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2001 East
2001 E Broad StRichmond, VA 23223
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Attain Shockoe
1903 E Marshall StRichmond, VA 23223
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119-121 N 20th StRichmond, VA 23223
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2 S 25th StRichmond, VA 23223
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16 N 22Nd StRichmond, VA 23223
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1904 Cedar StRichmond, VA 23223
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Shockoe Bottom, Richmond, VA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shockoe Bottom?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shockoe Bottom Studio Apartments | $1,221 | $829 | $1,772 |
| Shockoe Bottom 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,542 | $925 | $2,951 |
| Shockoe Bottom 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,761 | $1,275 | $3,531 |
| Shockoe Bottom 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,123 | $1,710 | $2,469 |
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Cheapest Available Shockoe Bottom Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Shockoe Bottom area of Richmond, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at 2001 East priced from $925. Attain Shockoe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,017. Here are the most affordable Shockoe Bottom apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 East | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Attain Shockoe | Riverstone | 1BR,1BA | $1,017 |
| Old Stone Row | OS A10 | 1BR,1BA | $1,055 |
| The Masonry Apartments | Masonry TS-S1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,129 |
| Shockoe Valley View | 1X1.2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shockoe Bottom, VA
As of July 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Shockoe Bottom area is the $1.47 price per square foot B1.1 Model at Raven Place in the in the Downtown Richmond neighborhood starting from $1,730. The second greatest value Shockoe Bottom apartment is the ATC-C1 Model at American Tobacco Center starting at $2,295 with a $2.04 price per square foot in the East neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shockoe Bottom apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Raven Place | B1.1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| American Tobacco Center | ATC-C1 | 3BR,3BA | $2.04 |
| Main2525 | 1BR/1.5BA | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.87 |
| Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk III | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.89 |
| Consolidated | One Bedroom, One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Atrium Lofts at Cold Storage | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.77 |
| 2001 East | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.99 |
| Market Villas | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Poythress Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| American Cigar | One Bedroom, One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
Getting Around the Shockoe Bottom Neighborhood in Richmond, VA
Walk Score®
89 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
62 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
55 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shockoe Bottom Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Shockoe Bottom?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Shockoe Bottom is under $1,300.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Shockoe Bottom?
The cheapest apartment in Shockoe Bottom is 2001 East which is listed at $925, while the average apartment in Shockoe Bottom costs $2,049.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Shockoe Bottom?
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 69 regular apartments in Shockoe Bottom 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 Shockoe Bottom?
Cheap apartments in Shockoe Bottom have an average cost of $538 which is $1,511 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Shockoe Bottom.
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