
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Swansboro West Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $500 (42 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Swansboro West area of Richmond.


Kingly Ones and Briarwood Court Apartments

Belle Summit

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3704 Chapel Dr, Unit B

Norcroft Townhomes-55 and older

Hopper Lofts

Woodbriar Apartments

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Villas at Cedarhurst
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Park at Forest Hill

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Park Vue

Forest Hill

1204 Hull Street- Bean Building

James River Pointe

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The Mill at Manchester Lofts

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2304 Riverside Dr

Lafayette Gardens

Hatcher Tobacco Flats

Heights at Brady Square

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1000 Porter St
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Swansboro West, Richmond, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Swansboro West?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swansboro West Studio Apartments | $1,286 | $715 | $2,036 |
| Swansboro West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,498 | $825 | $2,765 |
| Swansboro West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,692 | $1,005 | $3,795 |
| Swansboro West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,357 | $1,178 | $3,551 |
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There are currently 42 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Swansboro West Neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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Cheapest Available Swansboro West Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Swansboro West area of Richmond, VA is a Studio unit found at Townhouses of Chesterfield II priced from $809. Kingly Ones and Briarwood Court Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $825. Here are the most affordable Swansboro West apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Townhouses of Chesterfield II | Magnolia | Studio,1BA | $809 |
| Kingly Ones and Briarwood Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Hatcher Tobacco Flats | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $933 |
| Hopper Lofts | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,012 |
| Belle Summit | Rainer | 2BR,2BA | $1,020 |
| Woodbriar Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,041 |
| Villas at Cedarhurst | Studio 1 bath 531 sq. ft. | Studio,1BA | $1,053 |
| Park at Forest Hill | Byrd Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,055 |
| The Residences of Westover Hills | 1BR 1BA Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,080 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Swansboro West, VA
As of March 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Swansboro West area is the $1.27 price per square foot 3 Bed/1.5 Bath- Phase 1 Model at James River Pointe in the in the Midlothian neighborhood starting from $1,559. The second greatest value Swansboro West apartment is the 2 Bedroom / 2 Bath - 700sqft Model at Trolley Lofts starting at $1,325 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Old South neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Swansboro West apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| James River Pointe | 3 Bed/1.5 Bath- Phase 1 | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.27 |
| Trolley Lofts | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bath - 700sqft | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| The Gardens at Manchester | Two Bedroom Two Bath Large Premier | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| The Arbors at Hull Street Senior Apartments | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| City View Place | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
| Belle Summit | Rainer | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Forest Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 24213 | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Hatcher Tobacco Flats | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Kingly Ones and Briarwood Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 3704 Chapel Dr, Unit B | 3704 Chapel Dr | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Swansboro West Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Swansboro West?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Swansboro West is at Townhouses of Chesterfield II listed at $809.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Swansboro West Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Swansboro West Apartment is $825 at Kingly Ones and Briarwood Court Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Swansboro West Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Swansboro West is starting from $1,005 at Kingly Ones and Briarwood Court Apartments.
What is the most affordable Swansboro West Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Swansboro West Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Gardens at Manchester and starts from $1,495.
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