
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southern Barton Heights Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $300 (198 Rentals)
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Legacy at Imperial Village

Bloom Apartments II

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1204 N 20th St, Unit Apt 2

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1204 N 20th St, Unit Apt 1

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American Tobacco Collection

2603 5th Ave, Unit 6

Eagle Mill Lofts

1106 West Franklin St

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The Hill Building

Mortons Apartments

1019 W Leigh St

2104 Phaup St, Unit D

1017 W Leigh St

Van de Vyver

Jefferson Townhouses

2508 North Ave

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The Masonry Apartments

Flats at 25th

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Towers on Franklin

Green Park Apartments

927 N 20th St

The Berkshire

1123-25-27 West Grace Street

Flats at 14th

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Townsend Square

The Mezzo Lofts
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3013 2nd Ave, Unit B

3012 Chamberlayne Ave, Unit 101

The Edison

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Residences at the John Marshall

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2400 Barton Ave

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Victory at Edgewood

1209 Wallace St

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The Concord Northside

The Oliver

The Biggs Building

1901-1915 Whitcomb

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Southern Barton Heights, Richmond, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southern Barton Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Barton Heights Studio Apartments | $1,490 | $835 | $4,805 |
| Southern Barton Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,640 | $700 | $5,223 |
| Southern Barton Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,059 | $899 | $7,736 |
| Southern Barton Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,093 | $779 | $5,381 |
| Southern Barton Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,118 | $729 | $3,680 |
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Cheapest Available Southern Barton Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southern Barton Heights area of Richmond, VA is a Studio unit found at Legacy at Imperial Village priced from $835. Bloom Apartments II has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $849. Here are the most affordable Southern Barton Heights apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Legacy at Imperial Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $835 |
| Bloom Apartments II | 1Bed/1Bath: 463 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
| American Tobacco Collection | Dill-A1 | 1BR,1BA | $890 |
| Highland Terrace Apartments | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $946 |
| Eagle Mill Lofts | 2bed 2bth | 2BR,2BA | $950 |
| The Hill Building | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Mortons Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Van de Vyver | The Reserve | Studio,1BA | $998 |
| Jefferson Townhouses | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southern Barton Heights, VA
As of April 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southern Barton Heights area is the $0.66 price per square foot 2509 Seminary Ave Model at 2509 Seminary Ave, Unit # B in the in the Bellevue neighborhood starting from $1,475. The second greatest value Southern Barton Heights apartment is the 4x2 - Priced Per Bedroom Model at Marshall Park starting at $800 with a $0.54 price per square foot in the Downtown Richmond neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southern Barton Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2509 Seminary Ave, Unit # B | 2509 Seminary Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.66 |
| Marshall Park | 4x2 - Priced Per Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $0.54 |
| Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk - Canal I and Canal II | Canal 236 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| 110 E Cary St | 2 Beds 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Broadway Apartments | Two Bed Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Townsend Square | Townhomes starting at $1080.00- Now Accepting A... | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| 210 E Grace St | 2 Bed/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk III | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Mortons Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| 1527 Mechanicsville Tpke | 1527 Mechanicsville Tpke | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthern Barton Heights, Richmond, VA
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Southern Barton Heights, Richmond, VA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southern Barton Heights Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Southern Barton Heights?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Southern Barton Heights is at Legacy at Imperial Village listed at $835.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southern Barton Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southern Barton Heights Apartment is $849 at Bloom Apartments II.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southern Barton Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southern Barton Heights is starting from $946 at Highland Terrace Apartments.
What is the most affordable Southern Barton Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Southern Barton Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Parc View at Commonwealth and starts from $1,250.
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A Local Experts Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Richmond, VA
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