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1301 Idlewood AveRichmond, VA 23220
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1000 Bainbridge StRichmond, VA 23224
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715 E 4th StRichmond, VA 23224
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119-121 N 20th StRichmond, VA 23223
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1011 W Marshall StRichmond, VA 23220
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700 E Franklin StRichmond, VA 23219
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2104 Phaup StRichmond, VA 23223
2605 5th Ave
RichmondVA23222
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713 N 1st StRichmond, VA 23219
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1951 Venable StRichmond, VA 23223
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213 E Broad StRichmond, VA 23219
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2001 E Franklin StRichmond, VA 23223
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2400 Fairmount AveRichmond, VA 23223
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2153 Cool LnRichmond, VA 23223
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1209 Hull StRichmond, VA 23224
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1318 W Broad StRichmond, VA 23220
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302 Goshen StRichmond, VA 23220
14 S Plum St
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1204 Hull StRichmond, VA 23224
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209 E Main St
209 E Main StRichmond, VA 23219
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2852 Fairfield AveRichmond, VA 23223
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1418 W Marshall StRichmond, VA 23220
2002 Rosewood Ave
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2400 Barton AveRichmond, VA 23222
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500 Stockton StRichmond, VA 23224
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104 W Franklin StRichmond, VA 23220
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946 Sledd StRichmond, VA 23220
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1903 E Marshall StRichmond, VA 23223
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2008 Hull StRichmond, VA 23224
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308 W Broad St
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1321 -1/2 E Main StRichmond, VA 23219
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2017 Brook RdRichmond, VA 23220
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900 W Marshall StRichmond, VA 23220
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1125 Commerce RdRichmond, VA 23224
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1318 W Broad StRichmond, VA 23220
1518 Porter St
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311 W. Franklin
311 W Franklin StRichmond, VA 23220
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Capitol District, Richmond, VA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Capitol District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capitol District Studio Apartments | $1,466 | $923 | $2,374 |
| Capitol District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,535 | $800 | $2,949 |
| Capitol District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,921 | $939 | $4,540 |
| Capitol District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,227 | $819 | $4,265 |
| Capitol District 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,370 | $710 | $5,659 |
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Cheapest Available Capitol District Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Capitol District area of Richmond, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at 11 E Broad St priced from $749. Manchester Grand Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $770. Here are the most affordable Capitol District apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 E Broad St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $749 |
| Manchester Grand Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $770 |
| Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk III | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| New Manchester Flats | The Everett | 3BR,2BA | $950 |
| American Tobacco Collection | Edge-A2 | 1BR,1BA | $977 |
| Creighton Renaissance Apartments | One Bedroom - B | 1BR,1BA | $981 |
| The Edison | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| 1128 W. Grace St.* | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Van de Vyver | The Reserve | Studio,1BA | $998 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Capitol District, VA
As of August 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Capitol District area is the $0.59 price per square foot 2509 Seminary Ave Model at 2509 Seminary Ave, Unit # B in the in the Bellevue neighborhood starting from $1,325. The second greatest value Capitol District apartment is the 1301 Idlewood Ave Model at 1301 Idlewood Ave, Unit 1301 starting at $926 with a $0.58 price per square foot in the Near West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Capitol District apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2509 Seminary Ave, Unit # B | 2509 Seminary Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.59 |
| 1301 Idlewood Ave, Unit 1301 | 1301 Idlewood Ave | 4BR,2BA | $0.58 |
| Marshall Park | 4x2 - Priced Per Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $0.48 |
| The Gardens at Manchester | Three Bedroom Two Bath Extra Large Premier | 3BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| Townsend Square | Townhomes starting at $1080.00- Now Accepting A... | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| The James | JAMES-2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.89 |
| Marshall Street Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath - 632sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Glenwood Ridge Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| City View Place | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Belle Summit | Rainer | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Capitol District Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Capitol District?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Capitol District is under $998.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Capitol District?
The cheapest apartment in Capitol District is 11 E Broad St which is listed at $749, while the average apartment in Capitol District costs $1,571.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Capitol District?
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 235 regular apartments in Capitol District 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 Capitol District?
Cheap apartments in Capitol District have an average cost of $519 which is $1,052 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Capitol District.
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