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Swanson, Richmond, VA Local Guide

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. 404 Rivertowne Apartment Homes 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Kingly Ones and Briarwood Court Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$825
404 Rivertowne Apartment HomesBrookline1BR,1BA$975
Ashton Square ApartmentsAshley1BR,1BA$975

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Swanson, VA

As of September 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Swanson area is the $1.46 price per square foot The Overlook Model at Birchwood at Boulders Apartments in the in the Midlothian neighborhood starting from $1,714. The second greatest value Swanson apartment is the Wood II Model at Townhouses of Chesterfield II starting at $1,250 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Broad Rock neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Swanson apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Birchwood at Boulders ApartmentsThe Overlook2BR,2BA$1.46
Townhouses of Chesterfield IIWood II2BR,1.5BA$1.13
Cloverleaf Lake Townhouse Apartments2 BR2BR,1.5BA$1.29
Townhouses Of ChesterfieldPine2BR,1.5BA$1.25
The Arbors at Hull Street Senior Apartments1X11BR,1BA$1.32
Chesterfield FlatsB12BR,1BA$1.41
Rock CreekPhase I Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.46
Brookmont2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.38
Kingly Ones and Briarwood Court Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.38
3704 Chapel Dr, Unit B3704 Chapel Dr1BR,1BA$1.49

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Swanson, Richmond, VA

Ranked #104

Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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3.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Swanson

What type of rentals are currently available in Swanson?

There are currently 87 Apartments for Rent in Swanson, VA with pricing that ranges from $715 to $3,755. There are also 30 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Swanson ranging from $800 to $2,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Swanson?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Swanson ranges from $800 to $2,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,563.

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