
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Belt Center Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $700 (64 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Belt Center area of Richmond.


Kingly Ones and Briarwood Court Apartments

Belle Summit

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3704 Chapel Dr, Unit B

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1216 McDonough St, Unit McDonough

404 Rivertowne Apartment Homes

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3809 McGuire Dr, Unit B

6434 Elkhardt Rd

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The Residences of Westover Hills

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Villas at Cedarhurst
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Norcroft Townhomes-55 and older

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Woodbriar Apartments

Park at Forest Hill

Park Vue

Forest Hill

Deering Manor

Forest Square Apartments

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Residence at Brookside

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James River Pointe

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700 West 44
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2000 Riverside Apartments

2908 Richmond Hwy N

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Rock Creek

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Meadow Creek Apartments

The Arbors at Hull Street Senior Apartments

Willow Oaks Apartments

1209 Hull Street- Dogtown

1400 Bainbridge St

Morningside Apartments

Shady Creek
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Link Apartments® Manchester

1402 Bainbridge St

Alexander at 1090

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Ashton Square Apartments

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Model Tobacco Lofts

Terraces at Manchester

The Westover

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Southwood Apartments

1025 Bradley Ln

5000 Midlothian Turnpike
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Manchester Grand Apartments

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Southgate

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Riverside Apartments

Kingswood Cove

Linden At Forest Hill

The Mill at Manchester Lofts

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Belt Center, Richmond, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Belt Center?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belt Center Studio Apartments | $1,108 | $715 | $1,300 |
| Belt Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,429 | $825 | $2,523 |
| Belt Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,510 | $930 | $4,315 |
| Belt Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,783 | $1,178 | $2,640 |
| Belt Center 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,419 | $889 | $1,950 |
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There are currently 64 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Belt Center Neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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Cheapest Available Belt Center Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Belt Center area of Richmond, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Manchester Grand Apartments priced from $770. Townhouses of Chesterfield II has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $809. Here are the most affordable Belt Center apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester Grand Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $770 |
| Townhouses of Chesterfield II | Magnolia | Studio,1BA | $809 |
| Kingly Ones and Briarwood Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| 404 Rivertowne Apartment Homes | Brookline | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Kingswood Cove | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Villas at Cedarhurst | What You See is What You Pay. | Studio,1BA | $1,003 |
| Belle Summit | Rainer | 2BR,2BA | $1,020 |
| Woodbriar Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,041 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Belt Center, VA
As of June 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Belt Center area is the $0.40 price per square foot 1216 McDonough St Model at 1216 McDonough St, Unit McDonough in the in the Old South neighborhood starting from $889. The second greatest value Belt Center apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 46973 Model at 27th Townhomes starting at $1,280 with a $1.26 price per square foot in the Old South neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Belt Center apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1216 McDonough St, Unit McDonough | 1216 McDonough St | 4BR,2BA | $0.40 |
| 27th Townhomes | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 46973 | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| The Residences of Westover Hills | 2BR 1BA Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| The Arbors at Hull Street Senior Apartments | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Rock Creek | Phase I Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Belle Summit | Rainer | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Forest Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 47476 | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Park Vue | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| 3809 McGuire Dr, Unit B | 3809 McGuire Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Kingly Ones and Briarwood Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBelt Center, Richmond, VA
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3.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Belt Center Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Belt Center?
The cheapest apartment in Belt Center is Manchester Grand Apartments which is listed at $770, while the average apartment in Belt Center costs $1,668.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Belt Center?
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 49 regular apartments in Belt Center 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 Belt Center?
Cheap apartments in Belt Center have an average cost of $335 which is $1,333 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Belt Center.
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A Local Experts Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Richmond, VA
Written by: Richard Corrigan
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Your Guide to Picking the Perfect Richmond Neighborhood for Student Renters
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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.

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