
Studio Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Richmond Neighborhood of Richmond, VA (202 Rentals)


The Alder on Dabney

Ellison Museum District

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Deco at CNB

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Sphere

The Preserve Scotts Addition

The Watkins at Shockoe

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Chasen

NOVEL Scott's Addition by Crescent Communities

Mutual on Main Apartments
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Otis

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Residences at Richmond Trust

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Spectrum Apartments

Cookie Factory Lofts

Cary Belvidere Apartments

Southern Stove Lofts

Eagle Mill Lofts

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Todd Lofts

The Penny at Jackson Ward

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The Carousel

First National Apartments

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Towers on Franklin

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311 W. Franklin

The Biggs Building

The Edison

The Mezzo Lofts

Bloom Apartments II

Centennial Terrace

Courtyard Lofts
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The Corner Lofts

Harper's Flats

The 1805

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Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk III

Van de Vyver

The Edgar at Linden Row

311 W Franklin St, Unit 1105

714 N Arthur Ashe Blvd, Unit C

1302 Floyd Ave
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Wellington Apartments

1500 W Leigh St

405-409 Gilmer St

10 S 14th St

1829 W Main St

2601 Hanover Ave

603-605 N Davis Ave
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Downtown Richmond, Richmond, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Richmond?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
Downtown Richmond Studio Apartments | $1,504 | $849 | $2,716 |
| Downtown Richmond 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,767 | $799 | $8,950 |
| Downtown Richmond 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,298 | $939 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Richmond 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,228 | $810 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Richmond 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,054 | $710 | $3,300 |
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There are currently 202 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Richmond Neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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Largest Available Downtown Richmond Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in the Downtown Richmond area of Richmond, VA is found at Cookie Factory Lofts and is listed at 821 square feet priced from $1,199. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cookie Factory Lofts | Studio | 821 Sq Ft | $1,199 |
| The Watkins at Shockoe | The Watkins - Belle (Studio) | 649 Sq Ft | $1,375 |
| Chasen | S1 | 603 Sq Ft | $1,796 |
| The Corner Lofts | 0 Bedroom 1 Bath - 21710 | 600 Sq Ft | $1,150 |
| Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk III | Studio | 570 Sq Ft | $900 |
| Ellison Museum District | S1 | 564 Sq Ft | $1,715 |
| Van de Vyver | The Reserve | 559 Sq Ft | $998 |
| Sphere | S/1b-2 | 520 Sq Ft | $1,600 |
| The Alder on Dabney | Cali | 510 Sq Ft | $1,600 |
| Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk - Canal I and Canal II | Canal 236 Studio | 388 Sq Ft | $1,053 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Richmond Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit Downtown Richmond of Richmond, VA is the Studio Model starting from $900 at Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk III. The average price for all Studio apartments in Downtown Richmond is currently $1,504. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk III | Studio | $900 |
| Van de Vyver | The Reserve | $998 |
| Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk - Canal I and Canal II | Canal 236 Studio | $1,053 |
| The Corner Lofts | 0 Bedroom 1 Bath - 21710 | $1,150 |
| The Edison | Studio | $1,165 |
| Guardian Place Apartments | S1 Guardian Place 1 | $1,192 |
| 311 W. Franklin | Harrison | $1,195 |
| Cookie Factory Lofts | Studio | $1,199 |
| Cary Belvidere Apartments | Studio | $1,335 |
| Pierce Arrow | Studio | $1,355 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Richmond, Richmond, VA
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Downtown Richmond Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown Richmond with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Downtown Richmond is at Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk III listed at $900.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Downtown Richmond Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Downtown Richmond is $1,504.
What is the largest available Studio Downtown Richmond Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Richmond is a 821 square feet unit starting from $1,199 at Cookie Factory Lofts.
What is the average size for Downtown Richmond Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Downtown Richmond is currently 512 sq ft.
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