
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Richmond, VA from $566 with Utilities Included (171 Rentals)
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Cheap Apartments in Richmond.


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Belle Summit

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Creekside Manor Apartments

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311 W. Franklin

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Van de Vyver

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Norcroft Townhomes-55 and older

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1209 Hull Street- Dogtown

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Flats at 25th

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Kensington, Patterson Place and Grove Ave

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Chippenham Townhomes
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Quarter Mill

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Park at Forest Hill

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Townhouses of White Oak

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Woodbriar Apartments

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Eagle Mill Lofts

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Bellevue

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Townsend Square

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Gateway Apartments

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The River Lofts at Tobacco Row

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Smokehouse Lofts
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Parham Park Place I & II

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210 E Grace St

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Mallard Greens

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James River Villas

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The Foundry Apartments

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Deering Manor

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Brookmont

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The Grand Richmond at Brook Run

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Monroe Park Towers Apartments

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Residences at the John Marshall
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The Park at Ridgedale

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The Concord Northside

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Cookie Factory Lofts

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The Corner Lofts

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2000 Riverside Apartments

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The Oliver

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Rock Creek

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Railyard Flats

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Landmark at Patterson

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The Arbors at Hull Street Senior Apartments
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Cabin Creek Apartments

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Cross Creek Apartments

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Todd Lofts

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Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk III

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Grace & Monroe Apartments

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Marshall Street Apartments

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Southern Stove Lofts

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Atrium Lofts at Cold Storage

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Ashton Square Apartments

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Helios
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Richmond Studio Apartments | $1,472 | $715 | $2,741 |
| Richmond 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,619 | $566 | $8,677 |
| Richmond 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,929 | $945 | $10,000+ |
| Richmond 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,180 | $825 | $4,554 |
| Richmond 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,452 | $690 | $5,649 |
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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 $851.
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 $1,647.
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 16,529 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 $512 which is $1,135 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Richmond.
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Your Richmond Neighborhood Guide: Living Near the City's Top Employers
Written by: Richard Corrigan
Richmond is a beautiful place to live and work. The city has something for everyone—historic charm, trendy shops and boutiques, world-class restaurants and amazing urban parks and green spaces.

Explore The River City Like a Local: The Insider's Guide to Renting in Richmond, VA
Written by: Richard Corrigan
Welcome to Richmond! For those unfamiliar, it’s Virginia’s state capitol, a city with a long and rich history, and—some might say—Virginia’s biggest small town. There’s a lot to love about living here.

Your Guide to Picking the Perfect Richmond Neighborhood for Student Renters
Written by: Richard Corrigan
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.

A Local Expert's 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.
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Written by: Robin Stewart
Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.