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Near West, Richmond, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Near West Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Near West area of Richmond, VA is a 3 Beds unit found at Chesterfield Apartments priced from $845. Eagle Mill Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Near West apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Chesterfield ApartmentsTHE LINDEN FLOOR PLAN - SUITE III3BR,1BA$845
Eagle Mill Lofts2bed 1bth2BR,1BA$950
Coliseum LoftsE2.3Studio,1BA$1,190

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Near West, VA

As of June 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Near West area is the $1.75 price per square foot 1714 W Cary St Model at 1714 W Cary St, Unit 4 in the in the Near West neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Near West apartment is the 2A (RENO) Model at River School Lofts starting at $2,170 with a $1.78 price per square foot in the Far West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Near West apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1714 W Cary St, Unit 41714 W Cary St2BR,2.5BA$1.75
River School Lofts2A (RENO)2BR,1BA$1.78
1706 Floyd Ave, Unit B1706 Floyd Ave2BR,1BA$1.63
Chesterfield ApartmentsTHE MULBERRY FLOOR PLAN3BR,1BA$2.36
1510 W Broad St - Residential2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.69
2306 Parkwood Ave, Unit D2306 Parkwood Ave2BR,2BA$1.97
The Scout Scotts Addition*The 1899 - Income Restricted*1BR,1BA$2.20
Todd LoftsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.09
Southern Stove LoftsstudioStudio ,1BA$2.31
Eagle Mill LoftsStudiosStudio ,1BA$2.24

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Frequently Asked Questions about Near West

What type of rentals are currently available in Near West?

There are currently 368 Apartments for Rent in Near West, VA with pricing that ranges from $845 to $7,250. There are also 55 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Near West ranging from $750 to $3,700.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Near West?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Near West ranges from $750 to $3,700 with an average monthly rent of $2,197.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Near West?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Near West range from $845 to $7,150, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,000 to $3,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,399 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $925.

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