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Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk III
10 S 20th StRichmond, VA 23223
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27 W Broad StRichmond, VA 23220
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American Tobacco Collection
119-121 N 20th StRichmond, VA 23223
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1011 W Marshall StRichmond, VA 23220
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713 N 1st StRichmond, VA 23219
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1951 Venable StRichmond, VA 23223
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213 E Broad StRichmond, VA 23219
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The Masonry Apartments
2001 E Franklin StRichmond, VA 23223
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300 W Franklin StRichmond, VA 23220
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110-114 S 15th StRichmond, VA 23219
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302 Goshen St, Unit 106
302 Goshen StRichmond, VA 23220
1016 Park Ave
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217 E Grace St
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1710 E Broad StRichmond, VA 23223
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209 E Main St
209 E Main StRichmond, VA 23219
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe River Lofts at Tobacco Row
2 S 25th StRichmond, VA 23223
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Towers on Franklin
104 W Franklin StRichmond, VA 23220
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1903 E Marshall StRichmond, VA 23223
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700 E Franklin StRichmond, VA 23219
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1321 -1/2 E Main StRichmond, VA 23219
308 W Broad St
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900 W Marshall StRichmond, VA 23220
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311 W. Franklin
311 W Franklin StRichmond, VA 23220
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1318 W Broad StRichmond, VA 23220
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1904 Cedar StRichmond, VA 23223
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908 Oliver Hill WayRichmond, VA 23219
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10 S 14th StRichmond, VA 23219
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Iron House Apartments
1309 W Broad StRichmond, VA 23220
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111-117 W Marshall StRichmond, VA 23220
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The Shockoe Collection
104 Shockoe SlipRichmond, VA 23219
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowMarshall Street Apartments
220 E Marshall StRichmond, VA 23219
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16 N 22Nd StRichmond, VA 23223
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401 W Grace StRichmond, VA 23220
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212 W 7th StRichmond, VA 23224
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500 N 18th StRichmond, VA 23223
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411-611 Bainbridge StRichmond, VA 23224
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331-333 Oliver Hill WayRichmond, VA 23219
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114 Virginia StRichmond, VA 23219
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115 E Broad StRichmond, VA 23219
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507 E Main StRichmond, VA 23219
1005 W Franklin St
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2411 E Franklin StRichmond, VA 23223
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117 S 14th StRichmond, VA 23219
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Residences at Richmond Trust
629 E Main StRichmond, VA 23219
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601 W Cary StRichmond, VA 23220
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Deco at CNB
219 E Broad StRichmond, VA 23219
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The Trail Lofts
12 S 17th StRichmond, VA 23219
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1 W CaryRichmond, VA 23220
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1005 Grove AveRichmond, VA 23220
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City Center, Richmond, VA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in City Center?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| City Center Studio Apartments | $1,361 | $923 | $1,827 |
| City Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,522 | $1,000 | $2,949 |
| City Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,927 | $1,195 | $4,265 |
| City Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,900 | $1,250 | $2,750 |
| City Center 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,412 | $710 | $5,659 |
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Cheapest Available City Center Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the City Center area of Richmond, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at 11 E Broad St priced from $749. Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk III has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable City Center apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 E Broad St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $749 |
| Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk III | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| American Tobacco Collection | Edge-A2 | 1BR,1BA | $977 |
| 1128 W. Grace St.* | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| T and E Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Van de Vyver | The Reserve | Studio,1BA | $998 |
| Jefferson Townhouses | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Mortons Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,009 |
| The Jackson on Broad | 0 Bedroom 1 Bath - 77116 | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| The Stables | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,055 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in City Center, VA
As of August 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the City Center area is the $1.39 price per square foot Broad St W 200 - 202 Model at Broad St W 200 in the in the Downtown Richmond neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value City Center apartment is the 4x2 - Priced Per Bedroom Model at Marshall Park starting at $710 with a $0.48 price per square foot in the Downtown Richmond neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for City Center apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broad St W 200 | Broad St W 200 - 202 | 3BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| Marshall Park | 4x2 - Priced Per Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $0.48 |
| Park Plaza @ Belvidere | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Broadway Apartments | Two Bed Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| The Mezzo Lofts | Mural Gallery - 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Main2525 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Consolidated | CO-B One Bedroom, One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Marshall Street Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath - 632sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| The Berkshire | Catherine | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| 1128 W. Grace St.* | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap City Center Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in City Center?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in City Center is under $1,055.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in City Center?
The cheapest apartment in City Center is 11 E Broad St which is listed at $749, while the average apartment in City Center costs $1,581.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in City Center?
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 133 regular apartments in City Center 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?
Cheap apartments in City Center have an average cost of $567 which is $1,014 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in City Center.
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