
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Monroe Ward Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $600 (17 Rentals)
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Monroe Ward, Richmond, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Monroe Ward?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monroe Ward Studio Apartments | $1,136 | $1,035 | $1,376 |
| Monroe Ward 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,426 | $995 | $2,300 |
| Monroe Ward 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,815 | $1,394 | $2,875 |
| Monroe Ward 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,528 | $1,250 | $3,104 |
| Monroe Ward 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,200 | $1,150 | $1,265 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Monroe Ward Neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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Cheapest Available Monroe Ward Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Monroe Ward area of Richmond, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Mortons Apartments priced from $995. Towers on Franklin has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,035. Here are the most affordable Monroe Ward apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mortons Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Towers on Franklin | Harrison | Studio,1BA | $1,035 |
| Grace & Monroe Apartments | Studio - 505 | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| The Jackson on Broad | 0 Bedroom 1 Bath - 30567 | Studio,1BA | $1,130 |
| Atrium on Broad Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Monroe Ward, VA
As of March 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Monroe Ward area is the $1.33 price per square foot Clay Model at The Berkshire in the in the Downtown Richmond neighborhood starting from $1,592. The second greatest value Monroe Ward apartment is the 2 Beds 1 Bath Model at 110 E Cary St starting at $1,500 with a $1.26 price per square foot in the Downtown Richmond neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Monroe Ward apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Berkshire | Clay | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 110 E Cary St | 2 Beds 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| 2 E Broad St | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| 209 E Main St | Unit 208A | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Mortons Apartments | 1BR/1.5BA | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.46 |
| The Mezzo Lofts | Motif Gallery - 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Revival | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath - 464sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Park Plaza @ Belvidere | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Atrium on Broad Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| The Jackson on Broad | 0 Bedroom 1 Bath - 30567 | Studio ,1BA | $1.93 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Monroe Ward Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Monroe Ward?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Monroe Ward is under $1,280.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Monroe Ward?
The cheapest apartment in Monroe Ward is Mortons Apartments which is listed at $995, while the average apartment in Monroe Ward costs $1,713.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Monroe 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 71 regular apartments in Monroe 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 Monroe Ward?
Cheap apartments in Monroe Ward have an average cost of $885 which is $828 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Monroe Ward.
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