
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the John Marshall Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $500 (41 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the John Marshall area of Richmond.


Legacy at Imperial Village

Bloom Apartments II

North Oak Apartments

3114 Barton Ave

Treehouse

Colonial Apartments
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Bellevue

Legacy Apartments

The Grand Richmond at Brook Run

Village at the Arbors

4219 Chamberlayne Ave

4903 Chamberlayne Ave

4915 Chamberlayne Ave
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John Marshall, Richmond, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in John Marshall?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| John Marshall Studio Apartments | $1,987 | $835 | $4,264 |
| John Marshall 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,788 | $895 | $3,678 |
| John Marshall 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,120 | $775 | $5,408 |
| John Marshall 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,989 | $1,395 | $5,134 |
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There are currently 41 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the John Marshall Neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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Cheapest Available John Marshall Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the John Marshall area of Richmond, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at Richfield Place Apartments priced from $775. Legacy at Imperial Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $835. Here are the most affordable John Marshall apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Richfield Place Apartments | The Kent | 2BR,1BA | $775 |
| Legacy at Imperial Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $835 |
| Bloom Apartments II | 1Bed/1Bath: 456 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| North Oak Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $965 |
| Colonial Apartments | Williamsburg | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Treehouse | Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1,070 |
| Bellevue | Small 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,080 |
| Legacy Apartments | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,085 |
| The Grand Richmond at Brook Run | 1bed1bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Village at the Arbors | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in John Marshall, VA
As of December 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the John Marshall area is the $1.81 price per square foot Birch Model at Treehouse in the in the Bellevue neighborhood starting from $1,820. The second greatest value John Marshall apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Overlook at Brook Run I & II starting at $1,399 with a $1.40 price per square foot in the Bellevue neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for John Marshall apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Treehouse | Birch | 3BR,2BA | $1.81 |
| Overlook at Brook Run I & II | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Richfield Place Apartments | The Windsor | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.51 |
| 4306 Chamberlayne Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Village at the Arbors | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Legacy Apartments | One Bedroom, One Bath - Patio | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| The Grand Richmond at Brook Run | 1bed1bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Colonial Apartments | Williamsburg | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Legacy at Imperial Village | One Bedroom One Bath Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| North Oak Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleJohn Marshall, Richmond, VA
Ranked #90
Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the John Marshall Neighborhood in Richmond, VA
Walk Score®
52 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
45 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
42 / 100
Some Transit
A few 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 John Marshall Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in John Marshall?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in John Marshall is under $1,099.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in John Marshall?
The cheapest apartment in John Marshall is Bloom Apartments II which is listed at $899, while the average apartment in John Marshall costs $2,178.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in John Marshall?
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 119 regular apartments in John Marshall 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 John Marshall?
Cheap apartments in John Marshall have an average cost of $692 which is $1,486 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in John Marshall.
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