
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Manchester Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $700 (12 Rentals)
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1100 Hull Street Apartments

1204 Hull Street- Bean Building

Trolley Lofts

Manchester Grand Apartments

Hatcher Tobacco Flats
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The Mill at Manchester Lofts

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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 Studio Apartments | $1,905 | $1,648 | $2,163 |
| Manchester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,693 | $1,169 | $2,643 |
| Manchester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,063 | $1,299 | $4,315 |
| Manchester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,572 | $1,655 | $3,268 |
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There are currently 12 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 $720. Manchester Grand Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $770. 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 | $720 |
| Manchester Grand Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $770 |
| The Mill at Manchester Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 19079 | 1BR,1BA | $1,085 |
| 1100 Hull Street Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,169 |
| Trolley Lofts | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bath - 700sqft | 2BR,2BA | $1,299 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Manchester, VA
As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Manchester area is the $1.23 price per square foot Three Bedroom Two Bath Large Premier Model at The Gardens at Manchester in the in the Old South neighborhood starting from $1,655. The second greatest value Manchester apartment is the 2 Bedroom / 2 Bath - 700sqft Model at Trolley Lofts starting at $1,299 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 Large Premier | 3BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Trolley Lofts | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bath - 700sqft | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Hatcher Tobacco Flats | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| 1309-1311 Hull Street | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath - 606sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| City View Lofts | The Riverside | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| The Mill at Manchester Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 19079 | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Link Apartments® Manchester | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Eddy on the James | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| 1100 Hull Street Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Manchester Grand Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
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 $720, while the average apartment in Manchester costs $2,371.
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 1 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 $331 which is $2,040 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Manchester.
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