Cheap Homes for Rent in Fairfield Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $800 (10 Rentals)

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Fairfield, Richmond, VA Local Guide

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 2001 East priced from $925. Miller Lofts @ Plant Zero has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Fairfield apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
2001 EastA31BR,1BA$925
Miller Lofts @ Plant Zero1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$950
Kings Point Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$990

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairfield, VA

As of May 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fairfield area is the $1.49 price per square foot The Bay Model at Hydro in the in the East neighborhood starting from $1,936. The second greatest value Fairfield apartment is the B1.1 Model at Raven Place starting at $1,730 with a $1.47 price per square foot in the Downtown Richmond neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairfield apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
HydroThe Bay2BR,2BA$1.49
Raven PlaceB1.12BR,2BA$1.47
The HudsonThe Belvidere2BR,1BA$1.26
Townsend SquareTownhomes starting at $1000.00- Now Accepting A...2BR,1BA$0.87
ConsolidatedOne Bedroom, One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.46
1407 E Cary Street1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.11
Miller Lofts @ Plant Zero2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.39
1710 East Franklin Street1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.57
Mallard GreensTWO BEDROOMS JUST FOR YOU!! AVAILABLE NOW - WH...2BR,1BA$1.33
Pointe at River CityDiamond2BR,1BA$1.39

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Frequently Asked Questions about Fairfield

What type of rentals are currently available in Fairfield?

There are currently 366 Apartments for Rent in Fairfield, VA with pricing that ranges from $599 to $6,515. There are also 86 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Fairfield ranging from $895 to $3,150.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Fairfield ranges from $895 to $3,150 with an average monthly rent of $1,718.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Fairfield range from $699 to $3,446, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,400 to $3,100. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,595 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $599.

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