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2001 East
2001 E Broad StRichmond, VA 23223
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Jefferson Townhouses
1951 Venable StRichmond, VA 23223
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1903 E Marshall StRichmond, VA 23223
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The Corner Lofts - 1321 E. Main St.
1323 1/2 E Main StRichmond, VA 23219
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Upper Shockoe Valley, Richmond, VA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Upper Shockoe Valley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Shockoe Valley Studio Apartments | $1,186 | $829 | $1,450 |
| Upper Shockoe Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,529 | $925 | $2,767 |
| Upper Shockoe Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,698 | $1,177 | $3,243 |
| Upper Shockoe Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,828 | $1,395 | $2,072 |
| Upper Shockoe Valley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,620 | $1,620 | $1,620 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Upper Shockoe Valley Neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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Cheapest Available Upper Shockoe Valley Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Upper Shockoe Valley area of Richmond, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Jefferson Townhouses priced from $1,000. Cedar Broad has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,045. Here are the most affordable Upper Shockoe Valley apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Townhouses | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Cedar Broad | A2b | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Attain Shockoe | Capitol | Studio,1BA | $1,102 |
| The Oliver | The Wonderland | 2BR,2BA | $1,177 |
| The Corner Lofts - 1321 E. Main St. | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Upper Shockoe Valley, VA
As of July 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Upper Shockoe Valley area is the $1.78 price per square foot James Lofts Model at The Watkins at Shockoe in the in the Downtown Richmond neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Upper Shockoe Valley apartment is the 1BR/1.0BA Model at 1710 East Franklin Street starting at $1,310 with a $1.03 price per square foot in the Downtown Richmond neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Upper Shockoe Valley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Watkins at Shockoe | James Lofts | 2BR,2BA | $1.78 |
| 1710 East Franklin Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Raven Place | B1.1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| 2001 East | B6 | 2BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| Exchange Place | Exchange Place Unit 207 | 2BR,2BA | $1.97 |
| Atrium Lofts at Cold Storage | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.05 |
| The Corner Lofts - 1321 E. Main St. | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Jefferson Townhouses | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Cedar Broad | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| The Oliver | The Virginia | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleUpper Shockoe Valley, Richmond, VA
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Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Upper Shockoe Valley Neighborhood in Richmond, VA
Walk Score®
79 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
52 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
59 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Upper Shockoe Valley Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Upper Shockoe Valley?
The cheapest apartment in Upper Shockoe Valley is Jefferson Townhouses which is listed at $1,000, while the average apartment in Upper Shockoe Valley costs $1,981.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Upper Shockoe Valley?
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 53 regular apartments in Upper Shockoe Valley that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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