
New Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Richmond, VA (38 Rentals)
Rental terms in Richmond as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


The Ella Scotts Addition

Sphere Apartments

The Scout Scotts Addition

Deco at CNB

The Icon

Scott's View
The Freedom of Short-Term Rentals: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
From flexibility to potential costs, explore the key benefits and drawbacks of short-term rental housing from a renter's perspective.

Bexley West Creek

Mutual on Main Apartments

The Nest

SYMBOL Scotts Addition

James River at Stony Point

The Preserve

Shockoe Valley View
Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs
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Rivers Edge

The Cooperage

Marcella at Gateway

Canopy at Ginter Park Apartments

City View Lofts

Terraces at Manchester

South Falls Tower
Richmond’s Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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Courtyard Lofts

One Canal Apartments

Wellsmith Apartments

Circ Apartments

Penstock Quarter Apartments

LOFTY APARTMENTS
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Boulders Lakeview Apartments

Artistry at Winterfield Apartments

Austin Woods
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 | $1,362 | $715 | $5,097 |
Richmond 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,640 | $629 | $7,027 |
Richmond 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,958 | $809 | $10,000+ |
Richmond 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,447 | $879 | $10,000+ |
Richmond 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,384 | $750 | $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?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Richmond Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Richmond?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Richmond is at Townhouses Of Chesterfield listed at $715.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Richmond Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Richmond is $1,876.
What is the largest Short-term Richmond Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Richmond is a 2,090 square feet unit starting from $955 at Coliseum Lofts.
What is the average size for Richmond Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Richmond is currently at 594 sq ft.
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.

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.

The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
Written by: Sandy Baker
Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.