
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Jackson Ward Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $600 (39 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Jackson Ward area of Richmond.


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Towers on Franklin

The Berkshire

The Mezzo Lofts

421 W Grace St, Unit 203

District Square Apartments

Atrium on Broad Apartments

101 E Clay St

501 W Grace St, Unit A
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The Penny at Jackson Ward

Marshall Street Apartments

421 W Grace St, Unit 101

421 W Grace St

507 W Grace St, Unit C

505 W Grace St, Unit APT B

308 W Broad St

421 W Grace St, Unit 100

404 W Grace St, Unit 3
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Grace & Monroe Apartments

Total Monthly Price
511 W Marshall St

402 W Grace St, Unit 3

505 W Grace St, Unit A

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The Richmond Dairy Apartments

Jernigin Hall

The Rosa

701 Saint James Street Apartments
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The Jackson on Broad

One West Jackson Apartments

Landmark at Marshall Broad

CT Russell Apartments

Hammond Lofts

The Jewelry Building

121 W Broad St

The Simon Cycle Building

516 N 3rd St
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2 E Broad St

123 E Broad St

707 Catherine St
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 | $1,138 | $998 | $1,324 |
| Jackson Ward 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,423 | $1,081 | $2,300 |
| Jackson Ward 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,700 | $1,295 | $2,875 |
| Jackson Ward 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,528 | $1,250 | $2,950 |
| Jackson Ward 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,006 | $750 | $1,265 |
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There are currently 39 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. Towers on Franklin has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,035. 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 |
| Towers on Franklin | Harrison | Studio,1BA | $1,035 |
| The Mezzo Lofts | Montage Gallery - Studios | Studio,1BA | $1,085 |
| District Square Apartments | 1Bd15Ba553 | 1BR,1BA | $1,098 |
| The Jackson on Broad | 0 Bedroom 1 Bath - 30567 | Studio,1BA | $1,130 |
| Atrium on Broad Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
| Landmark at Marshall Broad | The Franklin | Studio,1BA | $1,152 |
| Parc View at Commonwealth | D5 - Penthouse | 4BR,4BA | $1,210 |
| CT Russell Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 43679 | 2BR,1BA | $1,230 |
| Hammond Lofts | 102 | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jackson Ward, VA
As of April 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jackson Ward area is the $1.44 price per square foot Downtown Double Suite Model at The Berkshire in the in the Downtown Richmond neighborhood starting from $2,680. The second greatest value Jackson Ward apartment is the 4x2 - Priced Per Bedroom Model at Marshall Park starting at $750 with a $0.51 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Berkshire | Downtown Double Suite | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Marshall Park | 4x2 - Priced Per Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $0.51 |
| Jackson Street Lofts | 3 Bedroom 3 Bath - 50623 | 3BR,3BA | $1.61 |
| CT Russell Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 43679 | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Hammond Lofts | 102 | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| The Penny at Jackson Ward | The Miles (M-F) | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| Atrium on Broad Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| The Jackson on Broad | 0 Bedroom 1 Bath - 30567 | Studio ,1BA | $1.93 |
| The Mezzo Lofts | Montage Gallery - Studios | Studio ,1BA | $1.93 |
| District Square Apartments | 1Bd15Ba553 | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.99 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleJackson Ward, Richmond, VA
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Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet 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 $1,299.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Jackson Ward?
The cheapest apartment in Jackson Ward is District Square Apartments which is listed at $1,098, while the average apartment in Jackson Ward costs $1,605.
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 87 regular apartments in Jackson Ward 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 Jackson Ward?
Cheap apartments in Jackson Ward have an average cost of $952 which is $653 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Jackson Ward.
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