
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dolphin, VA from $600 (56 Rentals)
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Union Flats

Cavalier Senior Apartments

Cavalier Apartments II

Summit Pointe Apartments

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Studio 622

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Viva Colina

Aubrey Apartments

Commerce Street

Mill Creek, Mill Pond & Park Ave Apartments
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Market St Lofts

High Street Lofts

Webster Court Apartments

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Woodmere Apartments

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Petersburg ArtistSpace Lofts

Crater Square

Star Lofts

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The Bosco

TANGLEWOOD APARTMENTS

Windham Hills
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Jesse Lee Apartments

Perry Street Lofts

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Addison Crater Woods

River Road Terrace Apartment Homes

The Lofts at Dunlop

Mayton Transfer Lofts

Colonial Court Apartments

Candy Factory

1814 East Blvd

The Residences at Southern Oaks
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Walnut Hill

Mecklenburg Manor Apartments

Lawrenceville Manor Apartments

Burr Lofts

101 Washington St

120 S Broad St

110 Courthouse Rd

Reese Village Apartments

Petersburg Lofts

The Lofts at Union Pen
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Lofts on Market

Elora Gardens at Petersburg

1528 Lincoln St

1020 Washington Ave

1729 Roanoke Ave

Jabez Downtown

203 N Amelia Ave

The Lofts at South Street

1892 US-1

509 Stokes St
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Dolphin, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dolphin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dolphin Studio Apartments | $998 | $690 | $1,381 |
| Dolphin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,211 | $670 | $1,782 |
| Dolphin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,385 | $799 | $2,584 |
| Dolphin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,652 | $920 | $2,100 |
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Cheapest Available Dolphin Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Dolphin, VA is a Studio unit found at Union Flats in the Petersburg Chesterfield neighborhood priced from $690. Cavalier Apartments II has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $731. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dolphin apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union Flats | Studio | Studio,1BA | $690 |
| Cavalier Apartments II | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $731 |
| Summit Pointe Apartments | 2x1-Small - 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $799 |
| Stateside Landing | 2 bedroom 50% | 2BR,1BA | $803 |
| Studio 622 | STU | Studio,1BA | $839 |
| Viva Colina | 2BD | 2BR,1BA | $895 |
| Mill Creek, Mill Pond & Park Ave Apartments | Mill Creek 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Commerce Street | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| Woodmere Apartments | The Ash | 1BR,1BA | $1,008 |
| The Bosco | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dolphin, VA and Nearby
As of May 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dolphin area is the $1.05 price per square foot 2X2 Model at IVY Gates in the starting from $1,435. The second greatest value Dolphin apartment is the 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at Cavalier Apartments II starting at $1,285 with a $1.17 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Dolphin apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| IVY Gates | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Cavalier Apartments II | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| Walnut Hill | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Mill Creek, Mill Pond & Park Ave Apartments | Park Ave 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Cavalier Senior Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| Stateside Landing | 2 bedroom 50% | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Petersburg ArtistSpace Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| The Bosco | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Commerce Street | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Summit Pointe Apartments | 2x1-Small-Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dolphin Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Dolphin?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Dolphin is at Union Flats listed at $690.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dolphin Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dolphin Apartment is $731 at Cavalier Apartments II.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Dolphin Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Dolphin is starting from $799 at Summit Pointe Apartments.
What is the most affordable Dolphin Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Dolphin Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Stateside Landing and starts from $920.
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