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RichmondVA23220

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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 1 Bed unit found at Creighton Renaissance Apartments priced from $770. Towers on Franklin has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Capitol District apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Creighton Renaissance ApartmentsOne Bedroom - D1BR,1BA$770
Towers on FranklinHarrisonStudio,1BA$850
Hatcher Tobacco Flats1X11BR,1BA$933
The Masonry ApartmentsMasonry TS-S1Studio,1BA$995
Van de VyverThe ReserveStudio,1BA$998
New Manchester FlatsThe Decatur1BR,1BA$999
Jefferson Townhouses1X11BR,1BA$1,000
1619 N 28th St1 Bed 1 Bath - Furnished1BR,1BA$1,000
Belle SummitRainer2BR,2BA$1,020

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Capitol District, VA

As of February 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Capitol District area is the $1.22 price per square foot Two Bed Two Bath Model at Broadway Apartments in the in the Downtown Richmond neighborhood starting from $1,663. The second greatest value Capitol District apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath - 30004 Model at 10 Walnut Alley starting at $1,655 with a $1.32 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.
Broadway ApartmentsTwo Bed Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.22
10 Walnut Alley2 Bedroom 2 Bath - 300042BR,2BA$1.32
City View Place3 Bedroom Unit3BR,2BA$1.03
110 E Cary St2 Beds 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.35
Ascend RVA Student Living3X33BR,3BA$1.03
209 E Main StUnit 208A2BR,1BA$1.36
Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk IIIOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.24
27th Townhomes2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 258132BR,1BA$1.16
Belle SummitRainer2BR,2BA$1.21
Mallard GreensHome is Where The ?? Is...Now Leasing!!2BR,1BA$1.33

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Capitol District, Richmond, VA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Capitol District

What type of rentals are currently available in Capitol District?

There are currently 782 Apartments for Rent in Capitol District, VA with pricing that ranges from $669 to $4,515. There are also 139 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Capitol District ranging from $750 to $5,000.

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 $750 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,384.

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 $759 to $3,800, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $850 to $4,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,595 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $669.

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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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