
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Gilpin Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $500 (176 Rentals)
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Bloom Apartments II

Belle Summit

3114 Barton Ave

Green Park Apartments

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Towers on Franklin

Eagle Mill Lofts

1019 W Leigh St

1 S 5th St

Mortons Apartments
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925 N 20th St

Van de Vyver

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1130 W Grace St

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1619 N 28th St

Jefferson Townhouses

Flats at 25th

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Townsend Square

2121 W Cary St

927 N 20th St

Southern Stove Lofts
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District Square Apartments

The Berkshire

Residences at the John Marshall

The Attain

Flats at 14th

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Coliseum Lofts

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The Masonry Apartments

3114 Barton Ave

Grace & Monroe Apartments

2105 Phaup St
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South Bank

210 E Grace St

3208 Carolina Ave

2400 Barton Ave

The Edison Apartments

Atrium on Broad Apartments

1209 Wallace St

The Biggs Building

The Mezzo Lofts

Monroe Park Towers Apartments
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Spectrum Apartments

612 N 23rd St

The Concord Northside

The Oliver

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The Collection at American Tobacco Center

The Corner Lofts

River Lofts at Tobacco Row

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Hydro

1905 Grayland Ave

1508 Hickory St
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Cheapest Available Gilpin Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Gilpin area of Richmond, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Green Park Apartments priced from $874. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Green Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $874 |
| Bloom Apartments II | 1Bed/1Bath: 456 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Hatcher Tobacco Flats | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $933 |
| Highland Terrace Apartments | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $946 |
| Towers on Franklin | Harrison | Studio,1BA | $985 |
| Mortons Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Van de Vyver | The Reserve | Studio,1BA | $998 |
| Eagle Mill Lofts | 1 bed 1bth | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Jefferson Townhouses | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gilpin, VA
As of February 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gilpin area is the $1.22 price per square foot Two Bed Two Bath Model at Broadway Apartments in the in the Downtown Richmond neighborhood starting from $1,663. The second greatest value Gilpin apartment is the 2106 Parkwood Ave Model at 2106 Parkwood Ave, Unit 1 starting at $1,795 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Near West 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broadway Apartments | Two Bed Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| 2106 Parkwood Ave, Unit 1 | 2106 Parkwood Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| 110 E Cary St | 2 Beds 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Ascend RVA Student Living | 3X3 | 3BR,3BA | $1.03 |
| Townsend Square | Townhomes starting at $1050.00- Now Accepting A... | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| 209 E Main St | Unit 208A | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk III | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Highland Terrace Apartments | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.96 |
| Marshall Street Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 36031 | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Belle Summit | Rainer | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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.

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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.

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