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Old South, Richmond, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Old South Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old South area of Richmond, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Miller Lofts @ Plant Zero priced from $950. NOON Ingram has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $992. Here are the most affordable Old South apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Miller Lofts @ Plant Zero1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$950
NOON IngramThe Joplin - 50%1BR,1BA$992
Dogtown Apartments1 Bedroom Standard1BR,1BA$999

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old South, VA

As of June 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Old South area is the $1.51 price per square foot The Hull Model at The Hudson in the in the Old South neighborhood starting from $2,025. The second greatest value Old South apartment is the 3X2 Model at Hatcher Tobacco Flats starting at $1,270 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Old South neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old South apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The HudsonThe Hull3BR,2BA$1.51
Hatcher Tobacco Flats3X23BR,2BA$1.23
2000 Riverside ApartmentsRiverside2BR,1BA$1.85
3002 Semmes Ave, Unit Downstairs3002 Semmes Ave2BR,1BA$1.02
City View Place2 Bedroom Unit2BR,1.5BA$1.18
Miller Lofts @ Plant Zero2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.51
Model Tobacco Lofts1BD 1BA1BR,1BA$1.59
Belle SummitRainer2BR,2BA$1.21
Venus At Manchester Apartments2-Bedroom / 1-Bath2BR,1BA$1.50
Park Vue2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,1BA$1.50

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Frequently Asked Questions about Old South

What type of rentals are currently available in Old South?

There are currently 115 Apartments for Rent in Old South, VA with pricing that ranges from $856 to $4,185. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Old South ranging from $790 to $3,550.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Old South?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Old South ranges from $790 to $3,550 with an average monthly rent of $1,842.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Old South?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Old South range from $1,178 to $3,259, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,900 to $3,550. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,799 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,595.

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