
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Manchester Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $700 (11 Rentals)
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The Gardens at Manchester

City View Place

1204 Hull St - Bean Building

River’s Edge at Manchester
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Hatcher Tobacco Flats

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Manchester, Richmond, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Manchester?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,663 | $1,175 | $2,505 |
| Manchester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,942 | $1,075 | $3,693 |
| Manchester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,934 | $1,244 | $3,468 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Manchester Neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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Cheapest Available Manchester Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Manchester area of Richmond, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Hatcher Tobacco Flats priced from $933. The Gardens at Manchester has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,075. Here are the most affordable Manchester apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hatcher Tobacco Flats | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $933 |
| The Gardens at Manchester | Feast Your Eyes on This Home Deal – Celebrate c... | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| City View Place | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1BA | $1,090 |
| River’s Edge at Manchester | Falls | 1BR,1BA | $1,185 |
| 1100 Hull Street Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Manchester, VA
As of January 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Manchester area is the $1.52 price per square foot Three Bedroom Two Bath C Premier Model at The Gardens at Manchester in the in the Old South neighborhood starting from $1,595. The second greatest value Manchester apartment is the 2 Bedroom Unit Model at City View Place starting at $1,090 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Old South neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Manchester apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Gardens at Manchester | Three Bedroom Two Bath C Premier | 3BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| City View Place | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
| Link Apartments® Manchester | 1D | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| 1100 Hull Street Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| City View Lofts | The Riverside | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Hatcher Tobacco Flats | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| The Mill at Manchester Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 36682 | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| The Jamestown | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| Terraces at Manchester | Semmes | 1BR,1BA | $2.81 |
| River’s Edge at Manchester | Falls | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Manchester Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Manchester?
The cheapest apartment in Manchester is Hatcher Tobacco Flats which is listed at $933, while the average apartment in Manchester costs $1,782.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Manchester?
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 10 regular apartments in Manchester 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 Manchester?
Cheap apartments in Manchester have an average cost of $491 which is $1,291 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Manchester.
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