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110 Courthouse Rd

203 N Amelia Ave

713 2nd St

2321 Evans Mill Rd
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111 Dinwiddie Ave

12881 W James Anderson Hwy

601 Vernon St

601 Vernon St

2241 Mountain View Rd
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1035 Roark St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Rice?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rice 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,490 | $935 | $2,350 |
| Rice 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,273 | $1,500 | $3,000 |
| Rice 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,841 | $1,950 | $3,695 |
| Rice 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,426 | $2,950 | $4,000 |
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Cheapest Available Rice Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Rice, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Ashlake Crossings Apartments 55+ Community priced from $511. Poplar Forest has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,262. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rice apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashlake Crossings Apartments 55+ Community | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $511 |
| Poplar Forest | The Summerhill | 2BR,2BA | $1,262 |
| Hunter's Chase Apartments | Chesterfield Cup | 1BR,1BA | $1,333 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rice, VA and Nearby
As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rice area is the $1.67 price per square foot Wren Model at Towns At Swift Creek in the in the Charter Colony- Hartley Village neighborhood starting from $2,886. The second greatest value Rice apartment is the C1 Model at Swift Creek Commons Apartments starting at $2,033 with a $1.47 price per square foot in the Mabry at Watermill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rice apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Towns At Swift Creek | Wren | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.67 |
| Swift Creek Commons Apartments | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| Luxe 360 on Centerpointe | C62 - 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.81 |
| Bristol Village at Charter Colony | STRATFORD | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
| The Grove at Swift Creek | Westover | 2BR,2BA | $1.69 |
| Ashlake Crossings Apartments 55+ Community | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| Poplar Forest | The Piedmont | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| Summit at Bon Air | Pine | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Sapphire at Centerpointe | Aquamarine | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Old Buckingham Station | James | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Rice?
There are currently 41 Apartments for Rent in Rice, VA with pricing that ranges from $511 to $4,813. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rice ranging from $900 to $4,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Rice?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Rice ranges from $900 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,186.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Rice?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Rice range from $1,210 to $4,378, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,500 to $3,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,320.
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