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213 E Broad StRichmond, VA 23219
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Hill Building
114 Virginia StRichmond, VA 23219
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111-117 W Marshall StRichmond, VA 23220
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowResidences at the John Marshall
101 N 5th StRichmond, VA 23219
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Towers on Franklin
104 W Franklin StRichmond, VA 23220
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Edison
700 E Franklin StRichmond, VA 23219
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCapitol Lofts
1001 E Main StRichmond, VA 23219
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Mezzo Lofts
17 W Broad StRichmond, VA 23220
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowAtrium on Broad
115 E Broad StRichmond, VA 23219
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCentennial Terrace
507 E Main StRichmond, VA 23219
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The Edgar at Linden Row
114 E Franklin StRichmond, VA 23219
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Deco at CNB
219 E Broad StRichmond, VA 23219
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$1,225
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowRevival
116 N 3rd StRichmond, VA 23219
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The Shockoe Collection
104 Shockoe SlipRichmond, VA 23219
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Residences at Richmond Trust
629 E Main StRichmond, VA 23219
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Penny at Jackson Ward
2 W Marshall StRichmond, VA 23220
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowFirst National Apartments
823 E Main StRichmond, VA 23219
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 5Marshall Street Apartments
220 E Marshall StRichmond, VA 23219
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909 E Main StRichmond, VA 23219
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230 N 6th StRichmond, VA 23219
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$1,411
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525 E Grace St, Unit 205
525 E Grace StRichmond, VA 23219
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowBroadway Apartments
312 E Broad StRichmond, VA 23219
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One Canal Apartments
108 S 1st StRichmond, VA 23219
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now210 E Grace St
206-212 E Grace StRichmond, VA 23219
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209 E Main St
209 E Main StRichmond, VA 23219
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now110 E Cary St
110 E Cary StRichmond, VA 23219
308 W Broad St
RichmondVA23220
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525 E Grace St, Unit 102
525 E Grace StRichmond, VA 23219
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Locks Tower
1001 E Byrd StRichmond, VA 23219
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801 E Main StRichmond, VA 23219
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1 N 3rd St
300 E Main StRichmond, VA 23219
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The Locks
311 S 11th StRichmond, VA 23219
306 E Broad St
RichmondVA23219
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525 E Grace St, Unit 408
525 E Grace StRichmond, VA 23219
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The Loop at Midtown
2 W Franklin StRichmond, VA 23220
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The Richmond Dairy Apartments
201 W Marshall StRichmond, VA 23220
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Richmond Arts
115 N 1st StRichmond, VA 23219
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501-503 E Main St
501-503 E Main StRichmond, VA 23219
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Linden Tower
116 E Franklin StRichmond, VA 23219
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Shockoe Commons
1209-1211 E Main StRichmond, VA 23223
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The Jackson on Broad
20-22 E Broad StRichmond, VA 23219
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207 N 3rd St
207 N 3rd StRichmond, VA 23219
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Shockoe Commons
1215 E Main StRichmond, VA 23219
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Landmark at Marshall Broad
5 E Marshall StRichmond, VA 23219
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Shockoe Collection
1206 Shockoe LnRichmond, VA 23219
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420 Place
420 E Grace StRichmond, VA 23219
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Hammond Lofts
109 E Broad StRichmond, VA 23219
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The Jewelry Building
119-123 E Broad StRichmond, VA 23220
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8th and Main - All Utilities Included
800 E Main StRichmond, VA 23219
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121 W Broad St
123 W Broad StRichmond, VA 23220
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City Center Richmond, Richmond, VA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in City Center Richmond?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| City Center Richmond Studio Apartments | $1,259 | $995 | $1,669 |
| City Center Richmond 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,479 | $995 | $4,773 |
| City Center Richmond 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,931 | $1,350 | $4,281 |
| City Center Richmond 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,519 | $1,711 | $3,055 |
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Cheapest Available City Center Richmond Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the City Center Richmond area of Richmond, VA is a Studio unit found at The Hill Building priced from $995. Mortons Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable City Center Richmond apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| The Hill Building | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Mortons Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Residences at the John Marshall | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,042 |
| Shockoe Commons | SCommons-A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,043 |
| District Square Apartments | 1Bd15Ba553 | 1BR,1BA | $1,044 |
| Towers on Franklin | Harrison | Studio,1BA | $1,065 |
| The Edison | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,096 |
| The Jackson on Broad | 0 Bedroom 1 Bath - 30567 | Studio,1BA | $1,130 |
| Atrium on Broad | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
| The Mezzo Lofts | Montage Gallery - Studios | Studio,1BA | $1,149 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in City Center Richmond, VA
As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the City Center Richmond area is the $1.26 price per square foot 2 Beds 1 Bath Model at 110 E Cary St in the in the Downtown Richmond neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value City Center Richmond apartment is the Two Bed Two Bath Model at Broadway Apartments starting at $1,496 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the Downtown Richmond neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for City Center Richmond apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 110 E Cary St | 2 Beds 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Broadway Apartments | Two Bed Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| 209 E Main St | Unit 208A | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| 210 E Grace St | 2 Bed/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| Shockoe Collection | A1 - 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Mortons Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Hammond Lofts | 102 | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Centennial Terrace | 1 Bedroom - Unit Type 6 | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Revival | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath - 464sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Shockoe Commons | SCommons-A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap City Center Richmond Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in City Center Richmond?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in City Center Richmond is under $1,149.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in City Center Richmond?
The cheapest apartment in City Center Richmond is Mortons Apartments which is listed at $995, while the average apartment in City Center Richmond costs $2,499.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in City Center Richmond?
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 47 regular apartments in City Center Richmond 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 City Center Richmond?
Cheap apartments in City Center Richmond have an average cost of $659 which is $1,840 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in City Center Richmond.
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