
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Jackson Ward Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $600 (20 Rentals)
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Van de Vyver

The Berkshire

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Towers on Franklin

Grace & Monroe Apartments

District Square Apartments
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311 W Franklin St, Unit 1105

The Mezzo Lofts

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Atrium on Broad

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Landmark at Marshall Broad
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Jackson Ward, Richmond, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Jackson Ward?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson Ward Studio Apartments | $1,191 | $998 | $1,543 |
| Jackson Ward 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,441 | $1,061 | $2,300 |
| Jackson Ward 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,723 | $1,164 | $2,875 |
| Jackson Ward 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,690 | $1,250 | $2,950 |
| Jackson Ward 4 Bedroom Apartments | $908 | $750 | $1,260 |
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There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Jackson Ward Neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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Cheapest Available Jackson Ward Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Jackson Ward area of Richmond, VA is a Studio unit found at Van de Vyver priced from $998. District Square Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,164. Here are the most affordable Jackson Ward apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Van de Vyver | The Reserve | Studio,1BA | $998 |
| District Square Apartments | 2Bd2Ba-727 | 2BR,2BA | $1,164 |
| The Mezzo Lofts | Mosaic Gallery - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,216 |
| Atrium on Broad | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,279 |
| Towers on Franklin | Compass | 1BR,1BA | $1,440 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jackson Ward, VA
As of June 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jackson Ward area is the $1.36 price per square foot 16 W Broad St Model at 16 W Broad St, Unit Apartment 1 in the in the Downtown Richmond neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Jackson Ward apartment is the 3 Bedroom / 3 Bath - 1,975sqft Model at Jackson Street Lofts starting at $2,155 with a $1.67 price per square foot in the Downtown Richmond neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Jackson Ward apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 W Broad St, Unit Apartment 1 | 16 W Broad St | 3BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Jackson Street Lofts | 3 Bedroom / 3 Bath - 1,975sqft | 3BR,3BA | $1.67 |
| 11 E Broad St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| District Square Apartments | 2Bd2Ba-727 | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| The Mezzo Lofts | Mosaic Gallery - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Atrium on Broad | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| Towers on Franklin | Compass | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| Van de Vyver | The Heirloom | Studio ,1BA | $2.66 |
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3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Jackson Ward Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Jackson Ward?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Jackson Ward is under $2,155.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Jackson Ward?
The cheapest apartment in Jackson Ward is Van de Vyver which is listed at $1,155, while the average apartment in Jackson Ward costs $1,650.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Jackson Ward?
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 15 regular apartments in Jackson Ward that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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