Cheap Homes for Rent in the Chestnut Hill Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $995 (6 Rentals)

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property at 2100 Phaup St
$995

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Base Rent$995

Total Monthly Price$995
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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2100 Phaup St

RichmondVA23223
property at 2110 Phaup St
$995

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Base Rent$995

Total Monthly Price$995
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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2110 Phaup St

RichmondVA23223
property at 2603 5th Ave
$1,095

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Base Rent$1,095

Total Monthly Price$1,095
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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2603 5th Ave

RichmondVA23222

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property at 2403 5th Ave
$1,100

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Base Rent$1,100

Total Monthly Price$1,100
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
Available Sep 10
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2403 5th Ave

RichmondVA23222
property at 3119 4th Ave
$1,225

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Base Rent$1,225

Total Monthly Price$1,225
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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3119 4th Ave

RichmondVA23222
property at 3209 3rd Ave
$1,225

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Base Rent$1,225

Total Monthly Price$1,225
2 Bedroom Rentals
Available Sep 9
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3209 3rd Ave

RichmondVA23222

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Chestnut Hill, Richmond, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Chestnut Hill Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Chestnut Hill area of Richmond, VA is a Studio unit found at Van de Vyver priced from $998. Townsend Square has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,080. Here are the most affordable Chestnut Hill apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Van de VyverThe ReserveStudio,1BA$998
Townsend SquareTownhomes starting at $1080.00- Now Accepting A...2BR,1BA$1,080
Highland Terrace Apartments1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,140

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chestnut Hill, VA

As of September 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chestnut Hill area is the $1.67 price per square foot 2017 2nd Ave Model at 2017 2nd Ave, Unit #A in the in the Oregon Hill neighborhood starting from $2,175. The second greatest value Chestnut Hill apartment is the 3 Bedroom / 3 Bath - 1,975sqft Model at Jackson Street Lofts starting at $2,175 with a $1.69 price per square foot in the Downtown Richmond neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chestnut Hill apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2017 2nd Ave, Unit #A2017 2nd Ave2BR,2BA$1.67
Jackson Street Lofts3 Bedroom / 3 Bath - 1,975sqft3BR,3BA$1.69
Townsend SquareTownhomes starting at $1080.00- Now Accepting A...2BR,1BA$0.94
The JamesJAMES-22BR,2BA$0.89
900 St James St2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.85
Highland Terrace Apartments1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.89
Van de VyverThe Abby1BR,1BA$2.89

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Chestnut Hill, Richmond, VA

Ranked #167

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Chestnut Hill

What type of rentals are currently available in Chestnut Hill?

There are currently 72 Apartments for Rent in Chestnut Hill, VA with pricing that ranges from $729 to $2,175. There are also 31 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Chestnut Hill ranging from $995 to $2,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Chestnut Hill?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Chestnut Hill ranges from $995 to $2,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,719.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Chestnut Hill?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Chestnut Hill range from $819 to $2,102, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,395 to $2,395. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $729.

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