Lynnhaven Apartments1 Bedrooms1BR, 1BA$1.99

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West Charlottesville, Charlottesville, VA

Ranked #6

Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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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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