Cheap Apartments for Rent in the City Center Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $500 (48 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the City Center area of Richmond.

Towers on Franklin

The Masonry Apartments

American Tobacco Center

Attain Shockoe

Van de Vyver

Jefferson Townhouses

The Berkshire
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Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk III
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| City Center Studio Apartments | $1,236 | $864 | $2,100 |
| City Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,493 | $925 | $10,000+ |
| City Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,813 | $1,195 | $3,795 |
| City Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,923 | $1,250 | $3,200 |
| City Center 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,271 | $800 | $5,599 |
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There are currently 48 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the City Center Neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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City Center, Richmond, VA Local Guide
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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 The Masonry Apartments priced from $925. Van de Vyver has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $998. Here are the most affordable City Center apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Masonry Apartments | Masonry TS-A4 | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Van de Vyver | The Reserve | Studio,1BA | $998 |
| Jefferson Townhouses | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Attain Shockoe | Elmwood | 1BR,1BA | $1,011 |
| Cedar Broad | A2b | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| The Stables | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,055 |
| The Mezzo Lofts | Montage Gallery - Studios | Studio,1BA | $1,061 |
| Towers on Franklin | Cary | 1BR,1BA | $1,092 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in City Center, VA
As of November 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the City Center area is the $1.45 price per square foot Downtown Double Suite Model at The Berkshire in the in the Downtown Richmond neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value City Center apartment is the Canal 236 1 Bed Model at Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk starting at $1,298 with a $1.00 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Berkshire | Downtown Double Suite | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk | Canal 236 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Jackson Street Lofts | 3BR/3.0BA | 3BR,3BA | $1.47 |
| Raven Place | B1.1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| Mortons Apartments | 1BR/1.5BA | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.46 |
| Marshall Street Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| The Mill at Manchester Lofts | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath - 19015 | 2BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| Trolley Lofts | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| The Dill Building | Dill-B6 | 2BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| Atrium Lofts at Cold Storage | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
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Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap City Center Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in City Center?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in City Center is at Van de Vyver listed at $998.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom City Center Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom City Center Apartment is $925 at The Masonry Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom City Center Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in City Center is starting from $1,225 at Jefferson Townhouses.
What is the most affordable City Center Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap City Center Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Parc View at Commonwealth and starts from $1,250.
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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