
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Office Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $600 (66 Rentals)
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Belle Summit

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Towers on Franklin

Mortons Apartments

1 S 5th St

Van de Vyver

Miller Lofts @ Plant Zero

Jefferson Townhouses

The Berkshire

Residences at the John Marshall
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South Bank

Flats at 14th

City View Place

Grace & Monroe Apartments

The Edison Apartments

The Mezzo Lofts

Atrium on Broad Apartments

The Attain

Monroe Park Towers Apartments

The Oliver
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2000 Riverside Apartments

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The Mill at Manchester Lofts

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The Collection at American Tobacco Center

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1100 Hull Street Apartments

1209 Hull Street- Dogtown

3 N 18th St

The Planet Apartments

The Richmond Dairy Apartments

Hatcher Tobacco Flats
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Market Slip

Jernigin Hall

Tracks at the Masonry

The Rosa

1000 Porter St

701 Saint James Street Apartments

12 E Main St

501-503 E Main St

1200 SEMMES Apartments
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Linden Tower

Market Villas

1 West Cary

Old Stone Row

Terrace at the Masonry

Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk - Canal I and Canal II

Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk III

Engine at The Masonry

The Paper Company Apartments

The Commons
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Central Office, Richmond, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Office?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Office Studio Apartments | $1,271 | $844 | $2,409 |
| Central Office 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,499 | $852 | $2,505 |
| Central Office 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,855 | $1,020 | $3,795 |
| Central Office 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,117 | $920 | $3,508 |
| Central Office 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,210 | $1,150 | $1,620 |
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There are currently 66 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Central Office Neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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Cheapest Available Central Office Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Office area of Richmond, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Hatcher Tobacco Flats priced from $933. Towers on Franklin has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $985. Here are the most affordable Central Office apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hatcher Tobacco Flats | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $933 |
| Towers on Franklin | Harrison | Studio,1BA | $985 |
| Mortons Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Van de Vyver | The Reserve | Studio,1BA | $998 |
| Miller Lofts @ Plant Zero | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Jefferson Townhouses | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Belle Summit | Rainer | 2BR,2BA | $1,020 |
| Flats at 14th | 0 Bedroom 1 Bath - 35312 | Studio,1BA | $1,081 |
| The Mezzo Lofts | Mosaic Gallery - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,088 |
| Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk - Canal I and Canal II | Canal 236 Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,088 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Office, VA
As of February 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Office area is the $1.41 price per square foot 3BR/3.0BA Model at Park Plaza @ Belvidere in the in the Downtown Richmond neighborhood starting from $2,905. The second greatest value Central Office apartment is the Two Bed Two Bath Model at Broadway Apartments starting at $1,713 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Downtown Richmond neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Office apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Plaza @ Belvidere | 3BR/3.0BA | 3BR,3BA | $1.41 |
| Broadway Apartments | Two Bed Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| 110 E Cary St | 2 Beds 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| 209 E Main St | Unit 208A | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk III | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Miller Lofts @ Plant Zero | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Shockoe Collection | B3 - 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| Marshall Street Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 36031 | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Belle Summit | Rainer | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Hatcher Tobacco Flats | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
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Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Office Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Central Office?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Central Office is under $1,088.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central Office?
The cheapest apartment in Central Office is Hatcher Tobacco Flats which is listed at $933, while the average apartment in Central Office costs $2,346.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central Office?
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 144 regular apartments in Central Office 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 Central Office?
Cheap apartments in Central Office have an average cost of $504 which is $1,842 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central Office.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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.

Your Guide to Picking the Perfect Richmond Neighborhood for Student Renters
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