Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Petersburg Chesterfield Neighborhood of Petersburg, VA from $700 (18 Rentals)

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High Street Lofts
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

High Street Lofts

526 High StPetersburg, VA 23803
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1 Bedroom Apartments

Long Lofts

1131 Commerce StPetersburg, VA 23803
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Petersburg Chesterfield, Petersburg, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Petersburg Chesterfield Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Petersburg Chesterfield area of Richmond, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at Summit Pointe Apartments priced from $799. Union Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $885. Here are the most affordable Petersburg Chesterfield apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Summit Pointe Apartments2x1-Small - 2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$799
Union FlatsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$885
301 NORTH - Petersburg Loft Living600s - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$895
Burr Lofts1BD; 1BTH1BR,1BA$895
Commerce Street2BR2BR,1BA$900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Petersburg Chesterfield, VA

As of November 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Petersburg Chesterfield area is the $1.15 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Petersburg ArtistSpace Lofts in the in the Petersburg Chesterfield neighborhood starting from $1,393. The second greatest value Petersburg Chesterfield apartment is the Colony Wood Townhomes Model at Colony Wood Townhomes starting at $1,495 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the Petersburg Chesterfield neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Petersburg Chesterfield apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Petersburg ArtistSpace Lofts2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.15
Colony Wood TownhomesColony Wood Townhomes2BR,1.5BA$1.38
Branders Bridge Apartments2BR1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$1.13
Walnut HillB12BR,2BA$1.32
River Road Terrace Apartment Homes763-2x1-Upgrade2BR,1BA$1.26
New Castle ApartmentsTC 2x12BR,1BA$1.35
634 S Sycamore StBU2BR,1BA$1.41
Commerce Street2BR2BR,1BA$1.09
301 NORTH - Petersburg Loft Living600s - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.37
Summit Pointe Apartments2x1-Small-Renovated2BR,1BA$1.38

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Petersburg Chesterfield, Petersburg, VA

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Getting Around the Petersburg Chesterfield Neighborhood in Petersburg, VA

Walk Score®

49 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

38 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Petersburg Chesterfield Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Petersburg Chesterfield?

The cheapest apartment in Petersburg Chesterfield is Union Flats which is listed at $885, while the average apartment in Petersburg Chesterfield costs $1,600.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Petersburg Chesterfield?

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 19 regular apartments in Petersburg Chesterfield 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 Chesterfield?

Cheap apartments in Petersburg Chesterfield have an average cost of $397 which is $1,203 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Petersburg Chesterfield.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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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! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

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