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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now2001 East
2001 E Broad StRichmond, VA 23223
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the City Center Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $500 (44 Rentals)
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Towers on Franklin
104 W Franklin StRichmond, VA 23220
1019 W Leigh St
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1 S 5th St
1 S 5th StRichmond, VA 23219
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowMortons Apartments
213 E Broad StRichmond, VA 23219
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowVan de Vyver
713 N 1st StRichmond, VA 23219
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1130 W Grace St
1130 W Grace StRichmond, VA 23220
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1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available NowJefferson Townhouses
1951 Venable StRichmond, VA 23223
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Berkshire
300 W Franklin 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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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Attain
1903 E Marshall StRichmond, VA 23223
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowFlats at 14th
10 S 14th StRichmond, VA 23219
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Coliseum Lofts
1335-1387 W Broad StRichmond, VA 23220
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowGrace & Monroe Apartments
401 W Grace StRichmond, VA 23220
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now210 E Grace St
206-212 E Grace StRichmond, VA 23219
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Shockoe Hill Senior Apartments 62 plus*
206-210 Hospital StRichmond, VA 23219
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Goshen Street
302 Goshen StRichmond, VA 23220
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The Planet Apartments
14 W Jackson 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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Market Slip
2 S 17th StRichmond, VA 23219
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Jernigin Hall
314 W Grace StRichmond, VA 23220
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Tracks at the Masonry
1716 E Cary StRichmond, VA 23223
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Cornish Brewery Apartments
1201 W Clay StRichmond, VA 23220
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The Rosa
744 N 2nd StRichmond, VA 23219
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416 E. Grace Street
416 E Grace StRichmond, VA 23219
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701 Saint James Street Apartments
701 St James StRichmond, VA 23220
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12 E Main St
12 E Main 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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Market Villas
15 N 18th StRichmond, VA 23223
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1 West Cary
106 S Foushee StRichmond, VA 23220
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The Stables
410 Hancock StRichmond, VA 23220
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Old Stone Row
2001 E Franklin StRichmond, VA 23223
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Terrace at the Masonry
202 N 20th StRichmond, VA 23223
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Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk - Canal I and Canal II
1900 E Cary StRichmond, VA 23223
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Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk III
1901-1927 E Main StRichmond, VA 23223
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Engine at The Masonry
2026 E Main StRichmond, VA 23223
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The Paper Company Apartments
203 Hull StRichmond, VA 23224
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T and E Apartments
1011 W Marshall StRichmond, VA 23220
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The Commons
15 E 2nd StRichmond, VA 23224
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Shockoe Collection
1206 Shockoe LnRichmond, VA 23219
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Pine Court I
707 W Cary StRichmond, VA 23220
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Pine Court II
611 W Cary StRichmond, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| City Center Studio Apartments | $1,263 | $844 | $2,409 |
| City Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,500 | $852 | $2,505 |
| City Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,841 | $1,225 | $3,795 |
| City Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,910 | $920 | $3,200 |
| City Center 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,051 | $800 | $1,620 |
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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 Studio unit found at Towers on Franklin priced from $985. 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 apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Towers on Franklin | Harrison | Studio,1BA | $985 |
| Mortons Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Van de Vyver | The Reserve | Studio,1BA | $998 |
| Jefferson Townhouses | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| The Stables | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,055 |
| Flats at 14th | 0 Bedroom 1 Bath - 35312 | Studio,1BA | $1,081 |
| Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk - Canal I and Canal II | Canal 236 Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,088 |
| 210 E Grace St | 1bed/1bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Grace & Monroe Apartments | Studio - 505 | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in City Center, VA
As of February 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the City Center area is the $1.41 price per square foot 3BR/3.0BA Model at Park Plaza @ Belvidere in the in the Downtown Richmond neighborhood starting from $2,905. The second greatest value City Center apartment is the Downtown Double Suite Model at The Berkshire starting at $2,680 with a $1.44 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. |
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| Park Plaza @ Belvidere | 3BR/3.0BA | 3BR,3BA | $1.41 |
| The Berkshire | Downtown Double Suite | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Marshall Park | 4x2 - Priced Per Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $0.54 |
| Broadway Apartments | Two Bed Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| 110 E Cary St | 2 Beds 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| 209 E Main St | Unit 208A | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Mortons Apartments | 1BR/1.5BA | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.46 |
| Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk III | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Shockoe Collection | B3 - 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| Marshall Street Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 36031 | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
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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 Towers on Franklin listed at $985.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom City Center Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom City Center Apartment is $995 at Mortons 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.
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