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

How Many Bedrooms?Done
Select your price rangeDone
to
Note: Properties with the Total Monthly Price badge include all required fees. Hover over the badge for details.
Lifestyle Matching SearchDone
By AmenitiesDone
By Community TypeDone
Features and AvailabilityDone
Done

Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in Colonial Heights.

property at 419 Joe Johnson Ave

$950

Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$950

Total Monthly Price
$950

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

419 Joe Johnson Ave

Colonial HeightsVA23834
close
View Me
Mattox Landing Apartments
$1,386 - $1,670
Total Monthly Price12 Month Lease Term

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$1,331 - $1,615
Required Monthly Fees
$55

Total Monthly Price
$1,386 - $1,670
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Mattox Landing Apartments

205 Archer AveColonial Heights, VA 23834
Family Friendly
  • Verified
  • Low Income

The Richmond Renter's Guide to Living Near Work

Get the inside scoop on Richmond's most livable neighborhoods and find the perfect apartment close to where you work. Our local expert breaks it all down by the city's top employers like VCU Health and Costar.

property at 104 Lee Ave

$995

Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$995

Total Monthly Price
$995

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

104 Lee Ave

Colonial HeightsVA23834
close
View Me
Old Town Creek
2 Bedroom Apartments

Old Town Creek

107 New Castle DrColonial Heights, VA 23834
  • Utilities Included
property at 310 Kent Ave

$1,141

Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$1,141

Total Monthly Price
$1,141

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

310 Kent Ave

Colonial HeightsVA23834
property at 616 Harrison St

$800

Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$800

Total Monthly Price
$800

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

616 Harrison St

PetersburgVA23803
close
View Me
Studio 622
$819 - $1,019
Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$789 - $989
Required Monthly Fees
$30

Total Monthly Price
$819 - $1,019
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Studio 622

622 E Wythe StPetersburg, VA 23803
Affordability
  • Verified
  • 3D Tour
property at 1633-35 N Valor Dr

$950

Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$950

Total Monthly Price
$950

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

1633-35 N Valor Dr

PetersburgVA23803

Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Find income-restricted rentals and housing subsidies. Explore government programs designed to help low-income families secure stable, affordable housing.

close
View Me
Petersburg ArtistSpace Lofts
$1,011 - $2,118
Total Monthly Price12 Month Lease Term

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$891 - $1,998
Required Monthly Fees
$120

Total Monthly Price
$1,011 - $2,118
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Petersburg ArtistSpace Lofts

120 Perry StPetersburg, VA 23803
Eco-Friendly
  • Verified
  • Customer Reviewed
  • Low Income
close
View Me
The Bosco
Rent Specials
$1,015 - $1,249
Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$1,015 - $1,249

Total Monthly Price
$1,015 - $1,249
1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Bosco

219 E Bank StPetersburg, VA 23803
Corporate Housing
  • Verified
  • Utilities Included
  • 3D Tour
close
View Me
Old Towne Flats
$1,047 - $1,302
Total Monthly Price12 Month Lease Term

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$895 - $1,150
Required Monthly Fees
$152

Total Monthly Price
$1,047 - $1,302
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Old Towne Flats

230 N Sycamore StPetersburg, VA 23803
Family Friendly
  • Verified
  • Customer Reviewed
  • Smoke Free

Explore The River City Like a Local: The Insider's Guide to Renting in Richmond, VA

Thinking of moving to Richmond, VA? Learn why "The River City" is a perfect blend of big-city amenities and small-town charm, offering a low cost of living, minimal traffic, and a rich cultural scene.

property at 709 High St

$1,100

Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$1,100

Total Monthly Price
$1,100

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

709 High St

PetersburgVA23803
property at 131 S Old Church St

$1,170

Total Monthly Price12 Month Lease Term

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$1,170

Total Monthly Price
$1,170

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Now

131 S Old Church St, Unit B

131 S Old Church St
PetersburgVA23803
property at 20503 Southlawn Ave

$1,195

Total Monthly Price12 Month Lease Term

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$1,195

Total Monthly Price
$1,195

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

20503 Southlawn Ave, Unit APT B

20503 Southlawn Ave
South ChesterfieldVA23803
property at 130 Leavenworth St

$1,199

Total Monthly Price12 Month Lease Term

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$1,199

Total Monthly Price
$1,199

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

130 Leavenworth St

PetersburgVA23803

Richmond’s Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Richmond and the best affordable places to live by our Local Expert Richard Corrigan

property at 1102 Custer St

$1,299

Total Monthly Price12 Month Lease Term

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$1,299

Total Monthly Price
$1,299

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

1102 Custer St

PetersburgVA23803
close
View Me
709 Kirkham St, Unit A
$1,400
Total Monthly Price12 Month Lease Term

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$1,400

Total Monthly Price
$1,400
2 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

709 Kirkham St, Unit A

709 Kirkham StPetersburg, VA 23803
close
View Me
Washington Columns
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Washington Columns

633-647 W Washington StPetersburg, VA 23803
Senior Living
close
View Me
Viva Colina
2 Bedroom Apartments

Viva Colina

1517 Halifax StPetersburg, VA 23803
close
View Me
Stainback
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Stainback

416 S West StPetersburg, VA 23803
close
View Me
Burr Lofts
1 Bedroom Apartments

Burr Lofts

123 Pine StPetersburg, VA 23803
Corporate Housing

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

Colonial Heights, VA Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Washington Columns1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$595
Union FlatsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$775
301 NORTH - Petersburg Loft Living600s - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$895
Stainback2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$895
Puddledock Place1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$942
29 S Jefferson St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$995
30 Franklin Apartments500s - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$995
The Lofts at Dunlop600s - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$995
The Lofts at Union Pen600s - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$995
The Lofts on Market Street600s - One Bedroom1BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1231 W Washington St, Unit Apt. A (Downstairs)1231 W Washington St3BR,1BA$0.88
Broadwater TownhomesC1 Income Restricted3BR,2.5BA$1.03
Terrace View Apartments2x22BR,2BA$1.35
Walnut HillB12BR,2BA$1.32
River Road Terrace Apartment Homes763-2x12BR,1BA$1.24
Petersburg ArtistSpace Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.19
Webster Court ApartmentsWebster Court2BR,1BA$1.15
The Bosco1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.22
Puddledock Place1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.26
Washington Columns1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.00

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

Read Article
Decorative image

The Ultimate Renter's Guide for Finding the Perfect Student Friendly Richmond Neighborhood to Rent

Learn about the best neighborhoods for student renters near Richmond Colleges and Universities by our Local Expert Richard Corrigan

Read Article
Decorative image

Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

Read Article
Decorative image

Quick Rent Budget Calculator

How much rent can you afford?

The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.

decorative image of people with a giant lease agreement

Remember the 3 Rules of Real Estate:
Location, Location, Location!

Explore Colonial Heights, VA Rentals by Map

View Map
Colonial Heights, VA Apartments Map
View Map
Colonial Heights, VA Rental Homes Map

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.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Helpful Local Expert Guides

decorative image for Your Richmond Neighborhood Guide: Living Near the City's Top Employers article

Your Richmond Neighborhood Guide: Living Near the City's Top Employers

Written by: Richard Corrigan

Richmond is a beautiful place to live and work. The city has something for everyone—historic charm, trendy shops and boutiques, world-class restaurants and amazing urban parks and green spaces.

decorative image for Explore The River City Like a Local: The Insider's Guide to Renting in Richmond, VA article

Explore The River City Like a Local: The Insider's Guide to Renting in Richmond, VA

Written by: Richard Corrigan

Welcome to Richmond! For those unfamiliar, it’s Virginia’s state capitol, a city with a long and rich history, and—some might say—Virginia’s biggest small town. There’s a lot to love about living here.

decorative image for Your Guide to Picking the Perfect Richmond Neighborhood for Student Renters article

Your Guide to Picking the Perfect Richmond Neighborhood for Student Renters

Written by: Richard Corrigan

Richmond isn't always thought of as a college town, but there are actually several major colleges and universities here. One thing Richmond does get credit for—and rightfully so—is being a very neighborhood-friendly city.

decorative image for A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Richmond, VA article

A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Richmond, VA

Written by: Richard Corrigan

Richmond is rightly considered one of the best places to live on the East Coast. We love Richmond’s rich history, phenomenal culinary scene, unique art and culture, and its next-level parks and green spaces.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

decorative image for Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals   article

Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

decorative image for Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It article

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

decorative image for Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention   article

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

decorative image for How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide article

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.