
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Oak Grove Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $500 (86 Rentals)
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2500 Bainbridge St

Kingly Ones and Briarwood Court Apartments

206 E 37th St

Belle Summit

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3704 Chapel Dr, Unit B

New Manchester Flats

1208 Hull St, Unit 3

206 E 37th St

The Hill Building
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Hopper Lofts

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The Masonry Apartments

Park at Forest Hill

1319 Minefee St

The Corner Lofts

Flats at 14th

Park Vue

114 Virginia St

1009 N 25th St

Forest Hill
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River Lofts at Tobacco Row

1204 Hull Street- Bean Building

Glenwood Ridge Apartments

Deering Manor

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2000 Riverside Apartments

NOON Ingram

Forest Square Apartments

James River Villas

Miller Lofts @ Plant Zero

Capitol Lofts
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2915 Hull Street Rd

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American Tobacco Center

The Mirage Manchester

The Overlook at City View

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The Mill at Manchester Lofts

Spur Line Lofts

1007 N 25th St

Main2525

Smokehouse Lofts

Shockoe Valley View
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1100-1106 Hull St

2908 Richmond Hwy

3 N 18th St

2304 Riverside Dr

Lafayette Gardens

Hatcher Tobacco Flats

Jefferson Mews

Heights at Brady Square

Market Slip

Manchester Grand Apartments
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Oak Grove, Richmond, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oak Grove?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Grove Studio Apartments | $1,304 | $715 | $2,490 |
| Oak Grove 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,445 | $825 | $3,261 |
| Oak Grove 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,786 | $1,005 | $4,263 |
| Oak Grove 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,425 | $950 | $3,543 |
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There are currently 86 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Oak Grove Neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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Cheapest Available Oak Grove Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Oak Grove area of Richmond, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Kingly Ones and Briarwood Court Apartments priced from $825. New Manchester Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $835. Here are the most affordable Oak Grove apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingly Ones and Briarwood Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| New Manchester Flats | The Maury | 2BR,2BA | $835 |
| Hatcher Tobacco Flats | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $933 |
| Hopper Lofts | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $940 |
| The Hill Building | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Dill Building | Dill-A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,012 |
| Belle Summit | Rainer | 2BR,2BA | $1,020 |
| Market Villas | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 41287 | 1BR,1BA | $1,021 |
| Tobacco Landing | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,021 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oak Grove, VA
As of April 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oak Grove area is the $1.35 price per square foot 1205 N 34th St Model at 1205 N 34th St in the in the East neighborhood starting from $2,495. The second greatest value Oak Grove apartment is the Canal 236 1 Bed Model at Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk - Canal I and Canal II starting at $1,296 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Downtown Richmond neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oak Grove apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1205 N 34th St | 1205 N 34th St | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.35 |
| Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk - Canal I and Canal II | Canal 236 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Townhouses of Chesterfield II | Pine II | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.13 |
| Trolley Lofts | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bath - 700sqft | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| The Gardens at Manchester | Two Bedroom Two Bath Large Premier | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| 27th Townhomes | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 46973 | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Glenwood Ridge Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| City View Place | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
| Tobacco Landing | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| Belle Summit | Rainer | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOak Grove, Richmond, VA
Ranked #32
Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oak Grove Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Oak Grove?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Oak Grove is under $1,021.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Oak Grove?
The cheapest apartment in Oak Grove is Kingly Ones and Briarwood Court Apartments which is listed at $825, while the average apartment in Oak Grove costs $2,498.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Oak Grove?
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 78 regular apartments in Oak Grove 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 Oak Grove?
Cheap apartments in Oak Grove have an average cost of $199 which is $2,299 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Oak Grove.
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

A Local Experts Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Richmond, VA
Written by: Richard Corrigan
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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