
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northrop Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $700 (55 Rentals)
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Kingly Ones and Briarwood Court Apartments

Belle Summit

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The Residences of Westover Hills

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404 Rivertowne Apartment Homes

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Villas at Cedarhurst

Norcroft Townhomes-55 and older

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Woodbriar Apartments

Park at Forest Hill

Park Vue
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Forest Hill

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Residence at Brookside

Forest Square Apartments

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700 West 44

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James River Pointe

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The Arbors at Hull Street Senior Apartments

1719 Blair St

Willow Oaks Apartments
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Morningside Apartments

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The Crossings at Bramblewood

1721 Blair St

Alexander at 1090

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Ashton Square Apartments

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Model Tobacco Lofts

The Westover

1707 Colorado Ave

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The Jamestown

Reserve South
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Southwood Apartments

Village at West Lake

1025 Bradley Ln

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The Gardens at Manchester

2010 Maury St

Manchester Grand Apartments

Westover Hills Townhomes

Southgate

1200 SEMMES Apartments

Riverside Apartments
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Linden At Forest Hill

Victory Apartments

408-410 Dobson St

27th Townhomes

310 W 31st

615 Albemarle St

The Riviera on Semmes

Colorado Manor Apartments

1514 Bainbridge St

Hill Standard
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Northrop, Richmond, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northrop?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northrop Studio Apartments | $1,230 | $715 | $2,177 |
| Northrop 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,363 | $825 | $2,499 |
| Northrop 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,454 | $1,005 | $3,464 |
| Northrop 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,909 | $1,178 | $3,207 |
| Northrop 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,200 | $3,200 | $3,200 |
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There are currently 55 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Northrop Neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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Cheapest Available Northrop Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northrop area of Richmond, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Manchester Grand Apartments priced from $770. 404 Rivertowne Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $808. Here are the most affordable Northrop apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester Grand Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $770 |
| 404 Rivertowne Apartment Homes | Brookline | 1BR,1BA | $808 |
| Kingly Ones and Briarwood Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Townhouses of Chesterfield II | Poplar | 1BR,1BA | $885 |
| Villas at Cedarhurst | Studio 1 bath 531 sq. ft. | Studio,1BA | $1,003 |
| Belle Summit | Rainer | 2BR,2BA | $1,020 |
| Woodbriar Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,041 |
| Park Vue | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1,084 |
| Residence at Brookside | Two Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,118 |
| Forest Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 61418 | 2BR,1BA | $1,130 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northrop, VA
As of May 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northrop area is the $1.26 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 46973 Model at 27th Townhomes in the in the Old South neighborhood starting from $1,280. The second greatest value Northrop apartment is the 2BR 1BA Renovated Model at The Residences of Westover Hills starting at $1,335 with a $1.41 price per square foot in the Midlothian neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northrop apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27th Townhomes | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 46973 | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| The Residences of Westover Hills | 2BR 1BA Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| The Arbors at Hull Street Senior Apartments | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Alexander at 1090 | Humboldt | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| Morningside Apartments | White Oak | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Belle Summit | Rainer | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Forest Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 47476 | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Park Vue | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Kingly Ones and Briarwood Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Townhouses of Chesterfield II | Poplar | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northrop Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Northrop?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Northrop is under $1,130.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northrop?
The cheapest apartment in Northrop is Manchester Grand Apartments which is listed at $770, while the average apartment in Northrop costs $3,200.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Northrop?
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 58 regular apartments in Northrop 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 Northrop?
Cheap apartments in Northrop have an average cost of $453 which is $2,747 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northrop.
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A Local Experts Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Richmond, VA
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