
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Blackwell Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $700 (121 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Blackwell area of Richmond.


Kingly Ones and Briarwood Court Apartments

New Manchester Flats

Towers on Franklin

The Masonry Apartments

The Attain

2106 Afton Ave
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Jefferson Townhouses

Old Stone Row

Flats at 25th

927 N 20th St

Park at Forest Hill

Forest Square Apartments

The Gardens at Manchester

1204 Hull St - Bean Building
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Mortons Apartments

The Shockoe Collection

Flats at 14th

James River Villas

2000 Riverside Apartments

NOON Ingram

Miller Lofts @ Plant Zero

The Edison Apartments
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Revival Apartments

2915 Hull Street Rd

The Corner Lofts

1816 E Franklin St

1 West Cary Apartments

The Oliver

The Mirage Manchester

The Mill at Manchester Lofts

1710 Lofts
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The Cove

Main2525

Centennial Terrace

Linden at Forest Hill

Shockoe Valley View

1401-1411 E Cary Street

Poythress Apartments

2505 Lynhaven Ave

South Falls Tower

Residences at the John Marshall
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Blackwell, Richmond, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Blackwell?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blackwell Studio Apartments | $1,265 | $715 | $2,138 |
| Blackwell 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,490 | $825 | $10,000+ |
| Blackwell 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,759 | $835 | $3,795 |
| Blackwell 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,338 | $1,178 | $3,447 |
| Blackwell 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,609 | $1,620 | $5,599 |
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There are currently 121 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Blackwell Neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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Cheapest Available Blackwell Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Blackwell area of Richmond, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at New Manchester Flats priced from $835. The Masonry Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $925. Here are the most affordable Blackwell apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Manchester Flats | The Bainbridge | 2BR,1BA | $835 |
| The Masonry Apartments | Masonry TS-S1 | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Towers on Franklin | Harrison | Studio,1BA | $930 |
| The Attain | Cary | 1BR,1BA | $931 |
| Graystone Place Apartments | Oak | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Hopper Lofts | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Jefferson Townhouses | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Belle Summit | Rainer | 2BR,2BA | $1,020 |
| The Gardens at Manchester | Feast Your Eyes on This Home Deal – Celebrate c... | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Forest Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 24214 | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Blackwell, VA
As of December 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Blackwell area is the $1.24 price per square foot Canal 236 2 Beds Model at Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk - Canal I and Canal II in the in the Downtown Richmond neighborhood starting from $1,617. The second greatest value Blackwell apartment is the Wood II Model at Townhouses of Chesterfield II starting at $1,110 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Broad Rock neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Blackwell apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk - Canal I and Canal II | Canal 236 2 Beds | Studio ,1BA | $1.24 |
| Townhouses of Chesterfield II | Wood II | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.00 |
| 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 |
| Belle Summit | Rainer | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Graystone Place Apartments | Birch | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| The Gardens at Manchester | Feast Your Eyes on This Home Deal – Celebrate c... | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Kingly Ones and Briarwood Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBlackwell, Richmond, VA
Ranked #23
Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Blackwell, Richmond, VA
Martin Luther King Jr. Middle
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Lifestyle Ratings
This website compiles millions of data points to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Richmond. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Getting Around the Blackwell Neighborhood in Richmond, VA
Walk Score®
69 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
59 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
46 / 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.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Blackwell Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Blackwell?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Blackwell is under $1,075.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Blackwell?
The cheapest apartment in Blackwell is Kingly Ones and Briarwood Court Apartments which is listed at $850, while the average apartment in Blackwell costs $3,609.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Blackwell?
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 178 regular apartments in Blackwell 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 Blackwell?
Cheap apartments in Blackwell have an average cost of $1,172 which is $2,437 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Blackwell.
Expert Rental Resources
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A Local Experts Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Richmond, VA
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!







