
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Boulevard Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $800 (107 Rentals)
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1411 Grove Avenue

Kensington, Patterson Place and Grove Ave

3210 Ellwood Ave, Unit D

Cookie Factory Lofts

Southern Stove Lofts

The Collection of Historic Richmond

3206 Ellwood Ave, Unit C

1919 Lakeview Ave

Courtyard Lofts
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Kent Road Village

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The Cooperage

9 S Brunswick St

Pierce Arrow

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Todd Lofts

3218 W Grace St

20 S Allen Ave

19 S Arthur Ashe Blvd

18 S Allen Ave

The 1805
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1840 Monument Ave

1 Scott's Addition

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The Gallery Midtown Apartments

117 S Stafford Ave

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The Carousel

Georgetown

10 S Randolph St

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2207 W Grace St, Unit Apt C

Soda Flats

The Summit at Scotts Addition
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3212 Ellwood Ave, Unit A

2307 W Main St, Unit A

3509 Park Ave

LIV Lakeview

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The Icon

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Scott's View

The Nest Scott's Addition

1111 N Thompson St

102 N Lombardy St

The Scout Scotts Addition
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The Ace

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Circ Apartments

Triton Scotts Addition - Monument

2709 W Broad St

The Preserve Scotts Addition

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VIV at Scott's Collection

INK at Scott's Collection

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Otis

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2219 W Grace St, Unit Apt 1
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Boulevard, Richmond, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Boulevard?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boulevard Studio Apartments | $1,957 | $1,275 | $7,304 |
| Boulevard 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,899 | $975 | $8,250 |
| Boulevard 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,630 | $1,295 | $10,000+ |
| Boulevard 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,992 | $1,800 | $10,000+ |
| Boulevard 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,121 | $890 | $3,680 |
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There are currently 107 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Boulevard Neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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Cheapest Available Boulevard Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Boulevard area of Richmond, VA is a Studio unit found at Cookie Factory Lofts priced from $1,199. Southern Stove Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here are the most affordable Boulevard apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cookie Factory Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,199 |
| Southern Stove Lofts | 1bed 1bth | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Pierce Arrow | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,355 |
| Argon | The Rhodium | 1BR,1BA | $1,415 |
| Todd Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,436 |
| Hardwicke House | Hardwicke House Unit 216 | 1BR,1BA | $1,439 |
| The Collection of Historic Richmond | B4 & B5 | 2BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Soda Flats | Vintage Fizz | 1BR,1BA | $1,465 |
| The Summit at Scotts Addition | The Chateau | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
| LIV Lakeview | 2B/1BA Lake TH Reno | 2BR,1BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Boulevard, VA
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Boulevard area is the $1.54 price per square foot 2 Beds, 2 Baths Model at Lombardy Lofts in the in the Near West neighborhood starting from $1,695. The second greatest value Boulevard apartment is the Oasis Model at The Preserve Scotts Addition starting at $2,318 with a $2.18 price per square foot in the Bellevue neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Boulevard apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lombardy Lofts | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| The Preserve Scotts Addition | Oasis | 2BR,2BA | $2.18 |
| Southern Stove Lofts | 3bed 2bth | 3BR,2BA | $2.16 |
| The Altamont | C2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.91 |
| 3121 Grove Ave, Unit 3 | 3121 Grove Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Courtyard Lofts | Marshall | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Cookie Factory Lofts | 2 Bed/ 2 Bath Loft | 2BR,2BA | $2.09 |
| The Collection of Historic Richmond | B1, B2 & B3 | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| LIV Lakeview | 2B/1BA Lake TH Reno | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| The Icon | 1 Bedroom Tower | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBoulevard, Richmond, VA
Ranked #77
Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Boulevard Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Boulevard?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Boulevard is under $1,500.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Boulevard?
The cheapest apartment in Boulevard is Cookie Factory Lofts which is listed at $1,250, while the average apartment in Boulevard costs $2,450.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Boulevard?
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 31 regular apartments in Boulevard 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 Boulevard?
Cheap apartments in Boulevard have an average cost of $445 which is $2,005 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Boulevard.
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A Local Experts Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Richmond, VA
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