
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Fairmount Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $939 (81 Rentals)


Green Park Apartments

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Townsend Square

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Creighton Renaissance Apartments

Linden at Highland Park

Glenwood Ridge Apartments

2400 Barton Ave

1901-1915 Whitcomb

Park Northside Apartments

1608 Brookfield St
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1607 Brookfield St

3528 E Richmond Rd

New Manchester Flats

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The Villas of Oakwood

3119 4th Ave

Jefferson Townhouses

1610 Fendall Ave

1605 Hickory St

501 W Grace St, Unit B

7 W Norwood Ave
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104 Poe St

417 Fritz St

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The Masonry Apartments

The River Lofts at Tobacco Row

The Attain

Sphere

Van de Vyver

Miller Lofts @ Plant Zero

Capitol Lofts

400 W Grace St, Unit 3
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The Foundry Apartments

South Bank

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The Hudson

Flats at 25th

Mortons Apartments

Hopper Lofts

The Biggs Building

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2509 Seminary Ave, Unit # B

421 W Grace St

505 W Grace St, Unit APT B
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3503 E Marshall St

The Carlisle

Jefferson Mews

The Planet Apartments

101 Poe St

Highland Terrace Apartments

Tracks at the Masonry

Ashley Oaks Apartments

The Richmond Dairy Apartments

2201-2231 Williamsburg Rd
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Fairmount, Richmond, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fairmount?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairmount Studio Apartments | $1,388 | $995 | $2,235 |
| Fairmount 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,500 | $857 | $2,750 |
Fairmount 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,844 | $939 | $4,603 |
| Fairmount 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,167 | $819 | $3,348 |
| Fairmount 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,060 | $725 | $5,876 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleFairmount, Richmond, VA
Ranked #15
Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Fairmount, Richmond, VA
Martin Luther King Jr. Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fairmount Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Fairmount?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Fairmount is under $1,033.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fairmount?
The cheapest apartment in Fairmount is Highland Terrace Apartments which is listed at $946, while the average apartment in Fairmount costs $2,164.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fairmount?
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 213 regular apartments in Fairmount 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 Fairmount?
Cheap apartments in Fairmount have an average cost of $468 which is $1,696 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fairmount.
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A Local Experts Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Richmond, VA
Written by: Richard Corrigan
Richmond is rightly considered one of the best places to live on the East Coast. We love Richmond’s rich history, phenomenal culinary scene, unique art and culture, and its next-level parks and green spaces.

Your Guide to Picking the Perfect Richmond Neighborhood for Student Renters
Written by: Richard Corrigan
Richmond isn't always thought of as a college town, but there are actually several major colleges and universities here. One thing Richmond does get credit for—and rightfully so—is being a very neighborhood-friendly city.

Explore The River City Like a Local: The Insiders Guide to Renting in Richmond, VA
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