
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Petersburg, VA from $799 (42 Rentals)


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Woodmere Apartments

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Viva Colina

1045 6th St

Claiborne Square Senior Apartments

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27 S Jefferson St

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Puddledock Place

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Petersburg?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petersburg Studio Apartments | $1,050 | $690 | $2,090 |
| Petersburg 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,194 | $731 | $1,779 |
| Petersburg 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,357 | $799 | $2,113 |
| Petersburg 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,521 | $1,222 | $2,100 |
| Petersburg 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,000 | $2,000 | $2,000 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Petersburg Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Petersburg?
The cheapest apartment in Petersburg is Summit Pointe Apartments which is listed at $799, while the average apartment in Petersburg costs $1,327.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Petersburg?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 7 regular apartments in Petersburg that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Petersburg?
Cheap apartments in Petersburg have an average cost of $855 which is $472 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Petersburg.
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