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2231 Chalfont DrRichmond, VA 23224
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3850 Guilder LnRichmond, VA 23234
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1903 Hopkins RdRichmond, VA 23224
6434 Elkhardt Rd
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402 Westover Hills BlvdRichmond, VA 23225
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3615 Stockton St
3615 Stockton StRichmond, VA 23224
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Residence at Brookside
6540 Greenbank RdRichmond, VA 23225
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James River Pointe
435 German School RdRichmond, VA 23225
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401 Norcroft CirRichmond, VA 23225
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3900 Forest Hill AveRichmond, VA 23225
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Woodbriar Apartments
621 Warwick Village DrRichmond, VA 23224
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801 Holly Springs AveRichmond, VA 23224
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205 W Roanoke StRichmond, VA 23225
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2720 Hopkins RdRichmond, VA 23234
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Chesterfield Flats
6300 Pewter AveRichmond, VA 23224
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3238 Broad Rock BlvdRichmond, VA 23224
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3202-3206 Midlothian TpkeRichmond, VA 23224
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700 West 44
4500 Bassett AveRichmond, VA 23225
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4824 Walmsley BlvdRichmond, VA 23224
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Rock Creek
2830 Broad Rock BlvdRichmond, VA 23224
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Meadow Creek Apartments
5316 Hull Street RdRichmond, VA 23224
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Ashley Park Apartments
6901 Marlowe RdRichmond, VA 23225
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5400 Hull Street RdRichmond, VA 23224
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901 Saint Johns Wood DrRichmond, VA 23225
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Ashton Square Apartments
603-A Westover Hills BlvdRichmond, VA 23225
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCloverleaf Lake Townhouse Apartments
6925 Starview CtRichmond, VA 23225
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Southwood Apartments
1200 Southwood PkyRichmond, VA 23224
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Manchester Lake Townhomes
2208 Mandalay DrRichmond, VA 23224
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6839 Carnation StRichmond, VA 23225
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2200 A Chateau DrRichmond, VA 23224
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1090 German School RdRichmond, VA 23225
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Cross Creek Apartments
7660 Van Hoy DrRichmond, VA 23235
222 W 31st St
RichmondVA23225
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6701 Carnation StRichmond, VA 23225
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6901 Carnation StRichmond, VA 23225
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Westover Hills Townhomes
600 Westover Hills BlvdRichmond, VA 23225
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5000-5006 Snead RdRichmond, VA 23224
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3430-3456 Maury StRichmond, VA 23224
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Kingswood Cove
6424 Elkhardt RdRichmond, VA 23225
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Linden At Forest Hill
4000 Dunston AveRichmond, VA 23225
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161 Hioaks RdRichmond, VA 23225
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310 W 31st StreetRichmond, VA 23225
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475 Hioaks RdRichmond, VA 23225
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Forest Creek SR
3501 Forest Haven DrRichmond, VA 23234
113 E 35th St
RichmondVA23224
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Birchwood at Boulders Apartments
725 Boulder Springs DrRichmond, VA 23225
3300 Midlothian Turnpike
RichmondVA23224
2709 Pauls Ln
RichmondVA23224
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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 | $788 | $715 | $819 |
| Swanson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,536 | $825 | $2,489 |
| Swanson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,606 | $1,005 | $3,082 |
| Swanson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,028 | $1,349 | $3,740 |
| Swanson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,950 | $1,950 | $1,950 |
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There are currently 53 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Swanson Neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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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 404 Rivertowne Apartment Homes priced from $975. Kingswood Cove has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable Swanson apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| 404 Rivertowne Apartment Homes | Lexington | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Kingswood Cove | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Residence at Brookside | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,008 |
| Park Vue | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1,084 |
| James River Pointe | 2 Bed/1 Bath- Phase 1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Deering Manor | Chestnut (Classic) | 2BR,1BA | $1,140 |
| Brookmont | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,149 |
| Forest Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 67738 | 2BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| The Cascade at Foundry Creek | 1/1 Vista | 1BR,1BA | $1,208 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Swanson, VA
As of August 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Swanson area is the $1.52 price per square foot 2 BR Model at Cloverleaf Lake Townhouse Apartments in the in the Midlothian neighborhood starting from $1,615. The second greatest value Swanson apartment is the Berkshire Model at Ashton Square Apartments starting at $1,575 with a $1.51 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cloverleaf Lake Townhouse Apartments | 2 BR | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.52 |
| Ashton Square Apartments | Berkshire | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.51 |
| Urbana at Hioaks | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| The Arbors at Hull Street Senior Apartments | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Alexander at 1090 | Humboldt | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| Chesterfield Flats | B2P | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| James River Pointe | 2 Bed/1 Bath- Phase 3 | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Brookmont | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Park Vue | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Forest Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 67289 | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Swanson Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Swanson?
The cheapest apartment in Swanson is 404 Rivertowne Apartment Homes which is listed at $975, while the average apartment in Swanson costs $1,460.
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 55 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 $341 which is $1,119 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Swanson.
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