
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Gilpin Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $500 (172 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Gilpin area of Richmond.


Towers on Franklin

Bloom Apartments II

The Attain

Eagle Mill Lofts

3114 Barton Ave

923 N 20th St
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Van de Vyver

Jefferson Townhouses

The Masonry Apartments

Flats at 25th

The Berkshire

927 N 20th St

1019 W Leigh St

The Mezzo Lofts
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Flats at 14th

Landmark at Marshall Broad

Lava Lofts

T and E Apartments

Mortons Apartments

The Shockoe Collection

Coliseum Lofts

Grace & Monroe Apartments
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2000 Riverside Apartments

2400 Barton Ave

The Edison Apartments

The Penny at Jackson Ward

Old Stone Row

Revival Apartments

1816 E Franklin St

The Biggs Building

Residences at the John Marshall

District Square Apartments
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1 West Cary Apartments

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The Oliver

The Mill at Manchester Lofts

1710 Lofts

1508 Hickory St

1606 Fendall Ave

1608 Brookfield St
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Gilpin, Richmond, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Gilpin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gilpin Studio Apartments | $1,362 | $850 | $2,251 |
| Gilpin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,646 | $700 | $10,000+ |
| Gilpin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,001 | $859 | $4,515 |
| Gilpin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,206 | $739 | $3,800 |
| Gilpin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,192 | $649 | $5,599 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 172 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Gilpin Neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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Cheapest Available Gilpin Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Gilpin area of Richmond, VA is a Studio unit found at Towers on Franklin priced from $850. Bloom Apartments II has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable Gilpin apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Towers on Franklin | Harrison | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Bloom Apartments II | 1Bed/1Bath: 456 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| The Attain | Granby | 1BR,1BA | $940 |
| Van de Vyver | The Reserve | Studio,1BA | $998 |
| Jefferson Townhouses | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Belle Summit | Rainer | 2BR,2BA | $1,020 |
| Cedar Broad | A2b | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Townsend Square | Townhomes starting at $1050.00- Now Accepting A... | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gilpin, VA
As of December 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Gilpin area is the $1.36 price per square foot The Overbrook Model at The Westbrook Townhomes at Brewers Row in the in the Bellevue neighborhood starting from $3,755. The second greatest value Gilpin apartment is the Two Bed Two Bath Model at Broadway Apartments starting at $1,466 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the Downtown Richmond neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gilpin apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Westbrook Townhomes at Brewers Row | The Overbrook | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.36 |
| Broadway Apartments | Two Bed Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| The Watkins at Shockoe | James Lofts | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk - Canal I and Canal II | Canal 236 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| Townsend Square | Townhomes starting at $1050.00- Now Accepting A... | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk III | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Hatcher Tobacco Flats | 3X2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Marshall Street Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Belle Summit | Rainer | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| 1527 Mechanicsville Tpke, Unit 1 | 1527 Mechanicsville Tpke | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
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Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Virginia including Gilpin, Richmond, and the greater Richmond area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Getting Around the Gilpin Neighborhood in Richmond, VA
Walk Score®
67 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
57 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
57 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Gilpin Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Gilpin?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Gilpin is under $1,050.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Gilpin?
The cheapest apartment in Gilpin is Bloom Apartments II which is listed at $899, while the average apartment in Gilpin costs $2,225.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Gilpin?
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 232 regular apartments in Gilpin 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 Gilpin?
Cheap apartments in Gilpin have an average cost of $561 which is $1,664 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Gilpin.
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