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

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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 2 Beds unit found at City View Place priced from $835. Dogtown Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable Old South apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
City View Place2 Bedroom Unit2BR,1BA$835
Dogtown Apartments1 Bedroom Standard1BR,1BA$999
Belle SummitRainer2BR,2BA$1,020
Park Vue2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,1BA$1,084
1204 Hull St - Bean Building1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,095

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old South, VA

As of September 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Old South area is the $0.44 price per square foot 201 W 12th St Model at 201 W 12th St in the in the Old South neighborhood starting from $750. The second greatest value Old South apartment is the 2BD 2BA Model at Model Tobacco Lofts starting at $1,790 with a $1.33 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.
201 W 12th St201 W 12th St3BR,3BA$0.44
Model Tobacco Lofts2BD 2BA2BR,2BA$1.33
Venus At Manchester Apartments2 -Bedroom, 2-Bath2BR,2BA$1.02
Hatcher Tobacco Flats3X23BR,2BA$1.23
City View Place2 Bedroom Unit2BR,1.5BA$0.90
The HudsonThe Perry1BR,1BA$1.51
Belle SummitRainer2BR,2BA$1.21
Trolley Lofts1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.62
Park Vue2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,1BA$1.51
Miller Lofts @ Plant Zero1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.57

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Old South, Richmond, VA

Ranked #114

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Old South

What type of rentals are currently available in Old South?

There are currently 122 Apartments for Rent in Old South, VA with pricing that ranges from $750 to $11,515. There are also 51 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Old South ranging from $725 to $3,440.

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 $725 to $3,440 with an average monthly rent of $1,847.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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