
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Richmond Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $300 (31 Rentals)
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3114 Barton Ave, Unit Apt B

610 Akron St

3310 Barton Ave

2400 Barton Ave

Victory at Edgewood

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2509 Seminary Ave, Unit # B

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Todd Lofts

2914 Hanes Ave

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The Cooperage

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2810 Griffin Ave, Unit Spencer

The Westbrook Apartments at Brewers Row

3856 Brook Rd
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501 E Brookland Park Blvd

2910 Chamberlayne

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2910 Chamberlayne Ave

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3618 Chamberlayne Ave

Fieldcrest Townhomes

Lincoln Mews

2922 Noble Ave
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The Birches

The Bellevue

106 Trafton St
North Richmond, Richmond, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Richmond?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Richmond Studio Apartments | $1,249 | $849 | $1,461 |
| North Richmond 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,437 | $799 | $2,523 |
| North Richmond 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,753 | $1,050 | $2,604 |
| North Richmond 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,452 | $1,499 | $3,570 |
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Cheapest Available North Richmond Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Richmond area of Richmond, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Bloom Apartments II priced from $799. Oxford Square Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable North Richmond apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bloom Apartments II | 1Bed/1Bath: 456 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Oxford Square Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| 3618 Chamberlayne Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Victory at Edgewood | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Townhome - Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Spectrum Apartments | Emerald | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| The Westbrook Apartments at Brewers Row | The West | 1BR,1BA | $1,586 |
| The Cooperage | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom: Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1,664 |
| Canopy at Ginter Park Apartments | Agecroft | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
| The Westbrook Townhomes at Brewers Row | The Ownby | 3BR,2BA | $3,204 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Richmond, VA
As of July 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Richmond area is the $0.62 price per square foot 2509 Seminary Ave Model at 2509 Seminary Ave, Unit # B in the in the Bellevue neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second greatest value North Richmond apartment is the The Ownby Model at The Westbrook Townhomes at Brewers Row starting at $3,204 with a $1.83 price per square foot in the Bellevue neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Richmond apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 2509 Seminary Ave, Unit # B | 2509 Seminary Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.62 |
| The Westbrook Townhomes at Brewers Row | The Ownby | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.83 |
| Victory at Edgewood | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Townhome - Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| The Cooperage | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom: Loft | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Oxford Square Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Spectrum Apartments | Emerald | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| 3618 Chamberlayne Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Canopy at Ginter Park Apartments | Agecroft | 1BR,1BA | $2.98 |
| The Westbrook Apartments at Brewers Row | The Shandy | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| Bloom Apartments II | 1Bed/1Bath: 463 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleNorth Richmond, Richmond, VA
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Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Richmond Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Richmond?
The cheapest apartment in North Richmond is Bloom Apartments II which is listed at $799, while the average apartment in North Richmond costs $2,039.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in North Richmond?
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 12 regular apartments in North Richmond 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 North Richmond?
Cheap apartments in North Richmond have an average cost of $346 which is $1,693 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Richmond.
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