
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Swanson Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $700 (44 Rentals)
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Townhouses Of Chesterfield

Kingly Ones and Briarwood Court Apartments

206 E 37th St

Norcroft Townhomes-55 and older

Residence at Brookside

404 Rivertowne Apartment Homes

Ashton Square Apartments

206 E 37th St

Park at Forest Hill

Linden at Forest Hill

Chesterfield Flats

Meadow Creek Apartments

James River Pointe

2604 Wayside Dr

2604 Wayside Dr

St. John's Wood

Rock Creek

Urbana at Hioaks

2644 Wayside Dr

Ashley Park

Forest Square Apartments

The Arbors at Hull Street Senior Apartments

Cross Creek Apartments

2915 Hull St

Southwood Apartments

Manchester Lake Townhomes

Cloverleaf Lake Townhouse Apartments

The Point at Beaufont

7118 Pony Cart Dr
Swanson, Richmond, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Swanson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swanson Studio Apartments | $791 | $715 | $809 |
| Swanson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,485 | $825 | $2,285 |
| Swanson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,637 | $920 | $2,930 |
| Swanson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,055 | $1,324 | $3,600 |
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Cheapest Available Swanson Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Swanson area of Richmond, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Kingly Ones and Briarwood Court Apartments priced from $825. Ashton Square Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $975. Here are the most affordable Swanson apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingly Ones and Briarwood Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Ashton Square Apartments | Ashley | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Kingswood Cove | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Linden at Forest Hill | One Bedroom - A | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| 404 Rivertowne Apartment Homes | Byron | 1BR,1BA | $1,065 |
| Park at Forest Hill | Byrd | 1BR,1BA | $1,080 |
| Park Vue | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1,084 |
| Deering Manor | Chestnut | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Townhouses of Chesterfield II | Wood II | 2BR,1BA | $1,110 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Swanson, VA
As of October 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Swanson area is the $1.00 price per square foot Wood II Model at Townhouses of Chesterfield II in the in the Broad Rock neighborhood starting from $1,110. The second greatest value Swanson apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Urbana at Hioaks starting at $1,400 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the Midlothian neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Swanson apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Townhouses of Chesterfield II | Wood II | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.00 |
| Urbana at Hioaks | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| Reserve South | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Manchester Lake Townhomes | Mallard | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.42 |
| Chesterfield Flats | B2R - Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| James River Pointe | 2 Bed/1 Bath- Phase 1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Brookmont | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Park Vue | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| 3809 McGuire Dr, Unit B | 3809 McGuire Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Kingly Ones and Briarwood Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSwanson, Richmond, VA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Swanson Neighborhood in Richmond, VA
Walk Score®
50 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
44 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
31 / 100
Some Transit
A few 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 Swanson Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Swanson?
The cheapest apartment in Swanson is Kingly Ones and Briarwood Court Apartments which is listed at $825, while the average apartment in Swanson costs $1,675.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Swanson?
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 35 regular apartments in Swanson 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 Swanson?
Cheap apartments in Swanson have an average cost of $316 which is $1,359 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Swanson.
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