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712 High St

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How much does it cost to rent a home in Colonial Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colonial Heights 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,466 | $1,100 | $2,115 |
| Colonial Heights 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,889 | $1,199 | $2,595 |
| Colonial Heights 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,156 | $1,599 | $3,000 |
| Colonial Heights 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,249 | $1,599 | $3,100 |
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Cheapest Available Colonial Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Colonial Heights, VA is a Studio unit found at Butterworth Flats in the Old Towne Petersburg neighborhood priced from $182. Washington Columns in the Petersburg Chesterfield neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Colonial Heights apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Butterworth Flats | 0 Bedroom 2 Bath - 71452 | Studio,2BA | $182 |
| Washington Columns | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Stainback | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Colonial Heights, VA
As of August 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Colonial Heights area is the $1.03 price per square foot C1 Income Restricted Model at Broadwater Townhomes in the in the Chesterfield County neighborhood starting from $1,499. The second greatest value Colonial Heights apartment is the Colony Wood Townhomes Model at Colony Wood Townhomes starting at $1,495 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the Petersburg Chesterfield 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broadwater Townhomes | C1 Income Restricted | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.03 |
| Colony Wood Townhomes | Colony Wood Townhomes | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.38 |
| Terrace View Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| Branders Bridge Apartments | 2BR1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.21 |
| Walnut Hill | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Petersburg ArtistSpace Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Webster Court Apartments | Webster Court | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| 1121 Stainback St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Puddledock Place | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Washington Columns | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Colonial Heights?
There are currently 134 Apartments for Rent in Colonial Heights, VA with pricing that ranges from $182 to $2,113. There are also 70 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Colonial Heights ranging from $995 to $3,100.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Colonial Heights?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Colonial Heights ranges from $995 to $3,100 with an average monthly rent of $1,753.
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