
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Near West Neighborhood of Richmond, VA (164 Rentals)


Ellison Museum District

The Guild

Chasen

The Westbrook Apartments at Brewers Row

The Scout Scotts Addition

The Carousel

Soda Flats

The Gallery Midtown Apartments

Coliseum Lofts
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The Square

Todd Lofts

The Collection of Historic Richmond

Cookie Factory Lofts

Southern Stove Lofts

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VIV at Scott's Collection

The 1805

Circ Apartments

Carytown Crossing
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Kent Road Village

1005 Grove Ave Apartments

3204 Stuart Ave, Unit D

1130 W Grace St, Unit #1

2611 W Grace St, Unit 3

1308 Floyd Ave

3210 Ellwood Ave

1209 Wallace St
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1709 Colorado Ave

1705 Colorado Ave

Grove Avenue Condos

North Windsor Court

1629 W Grace St

3553-3555 Grove Ave

803-809 N Robinson St

Ackell Residence Center

2903 Monument Ave

Victory Apartments
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2030 W Grace St

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Brownstone Apartments

Lord Fairfax

3025 Park Ave

2023 West Grace Street

2009 Floyd Ave

2923 Floyd Ave
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Near West, Richmond, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Near West?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Near West Studio Apartments | $1,629 | $995 | $2,100 |
Near West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,945 | $999 | $3,250 |
| Near West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,480 | $1,050 | $4,515 |
| Near West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,779 | $1,190 | $3,995 |
| Near West 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,453 | $979 | $5,994 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 164 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Near West Neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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Largest Available Near West 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Near West area of Richmond, VA is found at River School Lofts and is listed at 1,260 square feet priced from $2,180. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| River School Lofts | 1H (RENO) | 1,260 Sq Ft | $2,180 |
| Chasen | A5 | 1,051 Sq Ft | $1,935 |
| The Ace | A1.5-Loft | 888 Sq Ft | $2,840 |
| The Guild | The Loom | 857 Sq Ft | $1,900 |
| South Arthur | 1/1 | 850 Sq Ft | $1,299 |
| Cookie Factory Lofts | 1 Bed/ 1.5 Bath | 829 Sq Ft | $1,500 |
| The Gallery Midtown Apartments | Renovated Grove | 820 Sq Ft | $1,680 |
| Southern Stove Lofts | 1bed 1.5bth | 788 Sq Ft | $1,425 |
| The Collection of Historic Richmond | A11, A12, A13, A14, A15, A16, A17, A18 & A19 | 758 Sq Ft | $1,399 |
Cheapest Available Near West 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Near West of Richmond, VA is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model starting from $1,071 at Iron House Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Near West is currently $1,945. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Iron House Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $1,071 |
| The Collection of Historic Richmond | A3, A4 & A5 | $1,199 |
| South Arthur | 1/1 | $1,299 |
| Cookie Factory Lofts | 1 Bed/ 1 Bath | $1,300 |
| The Gallery Midtown Apartments | Classic Ellwood | $1,355 |
| Southern Stove Lofts | 1bed 1.5bth | $1,425 |
| Soda Flats | One Bedroom | $1,450 |
| VIV at Scott's Collection | Glean | $1,570 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Near West Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Near West with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Near West is at Iron House Apartments listed at $1,071.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Near West Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Near West is $1,945.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Near West Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Near West is a 1,260 square feet unit starting from $2,180 at River School Lofts.
What is the average size for Near West 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Near West is currently 712 sq ft.
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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Richmond is rightly considered one of the best places to live on the East Coast. We love Richmond’s rich history, phenomenal culinary scene, unique art and culture, and its next-level parks and green spaces.

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