
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Belle and Mayo Islands Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $500 (169 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Belle and Mayo Islands area of Richmond.


Towers on Franklin

The Masonry Apartments

Attain Shockoe

Eagle Mill Lofts

Van de Vyver

New Manchester Flats
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Old Stone Row

The Berkshire

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Mortons Apartments

1204 Hull St - Bean Building

Coliseum Lofts

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NOON Ingram

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The Edison Apartments

The Penny at Jackson Ward

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1816 E Franklin St

The Biggs Building

1 West Cary Apartments

The Mirage Manchester

The Oliver

1710 Lofts

The Mill at Manchester Lofts

Hydro
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Belle and Mayo Islands, Richmond, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Belle and Mayo Islands?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belle and Mayo Islands Studio Apartments | $1,274 | $864 | $2,138 |
| Belle and Mayo Islands 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,503 | $700 | $10,000+ |
| Belle and Mayo Islands 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,779 | $859 | $3,795 |
| Belle and Mayo Islands 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,130 | $739 | $3,800 |
| Belle and Mayo Islands 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,222 | $649 | $5,599 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 169 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Belle and Mayo Islands Neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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Cheapest Available Belle and Mayo Islands Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Belle and Mayo Islands area of Richmond, VA is a Studio unit found at Towers on Franklin priced from $900. The Masonry Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $925. Here are the most affordable Belle and Mayo Islands apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Towers on Franklin | Gold | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| The Masonry Apartments | Masonry TS-S1 | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Van de Vyver | The Reserve | Studio,1BA | $998 |
| New Manchester Flats | The Decatur | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Hopper Lofts | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Eagle Mill Lofts | 1 bed 1bth | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Jefferson Townhouses | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Belle Summit | Rainer | 2BR,2BA | $1,020 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Belle and Mayo Islands, VA
As of December 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Belle and Mayo Islands area is the $0.54 price per square foot 4x2 - Priced Per Bedroom Model at Marshall Park in the in the Downtown Richmond neighborhood starting from $800. The second greatest value Belle and Mayo Islands apartment is the 2106 Parkwood Ave Model at 2106 Parkwood Ave, Unit 1 starting at $1,795 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Near West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Belle and Mayo Islands apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marshall Park | 4x2 - Priced Per Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $0.54 |
| 2106 Parkwood Ave, Unit 1 | 2106 Parkwood Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk - Canal I and Canal II | Canal 236 2 Beds | Studio ,1BA | $1.25 |
| 209 E Main St | Unit 208A | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Hatcher Tobacco Flats | 3X2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| 27th Townhomes | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 25813 | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Marshall Street Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| City View Place | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
| Belle Summit | Rainer | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| 1527 Mechanicsville Tpke, Unit 1 | 1527 Mechanicsville Tpke | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
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Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Belle and Mayo Islands Neighborhood in Richmond, VA
Walk Score®
59 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
60 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
55 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Belle and Mayo Islands Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Belle and Mayo Islands?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Belle and Mayo Islands is under $1,020.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Belle and Mayo Islands?
The cheapest apartment in Belle and Mayo Islands is Hopper Lofts which is listed at $999, while the average apartment in Belle and Mayo Islands costs $2,129.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Belle and Mayo Islands?
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 296 regular apartments in Belle and Mayo Islands 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 Belle and Mayo Islands?
Cheap apartments in Belle and Mayo Islands have an average cost of $575 which is $1,554 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Belle and Mayo Islands.
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