Cheap Homes for Rent in Near West Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $700 (14 Rentals)

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property at 1414 W Marshall St

$1,250

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jul 15

1414 W Marshall St, Unit 502

1414 W Marshall St
RichmondVA23220
property at 10 S Laurel St

$1,595

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$1,595

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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10 S Laurel St

RichmondVA23220

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property at 800 W Cary St

$1,595

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jul 10

800 W Cary St

RichmondVA23284
property at 806 W Cary St

$1,595

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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806 W Cary St

RichmondVA23220
property at 3009 Monument Ave

$1,595

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$1,595

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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3009 Monument Ave

RichmondVA23221
property at 2611 Grayland Ave

$1,795

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$1,795

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$1,795

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jul 15

2611 Grayland Ave

RichmondVA23220
property at 1309 W Main St

$1,795

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$1,795

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Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 5

1309 W Main St

RichmondVA23220
property at 3438 Parkwood Ave

$1,900

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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3438 Parkwood Ave

RichmondVA23221

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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 2 Beds unit found at Eagle Mill Lofts priced from $950. Coliseum Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $971. Here are the most affordable Near West apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Eagle Mill Lofts2bed 2bth2BR,2BA$950
Coliseum LoftsE1Studio,1BA$971
Cookie Factory LoftsStudioStudio,1BA$1,199
Southern Stove LoftsstudioStudio,1BA$1,275
Pierce ArrowStudioStudio,1BA$1,355

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Near West, VA

As of June 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Near West area is the $0.20 price per square foot 3 Beds, 2 Baths Model at 1318 W. Broad St. in the in the Near West neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value Near West apartment is the The Ownby Model at The Westbrook Townhomes at Brewers Row starting at $3,304 with a $1.89 price per square foot in the Bellevue 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.
1318 W. Broad St.3 Beds, 2 Baths3BR,2BA$0.20
The Westbrook Townhomes at Brewers RowThe Ownby3BR,2.5BA$1.89
River School Lofts2D (RENO)2BR,2BA$1.74
1103 W Franklin St3 Beds, 1.5 Baths3BR,1.5BA$1.36
Lombardy Lofts2 Beds, 2 Baths2BR,2BA$1.54
3121 Grove Ave, Unit 33121 Grove Ave1BR,1BA$2.05
The Collection of Historic RichmondB1, B2 & B32BR,1BA$1.81
Avenue C Apartments2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.90
LIV Lakeview2B/1BA Lake TH Reno2BR,1BA$2.00
Eagle Mill LoftsStudiosStudio ,1BA$1.62

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Near West, Richmond, VA

Ranked #89

Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Near West

What type of rentals are currently available in Near West?

There are currently 376 Apartments for Rent in Near West, VA with pricing that ranges from $810 to $4,540. There are also 50 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Near West ranging from $725 to $3,950.

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 $725 to $3,950 with an average monthly rent of $2,391.

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 $810 to $3,800, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,995 to $3,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $725 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $890.

Expert Rental Resources

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