
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the The Diamond Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $1,000 (34 Rentals)
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Southern Stove Lofts

608 N Arthur Ashe Blvd, Unit 11

The Collection of Historic Richmond

Courtyard Lofts

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The Cooperage

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Todd Lofts

Soda Flats
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The Ace

1 Scott's Addition

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Otis

The Scout Scotts Addition

The Summit at Scotts Addition

The Westbrook Apartments at Brewers Row

NOVEL Scott's Addition by Crescent Communities

2709 W Broad St
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INK at Scott's Collection

SYMBOL Scotts Addition

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GEM at Scott's Collection

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VIV at Scott's Collection

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Chasen

2820 Monument Ave

2828 Monument Ave

2713 W Grace St
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The Altamont

Julians

Osprey Lofts

2802 Park Ave

The Lofts at 1723

2812 Monument Ave

2806 Monument Ave
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The Diamond, Richmond, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in The Diamond?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Diamond Studio Apartments | $1,730 | $1,275 | $2,492 |
| The Diamond 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,025 | $1,295 | $8,342 |
| The Diamond 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,869 | $1,275 | $10,000+ |
| The Diamond 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,593 | $2,014 | $3,726 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 34 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the The Diamond Neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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Cheapest Available The Diamond Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the The Diamond area of Richmond, VA is a Studio unit found at Cookie Factory Lofts priced from $1,199. Todd Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,431. Here are the most affordable The Diamond apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cookie Factory Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,199 |
| Todd Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,431 |
| The Collection of Historic Richmond | B4 & B5 | 2BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Soda Flats | Vintage Fizz | 1BR,1BA | $1,490 |
| The Ace | S1.1 | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| Southern Stove Lofts | 2bed 2bth w/ Den | 2BR,2BA | $1,500 |
| The Scout Scotts Addition | *The 1908 - Income Restricted* | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| Courtyard Lofts | Marshall | 1BR,1BA | $1,555 |
| The Summit at Scotts Addition | The Chalet | 1BR,1BA | $1,575 |
| The Cooperage | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom: Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1,649 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Diamond, VA
As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the The Diamond area is the $2.16 price per square foot 3bed 2bth Model at Southern Stove Lofts in the in the Near West neighborhood starting from $2,125. The second greatest value The Diamond apartment is the C2 Model at The Altamont starting at $1,810 with a $1.91 price per square foot in the Bellevue neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for The Diamond apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Stove Lofts | 3bed 2bth | 3BR,2BA | $2.16 |
| The Altamont | C2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.91 |
| Courtyard Lofts | Marshall | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Cookie Factory Lofts | 2 Bed/ 2 Bath Loft | 2BR,2BA | $2.09 |
| The Collection of Historic Richmond | B1, B2 & B3 | 2BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| SYMBOL Scotts Addition | The Signature | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.33 |
| The Cooperage | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom: Loft | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| 1 Scott's Addition | Summit One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| VIV at Scott's Collection | Glean | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
| Todd Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap The Diamond Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in The Diamond?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in The Diamond is under $1,649.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in The Diamond?
The cheapest apartment in The Diamond is Cookie Factory Lofts which is listed at $1,250, while the average apartment in The Diamond costs $2,978.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in The Diamond?
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 33 regular apartments in The Diamond that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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