
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Mechanicsville, VA from $700 (36 Rentals)
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Colonial Apartments

Overlook at Brook Run I & II

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Mallard Greens

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Summerdale Apartments

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Mechanicsville, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mechanicsville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Mechanicsville Studio Apartments | $1,060 | $1,060 | $1,060 |
| Cheap Mechanicsville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,575 | $726 | $2,293 |
| Cheap Mechanicsville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,635 | $995 | $2,865 |
| Cheap Mechanicsville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,707 | $1,395 | $2,798 |
| Cheap Mechanicsville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,400 | $2,400 | $2,400 |
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Cheapest Available Mechanicsville Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Mechanicsville, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at Mallard Greens in the East neighborhood priced from $935. Highland Terrace Apartments in the Chestnut Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $946. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mechanicsville apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mallard Greens | 2 Reno | 2BR,1BA | $935 |
| Highland Terrace Apartments | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $946 |
| Richfield Place Apartments | The York | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| Kings Point Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,030 |
| Linden at Highland Park | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Bellevue | Large 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Village at the Arbors | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Colonial Apartments | Williamsburg | 1BR,1BA | $1,276 |
| Treehouse | Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1,283 |
| Victory at Edgewood | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Townhome - Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mechanicsville, VA
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mechanicsville area is the $1.53 price per square foot 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath - 890sqft Model at The Links Condominiums in the starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Mechanicsville apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Overlook at Brook Run I & II starting at $1,299 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the Bellevue neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mechanicsville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Links Condominiums | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath - 890sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Overlook at Brook Run I & II | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| Summerdale Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Mill Trace Village Apartments | The Brook | 2BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| Richfield Place Apartments | The Windsor | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.51 |
| Mallard Greens | 2bd/1bth | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Victory at Edgewood | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Townhome - Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Village at the Arbors | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Highland Terrace Apartments | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Kings Point Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mechanicsville Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mechanicsville Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mechanicsville Apartment is $995 at Richfield Place Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mechanicsville Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mechanicsville is starting from $935 at Mallard Greens.
What is the most affordable Mechanicsville Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Mechanicsville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Richfield Place Apartments and starts from $1,395.
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