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Capitol District, Richmond, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Capitol District Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Capitol District area of Richmond, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at New Manchester Flats priced from $837. 2001 East has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $925. Here are the most affordable Capitol District apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
New Manchester FlatsThe Bainbridge2BR,1BA$837
2001 EastA31BR,1BA$925
Miller Lofts @ Plant Zero1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$950
Eagle Mill Lofts2bed 1bth2BR,1BA$950
Dogtown Apartments1 Bedroom Standard1BR,1BA$999
Jefferson Townhouses1X11BR,1BA$1,000
The Foundry ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,013
Belle SummitRainer2BR,2BA$1,020
Coliseum LoftsE2.2Studio,1BA$1,049

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Capitol District, VA

As of July 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Capitol District area is the $1.36 price per square foot 308 E Leigh St Model at 308 E Leigh St, Unit 1 in the in the Downtown Richmond neighborhood starting from $2,470. The second greatest value Capitol District apartment is the 4x2 - Priced Per Bedroom Model at Marshall Park starting at $750 with a $0.51 price per square foot in the Downtown Richmond neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Capitol District apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
308 E Leigh St, Unit 1308 E Leigh St3BR,2BA$1.36
Marshall Park4x2 - Priced Per Bedroom4BR,2BA$0.51
Park Plaza @ Belvidere2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.34
The HudsonThe Belvidere2BR,1BA$1.26
Townsend SquareTownhomes starting at $1050.00- Now Accepting A...2BR,1BA$0.91
Hatcher Tobacco Flats3X23BR,2BA$1.23
3002 Semmes Ave, Unit Downstairs3002 Semmes Ave2BR,1BA$1.02
City View Place2 Bedroom Unit2BR,1.5BA$1.18
Belle SummitRainer2BR,2BA$1.21
Mallard GreensTWO BEDROOMS JUST FOR YOU!! AVAILABLE NOW - WH...2BR,1BA$1.33

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Frequently Asked Questions about Capitol District

What type of rentals are currently available in Capitol District?

There are currently 786 Apartments for Rent in Capitol District, VA with pricing that ranges from $750 to $6,482. There are also 164 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Capitol District ranging from $790 to $3,700.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Capitol District?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Capitol District ranges from $790 to $3,700 with an average monthly rent of $2,115.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Capitol District?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Capitol District range from $879 to $4,050, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,550 to $3,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,875 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $750.

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Written by: Cheryl Bowman

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