Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University of Richmond Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $800 (17 Rentals)

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The Cloisters
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Cloisters

9007 Cloisters ERichmond, VA 23229
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Camelot Townhomes
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Camelot Townhomes

231 Camelot CirRichmond, VA 23229
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Landmark at Gayton
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Landmark at Gayton

9016 Patterson AveRichmond, VA 23229
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Cheapest Available University of Richmond Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University of Richmond area of Richmond, VA is a Studio unit found at Three Chopt West Apartments priced from $1,049. Gateway Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable University of Richmond apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Three Chopt West ApartmentsVintage & FreemanStudio,1BA$1,049
Gateway ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,050
Staples Mill TownhomesThe Yarmouth1BR,1BA$1,236
Tuckahoe Creek ApartmentsThe Dogwood1BR,1BA$1,281
Park West EndThe Valentine1BR,1BA$1,287

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University of Richmond, VA

As of June 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the University of Richmond area is the $2.13 price per square foot The Addington Model at The Estates at Horsepen in the in the Far West neighborhood starting from $1,761. The second greatest value University of Richmond apartment is the Cascade Model at James River at Stony Point starting at $1,716 with a $2.09 price per square foot in the Huguenot neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University of Richmond apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Estates at HorsepenThe Addington1BR,1.5BA$2.13
James River at Stony PointCascade1BR,1BA$2.09
Landmark at PattersonThe Jamestown2BR,1BA$1.86
Staples Mill TownhomesThe Yarmouth1BR,1BA$1.58
Tuckahoe Creek ApartmentsThe Dogwood1BR,1BA$1.77
The Rise at RegencyA31BR,1BA$2.15
The Village at HorsepenBrighton1BR,1BA$3.24
Park West EndThe Maymont1BR,1BA$2.54
Three Chopt West ApartmentsVintage & FreemanStudio ,1BA$2.28
Gateway ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio ,1BA$2.63

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University Of Richmond, Richmond, VA

Ranked #154

Among neighborhoods in Richmond, VA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the University of Richmond Neighborhood in Richmond, VA

Walk Score®

31 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

38 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

22 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University of Richmond Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in University of Richmond?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in University of Richmond is at Three Chopt West Apartments listed at $1,049.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom University of Richmond Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University of Richmond Apartment is $1,080 at Three Chopt West Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom University of Richmond Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in University of Richmond is starting from $1,294 at Staples Mill Townhomes.

What is the most affordable University of Richmond Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap University of Richmond Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Rise at Regency and starts from $2,394.

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