Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Boulevard Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $600 (97 Rentals)

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property at 22 S Plum St

$1,295

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$1,295

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$1,295

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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22 S Plum St

RichmondVA23220
property at 22 S Robinson St

$1,300

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$1,300

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$1,300

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available May 1

22 S Robinson St

RichmondVA23220
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The Cooperage
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$1,326 - $4,012
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$1,326 - $4,012

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$1,326 - $4,012
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The Cooperage

1650 Overbrook RdRichmond, VA 23220
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Circ Apartments
$1,400 - $4,032
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$1,400 - $4,032

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$1,400 - $4,032
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Circ Apartments

1137 W Grace StRichmond, VA 23220
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The Carousel
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$1,442 - $2,804
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$1,442 - $2,804

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$1,442 - $2,804
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Carousel

2400 Grayland AveRichmond, VA 23220
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property at 111 N Arthur Ashe Blvd

$1,450

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$1,450

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$1,450

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jul 17

111 N Arthur Ashe Blvd

RichmondVA23220
property at 10 S Randolph St

$1,460

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$1,460

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$1,460

1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Jul 5

10 S Randolph St

RichmondVA23220

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Todd Lofts
$1,514 - $2,391
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$1,514 - $2,391

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$1,514 - $2,391
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Todd Lofts

1128 Hermitage RdRichmond, VA 23220
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Scott's View
$1,546 - $3,796
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$1,546 - $3,796

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$1,546 - $3,796
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Scott's View

3410 W Clay StRichmond, VA 23230
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property at 2625 Floyd Ave

$1,595

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$1,595

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$1,595

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jul 1

2625 Floyd Ave

RichmondVA23220

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property at 102 N Lombardy St

$1,600

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$1,600

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102 N Lombardy St

RichmondVA23220
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Otis
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$1,625 - $8,519
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$1,544 - $8,438
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Otis

1661 Roseneath RdRichmond, VA 23230
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The Icon
Rent Specials
$1,645 - $4,050
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$1,645 - $4,050

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$1,645 - $4,050
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The Icon

1209 Mactavish AveRichmond, VA 23230
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property at 2709 W Broad St

$1,675

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$1,675

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$1,675

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 5

2709 W Broad St

RichmondVA23220
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Ellison Museum District
Rent Specials
$1,691 - $3,605
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$1,681 - $3,595
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$1,691 - $3,605
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Ellison Museum District

3600 Grove AveRichmond, VA 23221
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Boulevard, Richmond, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Boulevard Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Boulevard area of Richmond, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Cookie Factory Lofts priced from $1,250. Southern Stove Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,375. Here are the most affordable Boulevard apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cookie Factory Lofts1 Bed/ 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,250
Southern Stove LoftsstudioStudio,1BA$1,375
Circ ApartmentsThe Park1BR,1BA$1,378
The Gallery Midtown ApartmentsRenovated Ellwood1BR,1BA$1,395
The CarouselJumperStudio,1BA$1,442
ArgonThe Tantalum1BR,1BA$1,485
The AceS1.1Studio,1BA$1,495
The Summit at Scotts AdditionThe Chalet1BR,1BA$1,499
LIV Lakeview2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1,500
Todd LoftsStudioStudio,1BA$1,514

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Boulevard, VA

As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Boulevard area is the $1.50 price per square foot 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at 2802 Park Ave in the in the Near West neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Boulevard apartment is the C2 Model at The Altamont starting at $1,800 with a $1.89 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2802 Park Ave2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.50
The AltamontC23BR,2BA$1.89
Courtyard LoftsMarshall1BR,1BA$1.80
The Collection of Historic RichmondB4 & B52BR,1BA$1.97
River School Lofts1B (RENO)1BR,1BA$2.20
The Icon1 Bedroom Tower1BR,1BA$2.08
Todd LoftsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.95
The Cooperage1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom: Loft1BR,1BA$2.31
LIV Lakeview2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$2.00
Pierce Arrow PropertiesStudioStudio ,1BA$1.82

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Learn about the best neighborhoods for student renters near Richmond Colleges and Universities by our Local Expert Richard Corrigan

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Boulevard, Richmond, VA

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

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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 $1,514.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Boulevard?

The cheapest apartment in Boulevard is Pierce Arrow Properties which is listed at $820, while the average apartment in Boulevard costs $2,507.

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 5 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 $614 which is $1,893 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Boulevard.

Expert Rental Resources

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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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A Local Experts Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Richmond, VA

Written by: Richard Corrigan

Richmond is rightly considered one of the best places to live on the East Coast. We love Richmond’s rich history, phenomenal culinary scene, unique art and culture, and its next-level parks and green spaces.

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Your Guide to Picking the Perfect Richmond Neighborhood for Student Renters

Written by: Richard Corrigan

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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Written by: Richard Corrigan

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