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109 Perry St

PetersburgVA23803
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39 River St
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39 River St

39 River StPetersburg, VA 23803
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741 Harding St
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741 Harding St

741 Harding StPetersburg, VA 23803
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35 Corling St
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35 Corling St

35 Corling StPetersburg, VA 23803
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29 S Jefferson St
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29 S Jefferson St

29 S Jefferson StPetersburg, VA 23803

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225 N South St
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225 N South St

225 N South StPetersburg, VA 23803
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129 S Sycamore St
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129 S Sycamore St

129 S Sycamore StPetersburg, VA 23803
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531 St Marks St
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531 St Marks St

531 St Marks StPetersburg, VA 23803
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Dorsey Flats
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Dorsey Flats

1000 Diamond StPetersburg, VA 23803
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Pecan Acres
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Pecan Acres

433 Pecan StPetersburg, VA 23803
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215 Henry St
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215 Henry St

215 Henry StPetersburg, VA 23803

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Petersburg 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: November 16, 2025

There are currently 30 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Petersburg, VA neighborhoods that range in price from $880 to $1,743. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Petersburg with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Old Towne Petersburg30$1,250$880

Largest Available Petersburg 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Petersburg, VA is found at Odd Fellows Building in the Petersburg Chesterfield neighborhood and is 1,022 square feet priced from $1,180. Plaza at Bank Street in the Old Towne Petersburg neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,014 square feet and currently listed start at $1,250. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Petersburg:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Odd Fellows Building1 Bed 1 Bath1,022 Sq Ft$1,180
Plaza at Bank Street1000s - One Bedroom1,014 Sq Ft$1,250
634 S Sycamore StMain House862 Sq Ft$950
High Street Lofts1 x 1 - Outlast854 Sq Ft$1,394
Addison Crater WoodsLily827 Sq Ft$1,408
The Bosco1BR/1.0BA800 Sq Ft$1,375
Mayton Transfer LoftsParamount780 Sq FtCall for Rates
Perry Street LoftsA3765 Sq Ft$1,250
Puddledock Place1 Bed, 1 bath750 Sq Ft$942
Petersburg ArtistSpace Lofts1 Bedroom561 Sq Ft$934

Cheapest Available Petersburg 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of November 16, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Petersburg, VA is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model starting from $731 at Cavalier Apartments II . The second most affordable Petersburg 1 Bedroom is the 1X1 Reno - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Reno Model at Summit Pointe Apartments starting at $850 in the Petersburg Chesterfield neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Petersburg is currently $1,241. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Petersburg:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Cavalier Apartments II1 Bed, 1 bath$731
Summit Pointe Apartments1X1 Reno - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Reno$850
Perry Street LoftsA1$880
Union FlatsOne Bedroom One Bathroom$885
The Lofts on Market Street600s - One Bedroom$895
301 NORTH - Petersburg Loft Living600s - One Bedroom$895
Burr Lofts1BD; 1BTH$895
Old Towne Flats500s - One Bedroom$925
Petersburg ArtistSpace Lofts1 Bedroom$934
Puddledock Place1 Bed, 1 bath$942

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Petersburg Overview

Located in Eastern Virginia at the fall line of the Appomattox River is Petersburg, VA. This town offers both beauty and modern conveniences as well as a rich history. A walk-through area neighborhoods will delight any history buff, while the modern offerings and innovative transportation options also make it a great place to live in today’s time. Therefore, choosing Petersburg apartments is a great way to experience a truly unique city, with both modern and historic offerings. 

Why live in Petersburg, VA?

The city of Petersburg, VA offers a variety of activities while providing an affordable rental market for families or singles. The city is rich in historic sites but also provides outdoor enthusiasts with many options as well thanks to its outdoor parks. In addition, the city overall is in close proximity to larger cities as well as coastal destinations that make Petersburg a unique mixture of a small town and suburban feel while offering annual festivals and transportation options. 

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Petersburg, VA

Ranked #297

Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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2.5
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Getting Around Petersburg, VA

Walk Score®

46 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

38 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Petersburg Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Petersburg with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Petersburg is at Cavalier Apartments II listed at $731.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Petersburg Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Petersburg is $1,241.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Petersburg Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Petersburg is a 1,022 square feet unit starting from $1,180 at Odd Fellows Building.

What is the average size for Petersburg 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Petersburg is currently 937 sq ft.

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