Cheap Homes for Rent in Shockoe Bottom Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $1,300 (3 Rentals)

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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shockoe Bottom, VA

As of January 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shockoe Bottom area is the $0.98 price per square foot Canal 236 1 Bed Model at Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk - Canal I and Canal II in the in the Downtown Richmond neighborhood starting from $1,274. The second greatest value Shockoe Bottom apartment is the B1.1 Model at Raven Place starting at $1,730 with a $1.47 price per square foot in the Downtown Richmond neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shockoe Bottom apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk - Canal I and Canal IICanal 236 1 Bed1BR,1BA$0.98
Raven PlaceB1.12BR,2BA$1.47
ConsolidatedCO-F Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.65
Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk IIIOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.26
Old Stone RowOS B52BR,2BA$1.68
Market Villas2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 190162BR,1BA$1.71
American CigarAC-H One Bedroom, One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.68
The Dill BuildingSCenter-A111BR,1BA$1.52
Pohlig Box Factory ApartmentsPohlig - 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.68
Shockoe CenterSCenter-A111BR,1BA$1.56

Frequently Asked Questions about Shockoe Bottom

What type of rentals are currently available in Shockoe Bottom?

There are currently 123 Apartments for Rent in Shockoe Bottom, VA with pricing that ranges from $864 to $3,854. There are also 8 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Shockoe Bottom ranging from $1,300 to $3,085.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Shockoe Bottom?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Shockoe Bottom ranges from $1,300 to $3,085 with an average monthly rent of $2,069.

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