Cheap Homes for Rent in West Charlottesville Neighborhood of Charlottesville, VA from $900 (18 Rentals)

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property at 251 Stribling Ave

251 Stribling Ave

CharlottesvilleVA22903
property at 1305 Cherry Ave

1305 Cherry Ave

CharlottesvilleVA22903

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property at 301 7th St SW

301 7th St SW, Unit A

301 7th St SW
CharlottesvilleVA22903
property at 1708 Solomon Rd

1708 Solomon Rd

CharlottesvilleVA22901
property at 1708 Solomon Rd

1708 Solomon Rd

CharlottesvilleVA22901

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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 3 Beds unit found at The Pavilion at North Grounds priced from $1,179. Barracks West has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,275. Here are the most affordable West Charlottesville apartments for rent in Charlottesville, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Pavilion at North Grounds3 Bed 3 Bath - C23BR,3BA$1,179
Barracks WestTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,275
Spark CharlottesvilleRise1BR,1BA$1,348
Berkshire and Barter Court Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,560
Six Hundred West MainEStudio,1BA$1,681

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Charlottesville, VA

As of June 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Charlottesville area is the $1.68 price per square foot C3 - Shadwell Model at Beacon on 5th in the in the Ridge Street neighborhood starting from $2,904. The second greatest value West Charlottesville apartment is the Jefferson Suite - Wahoo Series Model at University Heights starting at $3,200 with a $2.13 price per square foot in the Ridge Street neighborhood. 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.
Beacon on 5thC3 - Shadwell3BR,2.5BA$1.68
University HeightsJefferson Suite - Wahoo Series4BR,2BA$2.13
1540 Broad Ave, Unit 1540 A Broad Ave1540 Broad Ave2BR,1BA$1.47
Flats at West Village4x4 Balcony4BR,4BA$0.92
Arden PlaceMaple2BR,2BA$1.86
5 Row ApartmentsB22BR,2BA$1.97
Attain on 5thMcIntire *Newly Renovated2BR,2BA$1.92
Cobalt RidgeMonticello2BR,1BA$1.89
Berkshire and Barter Court Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,1.5BA$2.05
Spark CharlottesvilleRise1BR,1BA$2.05

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Frequently Asked Questions about West Charlottesville

What type of rentals are currently available in West Charlottesville?

There are currently 131 Apartments for Rent in West Charlottesville, VA with pricing that ranges from $725 to $5,393. There are also 66 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Charlottesville ranging from $920 to $8,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West Charlottesville?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Charlottesville ranges from $920 to $8,800 with an average monthly rent of $4,294.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in West Charlottesville?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in West Charlottesville range from $1,675 to $5,393, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $920 to $3,650. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,450 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,299.

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