
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Colonial Heights, VA from $500 (76 Rentals)
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Colonial Court Apartments

Branders Bridge Apartments

Terrace View Apartments

Dunlop Farms

The Oaks of Dunlop Farms

117a Newcastle Dr

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104 Lee Ave

Old Town Creek

310 Kent Ave

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Union Flats

616 Harrison St

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Studio 622

Puddledock Place

1633-35 N Valor Dr

Market St Lofts
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The Lofts at Dunlop

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Commerce Street

Webster Court Apartments

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Petersburg ArtistSpace Lofts

Crater Square

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The Bosco

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Old Towne Flats

Windham Hills
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The Cameron Lofts

709 High St

Star Lofts

131 S Old Church St, Unit B

River Road Terrace Apartment Homes

20503 Southlawn Ave, Unit APT B

130 Leavenworth St

Candy Factory

Mayton Transfer Lofts

The Nash Lofts
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1102 Custer St

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709 Kirkham St, Unit A

Washington Columns

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Viva Colina

301 NORTH - Petersburg Loft Living

Stainback

Burr Lofts
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Colonial Heights, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Colonial Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Colonial Heights Studio Apartments | $1,133 | $690 | $2,090 |
| Cheap Colonial Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,209 | $775 | $1,782 |
| Cheap Colonial Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,429 | $950 | $2,118 |
| Cheap Colonial Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,605 | $1,284 | $2,100 |
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Cheapest Available Colonial Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Colonial Heights, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Washington Columns in the Petersburg Chesterfield neighborhood priced from $595. Union Flats in the Old Towne Petersburg neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $775. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Colonial Heights apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Columns | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $595 |
| Union Flats | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| 301 NORTH - Petersburg Loft Living | 600s - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Stainback | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $895 |
| Puddledock Place | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $942 |
| 29 S Jefferson St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| 30 Franklin Apartments | 500s - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| The Lofts at Dunlop | 600s - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| The Lofts at Union Pen | 600s - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| The Lofts on Market Street | 600s - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Colonial Heights, VA
As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Colonial Heights area is the $0.88 price per square foot 1231 W Washington St Model at 1231 W Washington St, Unit Apt. A (Downstairs) in the in the Petersburg neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Colonial Heights apartment is the C1 Income Restricted Model at Broadwater Townhomes starting at $1,499 with a $1.03 price per square foot in the Chesterfield County neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Colonial Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1231 W Washington St, Unit Apt. A (Downstairs) | 1231 W Washington St | 3BR,1BA | $0.88 |
| Broadwater Townhomes | C1 Income Restricted | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.03 |
| Terrace View Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| Walnut Hill | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| River Road Terrace Apartment Homes | 763-2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Petersburg ArtistSpace Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Webster Court Apartments | Webster Court | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| The Bosco | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Puddledock Place | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Washington Columns | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Colonial Heights Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Colonial Heights?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Colonial Heights is at High Street Lofts listed at $1,199.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Colonial Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Colonial Heights Apartment is $595 at Washington Columns.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Colonial Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Colonial Heights is starting from $895 at Stainback.
What is the most affordable Colonial Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Colonial Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Puddledock Place and starts from $1,284.
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