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Darby House
1400 Shirleydale AveRichmond, VA 23231
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7800 Brook RdRichmond, VA 23228
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3207 Chamberlayne AveRichmond, VA 23227
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1903 Hopkins RdRichmond, VA 23224
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600 Cowardin AveRichmond, VA 23224
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1204 N 20th St, Unit Apt 1
1204 N 20th StRichmond, VA 23223
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3704 Chapel Dr, Unit B
3704 Chapel DrRichmond, VA 23224
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2231 Chalfont DrRichmond, VA 23224
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2530 Marina DrRichmond, VA 23234
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3100 Purcell StRichmond, VA 23223
6428 Elkhardt Rd
RichmondVA23225
923 N 20th St
RichmondVA23223
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1418 W Marshall StRichmond, VA 23220
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1601 Lakeside AveRichmond, VA 23228
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3114 Barton Ave, Unit Apt B
3114 Barton AveRichmond, VA 23222
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2200 Ingram AveRichmond, VA 23224
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402 Westover Hills BlvdRichmond, VA 23225
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6540 Greenbank RdRichmond, VA 23225
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6745 Jefferson Davis HwyRichmond, VA 23237
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6001 Grammarcy CirRichmond, VA 23227
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715 E 4th StRichmond, VA 23224
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1130 W Grace St
1130 W Grace StRichmond, VA 23220
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1 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityJefferson Townhouses
1951 Venable StRichmond, VA 23223
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7590-7600 E Parham RdRichmond, VA 23294
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3850 Guilder LnRichmond, VA 23234
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401 Norcroft CirRichmond, VA 23225
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1411 Grove AveRichmond, VA 23220
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 7Flats at 25th
2400 Fairmount AveRichmond, VA 23223
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3401 Prince David DrRichmond, VA 23223
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4050 Tangle DrRichmond, VA 23228
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3502 Kensington AveRichmond, VA 23221
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621 Warwick Village DrRichmond, VA 23224
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7523 Ander CtRichmond, VA 23225
927 N 20th St
RichmondVA23223
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3000 Quarter Creek LnRichmond, VA 23294
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3900 Forest Hill AveRichmond, VA 23225
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4633 Needham CtRichmond, VA 23231
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6300 Pewter AveRichmond, VA 23224
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3462 Howard RdRichmond, VA 23223
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3943-#1 Chamberlayne AveRichmond, VA 23227
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3500 Kings DrRichmond, VA 23231
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American Tobacco Collection
119-121 N 20th StRichmond, VA 23223
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7515 Foxhall LnRichmond, VA 23228
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435 German School RdRichmond, VA 23225
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1717 Bellevue AveRichmond, VA 23227
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The Masonry Apartments
2001 E Franklin StRichmond, VA 23223
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3501 Meadowdale BlvdRichmond, VA 23234
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300 W Franklin StRichmond, VA 23220
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Richmond?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Richmond Studio Apartments | $1,490 | $715 | $7,877 |
| Richmond 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,628 | $566 | $8,250 |
| Richmond 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,946 | $628 | $10,000+ |
| Richmond 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,168 | $810 | $9,362 |
| Richmond 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,180 | $725 | $5,876 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Richmond Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Richmond?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Richmond is under $946.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Richmond?
The cheapest apartment in Richmond is Liberty Gardens which is listed at $566, while the average apartment in Richmond costs $2,339.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Richmond?
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 14,884 regular apartments in Richmond 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 Richmond?
Cheap apartments in Richmond have an average cost of $486 which is $1,853 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Richmond.
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A Local Experts Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Richmond, VA
Written by: Richard Corrigan
Richmond is rightly considered one of the best places to live on the East Coast. We love Richmond’s rich history, phenomenal culinary scene, unique art and culture, and its next-level parks and green spaces.
Your Guide to Picking the Perfect Richmond Neighborhood for Student Renters
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Richmond isn't always thought of as a college town, but there are actually several major colleges and universities here. One thing Richmond does get credit for—and rightfully so—is being a very neighborhood-friendly city.
Explore The River City Like a Local: The Insiders Guide to Renting in Richmond, VA
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