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The Cove Apartments

Centennial Terrace

Atrium on Broad Apartments

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Coliseum Lofts

The Watkins at Shockoe

Atrium Lofts at Cold Storage

Saddlewood Townhomes
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The Gardens at Manchester

Cary Belvidere Apartments

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Sphere

1 West Cary Apartments

1710 Lofts

1005 Grove Ave Apartments

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The Bakery

The Collection of Historic Richmond
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Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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The Trail Lofts

The Scout Scotts Addition

Scotts Edge

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Todd Lofts

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Meadowbrook Apartments

Meridian Watermark

Watermark Gardens

Signal Point Apartments
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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 | $1,501 | $715 | $2,791 |
| Richmond 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,631 | $566 | $8,530 |
| Richmond 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,931 | $582 | $10,000+ |
| Richmond 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,190 | $819 | $10,000+ |
| Richmond 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,805 | $729 | $5,659 |
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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 $933.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Richmond?
The cheapest apartment in Richmond is 11 E Broad St which is listed at $749, while the average apartment in Richmond costs $1,668.
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 12,120 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 $484 which is $1,184 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Richmond.
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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.
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