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2001 E Broad StRichmond, VA 23223
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $500 (26 Rentals)
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New Manchester Flats
715 E 4th StRichmond, VA 23224
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2105 Phaup St
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Flats at 25th
2400 Fairmount AveRichmond, VA 23223
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Jefferson Townhouses
1951 Venable StRichmond, VA 23223
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927 N 20th St
RichmondVA23223
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Smokehouse Lofts
110-114 S 15th StRichmond, VA 23219
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119-121 N 20th StRichmond, VA 23223
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1903 E Marshall StRichmond, VA 23223
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East, Richmond, VA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Studio Apartments | $1,369 | $829 | $2,280 |
| East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,501 | $925 | $3,055 |
| East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,744 | $837 | $3,552 |
| East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,000 | $1,395 | $2,469 |
| East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,620 | $1,620 | $1,620 |
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Cheapest Available East Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the East area of Richmond, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at New Manchester Flats priced from $837. Jefferson Townhouses has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable East apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Manchester Flats | The Bainbridge | 2BR,1BA | $837 |
| Jefferson Townhouses | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Cedar Broad | A2b | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Townsend Square | Townhomes starting at $1050.00- Now Accepting A... | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Smokehouse Lofts | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,060 |
| 1808 Williamsburg Rd | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Attain Shockoe | Capitol | Studio,1BA | $1,102 |
| Mallard Greens | TWO BEDROOMS JUST FOR YOU!! AVAILABLE NOW - WH... | 2BR,1BA | $1,103 |
| Poythress Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,165 |
| The Oliver | The Wonderland | 2BR,2BA | $1,177 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East, VA
As of July 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the East area is the $1.41 price per square foot The Bay Model at Hydro in the in the East neighborhood starting from $1,829. The second greatest value East apartment is the Canal 236 2 Beds Model at Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk starting at $1,699 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the Downtown Richmond neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hydro | The Bay | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk | Canal 236 2 Beds | Studio ,1BA | $1.31 |
| Raven Place | B1.1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| Townsend Square | Townhomes starting at $1050.00- Now Accepting A... | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Consolidated | One Bedroom, One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| New Manchester Flats | The Stockton | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.53 |
| Mallard Greens | TWO BEDROOMS JUST FOR YOU!! AVAILABLE NOW - WH... | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| The Corner Lofts - 1321 E. Main St. | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Flats at 25th | Compass | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Jefferson Townhouses | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
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Best Local Schools in East, Richmond, VA
Martin Luther King Jr. Middle
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Public School - Grades 6-8 (501)
2 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East?
The cheapest apartment in East is New Manchester Flats which is listed at $979, while the average apartment in East costs $2,007.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East?
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 137 regular apartments in East 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 East?
Cheap apartments in East have an average cost of $881 which is $1,126 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East.
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