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2001 East
2001 E Broad StRichmond, VA 23223
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fairfield Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $500 (32 Rentals)
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Kings Point Apartments
3401 Prince David DrRichmond, VA 23223
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210 E Grace St
206-212 E Grace StRichmond, VA 23219
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Van de Vyver
713 N 1st StRichmond, VA 23219
2105 Phaup St
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Jefferson Townhouses
1951 Venable StRichmond, VA 23223
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Flats at 25th
2400 Fairmount AveRichmond, VA 23223
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Pointe at River City
11 N Laburnum AveRichmond, VA 23223
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Attain Shockoe
1903 E Marshall StRichmond, VA 23223
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3415 Enslow Ave
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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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301 Dabbs House RdRichmond, VA 23223
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Fairfield, Richmond, VA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fairfield?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield Studio Apartments | $1,314 | $829 | $2,418 |
| Fairfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,539 | $925 | $4,728 |
| Fairfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,813 | $799 | $6,165 |
| Fairfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,231 | $699 | $3,250 |
| Fairfield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,109 | $599 | $1,620 |
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There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Fairfield Neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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Cheapest Available Fairfield Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fairfield area of Richmond, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Kings Point Apartments priced from $990. Van de Vyver has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $998. Here are the most affordable Fairfield apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Point Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
| Van de Vyver | The Reserve | Studio,1BA | $998 |
| Miller Lofts @ Plant Zero | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Jefferson Townhouses | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Pointe at River City | Silver | 2BR,1BA | $1,014 |
| Attain Shockoe | Riverstone | 1BR,1BA | $1,017 |
| 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 |
| 210 E Grace St | 1bed/1bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairfield, VA
As of July 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fairfield area is the $1.35 price per square foot 308 E Leigh St Model at 308 E Leigh St, Unit 1 in the in the Downtown Richmond neighborhood starting from $2,450. The second greatest value Fairfield apartment is the 3317 Waverly Blvd Model at 3317 Waverly Blvd, Unit b starting at $2,000 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Chestnut Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairfield apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 308 E Leigh St, Unit 1 | 308 E Leigh St | 3BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| 3317 Waverly Blvd, Unit b | 3317 Waverly Blvd | 3BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Hydro | The Bay | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| 1710 East Franklin Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Raven Place | B1.1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| The Hudson | The Belvidere | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Townsend Square | Townhomes starting at $1050.00- Now Accepting A... | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Consolidated | One Bedroom, One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Mallard Greens | TWO BEDROOMS JUST FOR YOU!! AVAILABLE NOW - WH... | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Pointe at River City | Diamond | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
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Getting Around the Fairfield Neighborhood in Richmond, VA
Walk Score®
34 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
52 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
36 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fairfield Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Fairfield?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Fairfield is under $1,100.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fairfield?
The cheapest apartment in Fairfield is Kings Point Apartments which is listed at $990, while the average apartment in Fairfield costs $2,249.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fairfield?
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 121 regular apartments in Fairfield 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 Fairfield?
Cheap apartments in Fairfield have an average cost of $472 which is $1,777 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fairfield.
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