Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Creighton Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $500 (29 Rentals)

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The Carlisle
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Carlisle

1700 Carlisle AveRichmond, VA 23231
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101 Poe St
2 Bedroom Apartments

101 Poe St

101 Poe StRichmond, VA 23222
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Market Slip
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Market Slip

2 S 17th StRichmond, VA 23219
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Reflections Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Reflections Apartments

4611 Lou's Lore LnRichmond, VA 23231
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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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1820 E Broad St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1820 E Broad St

1820 E Broad StRichmond, VA 23223
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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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Creighton, Richmond, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Creighton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Creighton area of Richmond, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at New Manchester Flats priced from $837. Kings Point Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $990. Here are the most affordable Creighton apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
New Manchester FlatsThe Bainbridge2BR,1BA$837
Kings Point Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$990
Jefferson Townhouses1X11BR,1BA$1,000
Pointe at River CitySilver2BR,1BA$1,014
Cedar BroadA2b1BR,1BA$1,045
Townsend SquareTownhomes starting at $1050.00- Now Accepting A...2BR,1BA$1,050
Attain ShockoeCapitolStudio,1BA$1,102
Mallard GreensTWO BEDROOMS JUST FOR YOU!! AVAILABLE NOW - WH...2BR,1BA$1,103
The Masonry ApartmentsMasonry TS-S11BR,1BA$1,129
Poythress Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,165

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Creighton, VA

As of July 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Creighton area is the $1.33 price per square foot 3317 Waverly Blvd Model at 3317 Waverly Blvd, Unit b in the in the Chestnut Hill neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Creighton apartment is the The Bay Model at Hydro starting at $1,829 with a $1.41 price per square foot in the East neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Creighton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
3317 Waverly Blvd, Unit b3317 Waverly Blvd3BR,2BA$1.33
HydroThe Bay2BR,2BA$1.41
Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal WalkCanal 236 2 BedsStudio ,1BA$1.31
1710 East Franklin Street1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.03
Raven PlaceB1.12BR,2BA$1.47
Townsend SquareTownhomes starting at $1050.00- Now Accepting A...2BR,1BA$0.91
ConsolidatedOne Bedroom, One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.49
Highland Terrace Apartments2-Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.34
Mallard GreensTWO BEDROOMS JUST FOR YOU!! AVAILABLE NOW - WH...2BR,1BA$1.33
Pointe at River CityGold2BR,1BA$1.29

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Creighton, Richmond, VA

Ranked #74

Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

This website compares millions of points of data to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in areas across the United States and customized analysis for Richmond, Virginia. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Creighton Neighborhood in Richmond, VA

Walk Score®

52 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

49 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

36 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Creighton Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Creighton?

The cheapest apartment in Creighton is New Manchester Flats which is listed at $979, while the average apartment in Creighton costs $2,002.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Creighton?

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 139 regular apartments in Creighton 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 Creighton?

Cheap apartments in Creighton have an average cost of $873 which is $1,129 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Creighton.

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