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East, Richmond, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East area of Richmond, VA is a Studio unit found at The Masonry Apartments priced from $925. New Manchester Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $979. Here are the most affordable East apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Masonry ApartmentsMasonry TS-S1Studio,1BA$925
New Manchester FlatsThe Decatur1BR,1BA$979
1822 Williamsburg Rd2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$995
The Lofts at Shockoe SlipThe Lofts at Shockoe Slip 316Studio,1BA$999
Jefferson Townhouses1X11BR,1BA$1,000
Attain ShockoePocahontasStudio,1BA$1,045
1808 Williamsburg Rd1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,095
Mallard GreensTWO BEDROOMS JUST FOR YOU!! AVAILABLE NOW - WH...2BR,1BA$1,103
The OliverThe Virginia1BR,1BA$1,177
The Mirage ManchesterThe Sandman1BR,1BA$1,177

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East, VA

As of September 12, 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 $1,835. The second greatest value East apartment is the Canal 236 2 Beds Model at Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk starting at $1,650 with a $1.27 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
HydroThe Bay2BR,2BA$1.41
Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal WalkCanal 236 2 BedsStudio ,1BA$1.27
Raven PlaceB1.12BR,2BA$1.47
ConsolidatedOne Bedroom, One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.46
New Manchester FlatsThe Stockton2BR,2.5BA$1.53
Smokehouse Lofts2 Beds, 2 Baths2BR,2BA$1.61
Mallard GreensTWO BEDROOMS JUST FOR YOU!! AVAILABLE NOW - WH...2BR,1BA$1.33
1822 Williamsburg Rd2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.24
Flats at 14thStudioStudio ,1BA$1.64
The Lofts at Shiplock WatchThe Lofts at Shiplock Watch - 1BR x 1 Bath (144...1BR,1BA$1.63

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Frequently Asked Questions about East

What type of rentals are currently available in East?

There are currently 247 Apartments for Rent in East, VA with pricing that ranges from $864 to $5,949. There are also 72 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East ranging from $1,095 to $3,350.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East ranges from $1,095 to $3,350 with an average monthly rent of $2,048.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East range from $1,395 to $3,773, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $3,350. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,620.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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