
Cheap Student Apartments for Rent in Richmond, VA from $400 (18 Rentals)
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Chesterfield Apartments
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Pointe at River City

Attain Shockoe

Parc View at Commonwealth

Spectrum Apartments

American Tobacco Center

St. John's Wood

Deco at CNB
Top Neighborhoods Near Richmond Colleges and Universities
Learn about the best neighborhoods for student renters near Richmond Colleges and Universities by our Local Expert Richard Corrigan

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The Scout Scotts Addition
Deciding Between a Student Apartment or a Dorm?
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Richmond, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Richmond?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Richmond Studio Apartments | $1,408 | $715 | $5,640 |
Richmond 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,679 | $629 | $7,997 |
Richmond 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,969 | $799 | $10,000+ |
Richmond 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,397 | $699 | $10,000+ |
Richmond 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,433 | $599 | $7,250 |
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Getting Around Richmond, VA
Walk Score®
59 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
53 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
26 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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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 $950.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Richmond?
The cheapest apartment in Richmond is Ashton Square Apartments which is listed at $629, while the average apartment in Richmond costs $2,672.
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 12,389 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 $401 which is $2,271 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Richmond.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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.

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls
Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
Written by: Marie Brown
You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.