Cheap Homes for Rent in the Capitol District Richmond, VA from $850 (25 Rentals)

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property at 2100 Phaup St

$995

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$995

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$995

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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2100 Phaup St

RichmondVA23223
property at 1822 Chicago Ave

$995

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$995

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$995

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

1822 Chicago Ave

RichmondVA23224
property at 2110 Phaup St

$995

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$995

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$995

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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2110 Phaup St

RichmondVA23223

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property at 2301 Barton Ave

$1,095

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$1,095

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$1,095

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 11

2301 Barton Ave

RichmondVA23222
property at 1229 Nelson St

$1,095

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$1,095

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$1,095

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1229 Nelson St

RichmondVA23231

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property at 2403 5th Ave

$1,100

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$1,100

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$1,100

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Sep 10

2403 5th Ave

RichmondVA23222
property at 7 W 13th St

$1,100

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$1,100

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$1,100

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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7 W 13th St

RichmondVA23224
property at 2514 Q St

$1,175

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$1,175

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$1,175

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2514 Q St

RichmondVA23223
property at 2603 5th Ave

$1,195

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$1,195

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$1,195

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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2603 5th Ave

RichmondVA23222
property at 205 E Broad St

$1,275 - $1,425

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$1,275

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1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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205 E Broad St

RichmondVA23219

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property at 1921 Floyd Ave

$1,295

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$1,295

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1921 Floyd Ave

RichmondVA23220
property at 1514 Bainbridge St

$1,299

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$1,299

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1514 Bainbridge St

RichmondVA23224
property at 411 W 24th St

$1,350

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$1,350

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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411 W 24th St

RichmondVA23225
property at 1205 N 23rd St

$1,375

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$1,375

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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1205 N 23rd St

RichmondVA23223
property at 1915 Chelsea St

$1,395

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$1,395

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$1,395

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1915 Chelsea St

RichmondVA23223

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property at 219 N 19th St

$1,400

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$1,400

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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219 N 19th St

RichmondVA23223

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 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
11 E Broad St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$749
Manchester Grand Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$770
Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk IIIStudioStudio,1BA$900
New Manchester FlatsThe Everett3BR,2BA$950
American Tobacco CollectionEdge-A21BR,1BA$977

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Capitol District, VA

As of August 23, 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2509 Seminary Ave, Unit # B2509 Seminary Ave2BR,1BA$0.59
1301 Idlewood Ave, Unit 13011301 Idlewood Ave4BR,2BA$0.58
Marshall Park4x2 - Priced Per Bedroom4BR,2BA$0.48
The Gardens at ManchesterThree Bedroom Two Bath Extra Large Premier3BR,2BA$1.14
Townsend SquareTownhomes starting at $1080.00- Now Accepting A...2BR,1BA$0.94
Marshall Street Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bath - 632sqft1BR,1BA$1.25
Glenwood Ridge Apartments2 bedroom2BR,2BA$1.13
Hatcher Tobacco Flats2X22BR,2BA$1.17
City View Place2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.18
Belle SummitRainer2BR,2BA$1.21

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Capitol District, Richmond, VA

Ranked #5

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

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Frequently Asked Questions about Capitol District

What type of rentals are currently available in Capitol District?

There are currently 803 Apartments for Rent in Capitol District, VA with pricing that ranges from $710 to $5,659. There are also 142 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Capitol District ranging from $850 to $3,780.

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 $850 to $3,780 with an average monthly rent of $1,982.

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 $819 to $4,265, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,500 to $3,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,850 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $710.

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