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2852 Fairfield AveRichmond, VA 23223
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Mechanicsville, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Mechanicsville Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Mechanicsville, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at Richfield Place Apartments in the Bellevue neighborhood priced from $775. Kings Point Apartments in the Brauers neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,030. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mechanicsville apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Richfield Place ApartmentsThe Kent2BR,1BA$775
Kings Point Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,030
Mallard GreensThe Place You've Been Looking For!!!! Call Now!!2BR,1BA$1,050
Village at the ArborsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,099
The Grand Richmond at Brook Run1bed1bath1BR,1BA$1,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mechanicsville, VA

As of January 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mechanicsville area is the $1.63 price per square foot The Cherrydale: Sherwood C Model at Sherwood Apartment Homes in the starting from $1,633. The second greatest value Mechanicsville apartment is the 2X2 Model at BeaverDam Creek Apartments starting at $1,599 with a $1.60 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Mechanicsville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Sherwood Apartment HomesThe Cherrydale: Sherwood C2BR,2BA$1.63
BeaverDam Creek Apartments2X22BR,2BA$1.60
Overlook at Brook Run I & IITwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.40
Richfield Place ApartmentsThe Windsor3BR,1.5BA$1.51
Mallard GreensWelcome to MallardGreens2BR,1BA$1.33
BellevueTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.59
Victory at Edgewood2 Bedroom 1 Bath Townhome - Classic2BR,1BA$1.58
Village at the ArborsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.49
The Grand Richmond at Brook Run1bed1bath1BR,1BA$1.77
Kings Point Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,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 $1,030 at Kings Point 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 $775 at Richfield Place Apartments.

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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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!