
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Biotech and MCV District Richmond, VA from $500 (178 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Biotech and MCV District area of Richmond.


New Manchester Flats

Towers on Franklin

The Masonry Apartments

Attain Shockoe

Creighton Renaissance Apartments

Eagle Mill Lofts

Van de Vyver
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Jefferson Townhouses

Old Stone Row

Flats at 25th

The Berkshire

927 N 20th St

1019 W Leigh St
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The Mezzo Lofts

The Gardens at Manchester

1204 Hull St - Bean Building

Mortons Apartments

T and E Apartments

The Shockoe Collection

Coliseum Lofts

Grace & Monroe Apartments
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Flats at 14th

2000 Riverside Apartments

2400 Barton Ave

Miller Lofts @ Plant Zero

The Edison Apartments

The Penny at Jackson Ward

Revival Apartments

The Corner Lofts
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1816 E Franklin St

The Biggs Building

1 West Cary Apartments

The Villas of Oakwood

Spectrum Apartments

The Oliver

1710 Lofts

The Mill at Manchester Lofts

The Cove
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Biotech and MCV District, Richmond, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Biotech and MCV District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biotech and MCV District Studio Apartments | $1,328 | $864 | $2,420 |
| Biotech and MCV District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,545 | $700 | $10,000+ |
| Biotech and MCV District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,823 | $835 | $4,190 |
| Biotech and MCV District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,157 | $739 | $3,800 |
| Biotech and MCV District 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,222 | $649 | $5,599 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 178 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Biotech and MCV District Neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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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 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 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Westbrook Townhomes at Brewers Row | The Overbrook | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.36 |
| Marshall Park | 4x2 - Priced Per Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $0.54 |
| Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk - Canal I and Canal II | Canal 236 2 Beds | Studio ,1BA | $1.25 |
| Townsend Square | Townhomes starting at $1050.00- Now Accepting A... | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Hatcher Tobacco Flats | 3X2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| 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 |
| Mallard Greens | Holiday Cheer Starts at Mallard Greens Townhome... | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 1527 Mechanicsville Tpke, Unit 1 | 1527 Mechanicsville Tpke | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBiotech And Mcv District, Richmond, VA
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Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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
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 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.
Expert Rental Resources
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