Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Far West Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $800 (23 Rentals)

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2700 Idlewood Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

2700 Idlewood Ave

2700 Idlewood AveRichmond, VA 23220
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3329 Cutshaw Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3329 Cutshaw Ave

3329 Cutshaw AveRichmond, VA 23230
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MacTavish Flats
1 Bedroom Apartments

MacTavish Flats

1302 MacTavish AveRichmond, VA 23230
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The Parkwood
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Parkwood

3003 Parkwood AveRichmond, VA 23221
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Scotts Edge
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Scotts Edge

3408-3410 Moore StRichmond, VA 23230
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Argon Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Argon Apartments

3805 Cutshaw AveRichmond, VA 23230
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3514 Park Ave.
2 Bedroom Apartments

3514 Park Ave.

3514 Park AveRichmond, VA 23221
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Kensington Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kensington Court

2900 Kensington AveRichmond, VA 23221
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Far West, Richmond, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Far West Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Far West area of Richmond, VA is a Studio unit found at Gateway Apartments priced from $1,050. Guardian Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,192. Here are the most affordable Far West apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Gateway ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,050
Guardian Place ApartmentsS1 Guardian Place 1Studio,1BA$1,192
3425 Kensington Avenue1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,250
Scotts Edge1BR-2131BR,1BA$1,300
Crestwood at Libbie2X12BR,1BA$1,329

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Far West, VA

As of June 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Far West area is the $2.40 price per square foot 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at 301 S Arthur Ashe Boulevard in the in the Far West neighborhood starting from $3,600. The second greatest value Far West apartment is the 2A (RENO) Model at River School Lofts starting at $2,170 with a $1.78 price per square foot in the Far West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Far West apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
301 S Arthur Ashe Boulevard3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$2.40
River School Lofts2A (RENO)2BR,1BA$1.78
Malvern Manor ApartmentsRenovated Grove2BR,1BA$2.20
The Estates at HorsepenThe Addington1BR,1.5BA$2.30
The Icon1 Bedroom Tower1BR,1BA$1.91
Triton Scotts Addition - MonumentA11BR,1BA$2.64
Crestwood at Libbie2X12BR,1BA$2.02
The Village at HorsepenRochester2BR,1BA$2.34
Scotts Edge1BR-2131BR,1BA$2.28
Gateway ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio ,1BA$2.63

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Far West, Richmond, VA

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Among neighborhoods in Richmond, VA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Far West Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Far West?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Far West is at Gateway Apartments listed at $1,050.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Far West Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Far West Apartment is $1,250 at 3425 Kensington Avenue.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Far West Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Far West is starting from $1,329 at Crestwood at Libbie.

What is the most affordable Far West Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Far West Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Alder on Dabney and starts from $3,275.

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