Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chimborazo Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $500 (46 Rentals)

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The Carlisle
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Carlisle

1700 Carlisle AveRichmond, VA 23231
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Shiplock Views
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Shiplock Views

2801 E Main StRichmond, VA 23223
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The Woodlands
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

The Woodlands

1327 Pinefrost CtRichmond, VA 23231
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Darby House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Darby House

1400 Shirleydale AveRichmond, VA 23231
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Richmond Arts
1 Bedroom Apartments

Richmond Arts

115 N 1st StRichmond, VA 23219
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Shockoe Center
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Shockoe Center

1900 E Franklin StRichmond, VA 23223
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Market Slip
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Market Slip

2 S 17th StRichmond, VA 23219
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The Rosa
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Rosa

744 N 2nd StRichmond, VA 23219
Senior Living

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501-503 E Main St
1 Bedroom Apartments

501-503 E Main St

501-503 E Main StRichmond, VA 23219
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The Dill Building
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Dill Building

2020 E Franklin StRichmond, VA 23223
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Ashley Oaks Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ashley Oaks Apartments

1400 Jennie Scher RdRichmond, VA 23231
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The Hill Building
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Hill Building

114 Virginia StRichmond, VA 23219
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Shockoe Commons
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Shockoe Commons

1209-1211 E Main StRichmond, VA 23223
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Linden Tower
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Linden Tower

116 E Franklin StRichmond, VA 23219
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Wynwood Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Wynwood Apartments

1209-1267 Nelson StRichmond, VA 23231
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City View Place
2 Bedroom Apartments

City View Place

1000 Bainbridge StRichmond, VA 23224
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Old Stone Row
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Old Stone Row

2001 E Franklin StRichmond, VA 23223
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Engine at The Masonry
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Engine at The Masonry

2026 E Main StRichmond, VA 23223
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Chimborazo, Richmond, VA Local Guide

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 Shiplock Views priced from $706. New Manchester Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $766. Here are the most affordable Chimborazo apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Shiplock ViewsJefferson1BR,1BA$706
New Manchester FlatsThe Decatur1BR,1BA$766
2001 EastStudioStudio,1BA$804
Miller Lofts @ Plant Zero1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$950
Van de VyverThe ReserveStudio,1BA$998
Jefferson Townhouses1X11BR,1BA$1,000
Townsend SquareTownhomes starting at $1000.00- Now Accepting A...2BR,1BA$1,000
Attain ShockoeElmwood1BR,1BA$1,038
Shockoe CommonsA21BR,1BA$1,043

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chimborazo, VA

As of May 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chimborazo area is the $1.47 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Penthouse Model at The Locks Tower in the in the Downtown Richmond neighborhood starting from $2,937. The second greatest value Chimborazo apartment is the Canal 236 1 Bed Model at Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk starting at $1,239 with a $0.95 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Locks Tower2 Bedroom Penthouse2BR,2BA$1.47
Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal WalkCanal 236 1 Bed1BR,1BA$0.95
Raven PlaceB1.12BR,2BA$1.47
The HudsonThe Belvidere2BR,1BA$1.26
Townsend SquareTownhomes starting at $1000.00- Now Accepting A...2BR,1BA$0.87
1407 E Cary Street1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.11
Miller Lofts @ Plant Zero2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.39
City View Place2 Bedroom Unit2BR,1.5BA$1.14
Mallard GreensTWO BEDROOMS JUST FOR YOU!! AVAILABLE NOW - WH...2BR,1BA$1.33
1527 Mechanicsville Tpke, Unit 31527 Mechanicsville Tpke1BR,1BA$1.17

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Chimborazo, Richmond, VA

Ranked #27

Among neighborhoods in Richmond, VA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in areas across the United States and customized analysis for Central Richmond, VA. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Chimborazo Neighborhood in Richmond, VA

Walk Score®

67 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

51 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

44 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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 $1,043.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Chimborazo?

The cheapest apartment in Chimborazo is Shiplock Views which is listed at $706, while the average apartment in Chimborazo costs $2,392.

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 127 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 $386 which is $2,006 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Chimborazo.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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