Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Biotech and MCV District Richmond, VA from $500 (178 Rentals)

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Biotech and MCV District, Richmond, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Biotech and MCV District Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Biotech and MCV District 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 Biotech and MCV District apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Towers on FranklinGoldStudio,1BA$900
The Masonry ApartmentsMasonry TS-S1Studio,1BA$925
Van de VyverThe ReserveStudio,1BA$998
New Manchester FlatsThe Decatur1BR,1BA$999
Hopper LoftsA21BR,1BA$999
Eagle Mill Lofts1 bed 1bth1BR,1BA$1,000
Jefferson Townhouses1X11BR,1BA$1,000
Belle SummitRainer2BR,2BA$1,020

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Biotech and MCV District, VA

As of December 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Biotech and MCV District area is the $1.36 price per square foot The Overbrook Model at The Westbrook Townhomes at Brewers Row in the in the Bellevue neighborhood starting from $3,743. The second greatest value Biotech and MCV District apartment is the 4x2 - Priced Per Bedroom Model at Marshall Park starting at $800 with a $0.54 price per square foot in the Downtown Richmond neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Biotech and MCV District apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Westbrook Townhomes at Brewers RowThe Overbrook3BR,2.5BA$1.36
Marshall Park4x2 - Priced Per Bedroom4BR,2BA$0.54
Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk - Canal I and Canal IICanal 236 2 BedsStudio ,1BA$1.25
Townsend SquareTownhomes starting at $1050.00- Now Accepting A...2BR,1BA$0.91
Hatcher Tobacco Flats3X23BR,2BA$1.23
Marshall Street Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.25
City View Place2 Bedroom Unit2BR,1.5BA$1.18
Belle SummitRainer2BR,2BA$1.21
Mallard GreensHoliday Cheer Starts at Mallard Greens Townhome...2BR,1BA$1.33
1527 Mechanicsville Tpke, Unit 11527 Mechanicsville Tpke1BR,1BA$1.17

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Biotech And Mcv District, Richmond, VA

Ranked #5

Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Biotech and MCV District, Richmond, and the greater Richmond area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Biotech and MCV District Neighborhood in Richmond, VA

Walk Score®

80 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

64 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

63 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Biotech and MCV District Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Biotech and MCV District?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Biotech and MCV District is at The Masonry Apartments listed at $925.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Biotech and MCV District Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Biotech and MCV District Apartment is $999 at Hopper Lofts.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Biotech and MCV District Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Biotech and MCV District is starting from $1,020 at Belle Summit.

What is the most affordable Biotech and MCV District Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Biotech and MCV District Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Parc View at Commonwealth and starts from $1,250.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!