Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chimborazo Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $500 (54 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Chimborazo area of Richmond.

The Attain

New Manchester Flats

Creighton Renaissance Apartments

Atrium on Broad Apartments

923 N 20th St

Van de Vyver

Jefferson Townhouses
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Flats at 25th

927 N 20th St

Flats at 14th

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Chimborazo, Richmond, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chimborazo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chimborazo Studio Apartments | $1,296 | $864 | $2,169 |
| Chimborazo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,466 | $940 | $2,400 |
| Chimborazo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,733 | $859 | $3,795 |
| Chimborazo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,385 | $739 | $3,189 |
| Chimborazo 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,622 | $649 | $5,599 |
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There are currently 54 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Chimborazo Neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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Cheapest Available Chimborazo Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Chimborazo area of Richmond, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Attain priced from $940. New Manchester Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Chimborazo apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Attain | Granby | 1BR,1BA | $940 |
| New Manchester Flats | The Everett | 3BR,2BA | $950 |
| Van de Vyver | The Reserve | Studio,1BA | $998 |
| Hopper Lofts | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Jefferson Townhouses | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Cedar Broad | A2b | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Townsend Square | Townhomes starting at $1050.00- Now Accepting A... | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Flats at 14th | 0 Bedroom 1 Bath - 31001 | Studio,1BA | $1,081 |
| City View Place | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1BA | $1,090 |
| Lava Lofts | Sleeper Loft RRY 107 | Studio,1BA | $1,090 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chimborazo, VA
As of December 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chimborazo area is the $1.13 price per square foot Two Bed Two Bath Model at Broadway Apartments in the in the Downtown Richmond neighborhood starting from $1,542. The second greatest value Chimborazo apartment is the Canal 236 2 Beds Model at Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk - Canal I and Canal II starting at $1,565 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Downtown Richmond neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chimborazo apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broadway Apartments | Two Bed Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk - Canal I and Canal II | Canal 236 2 Beds | Studio ,1BA | $1.20 |
| Raven Place | B1.1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| Townsend Square | Townhomes starting at $1050.00- Now Accepting A... | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| 209 E Main St | Unit 208A | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk III | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Hatcher Tobacco Flats | 3X2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Marshall Street Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| City View Place | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
| Mallard Greens | Holiday Cheer Starts at Mallard Greens Townhome... | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleChimborazo, Richmond, VA
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Best Local Schools in Chimborazo, Richmond, VA
Martin Luther King Jr. Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chimborazo Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Chimborazo?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Chimborazo is under $1,090.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Chimborazo?
The cheapest apartment in Chimborazo is The Attain which is listed at $940, while the average apartment in Chimborazo costs $2,495.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Chimborazo?
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 149 regular apartments in Chimborazo 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 Chimborazo?
Cheap apartments in Chimborazo have an average cost of $867 which is $1,628 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Chimborazo.
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