
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Upper Shockoe Valley Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $700 (26 Rentals)
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Raven Place

The Attain

Shockoe Valley View

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The Watkins at Shockoe

Atrium Lofts at Cold Storage

1710 Lofts

The Oliver

209 N 19th St, Unit 31
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The Bakery

2001 East

Cedar Broad

Shockoe Commons

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The Lofts at Franklin

213-215 N 18th St

The Buggy Factory

Exchange Place

10 Walnut Alley

219 N 19th St
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209 N 19th St

The Lofts at Shockoe Slip
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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 | $1,381 | $1,161 | $1,827 |
| Upper Shockoe Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,403 | $1,000 | $2,508 |
| Upper Shockoe Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,673 | $1,225 | $3,203 |
| Upper Shockoe Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,699 | $1,395 | $2,049 |
| Upper Shockoe Valley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,620 | $1,620 | $1,620 |
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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 Raven Place priced from $1,149. The Attain has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here are the most affordable Upper Shockoe Valley apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raven Place | A.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
| The Attain | Bellevue | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Jefferson Townhouses | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Flats at 14th | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 67788 | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| The Hill Building | 1BD/1BA - Two Story Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| The Watkins at Shockoe | The Watkins - Shiplock (One Bedroom) | 1BR,1BA | $1,310 |
| Shockoe Valley View | 1X1.2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,324 |
| Atrium Lofts at Cold Storage | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,344 |
| 10 Walnut Alley | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 67507 | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
| 1710 Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 72221 | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Upper Shockoe Valley, VA
As of July 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Upper Shockoe Valley area is the $1.77 price per square foot 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 72221 Model at 1710 Lofts in the in the Downtown Richmond neighborhood starting from $1,475. The second greatest value Upper Shockoe Valley apartment is the One Bedroom Model at Atrium Lofts at Cold Storage starting at $1,344 with a $1.73 price per square foot in the East 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1710 Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 72221 | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Atrium Lofts at Cold Storage | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Jefferson Townhouses | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| 10 Walnut Alley | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 67507 | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| The Bakery | Brioche | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| The Watkins at Shockoe | The Watkins - Belle (Studio) | Studio ,1BA | $2.12 |
| Raven Place | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| The Hill Building | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Flats at 14th | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 67789 | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| The Attain | Pocahontas | Studio ,1BA | $3.12 |
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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 Raven Place which is listed at $1,149, while the average apartment in Upper Shockoe Valley costs $1,687.
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 35 regular apartments in Upper Shockoe Valley 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 Upper Shockoe Valley?
Cheap apartments in Upper Shockoe Valley have an average cost of $1,103 which is $584 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Upper Shockoe Valley.
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