
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Uptown Richmond Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $600 (70 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Uptown Richmond area of Richmond.


Eagle Mill Lofts

1106 West Franklin St

1411 Grove Avenue

1123-25-27 West Grace Street

1903 Grayland Ave

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Coliseum Lofts

1209 Wallace St

Iron House Apartments

517 N Harrison St
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22 S Robinson St

9 S Brunswick St

8 S Granby St

The 1805

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The Carousel

1510 W. Broad Street

1104 S Lombardy St

111 N Arthur Ashe Blvd

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Circ Apartments

10 S Randolph St
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2207 W Grace St, Unit Apt C

LIV Lakeview

1322 W Broad St

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1815 W Grace St, Unit Apt 2

2627 Floyd Ave

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112 N Arthur Ashe Blvd, Unit 1A, Unit 1A

2625 Floyd Ave

102 N Lombardy St

1333 W Broad St, Unit 510, Unit 510

613 N Lombardy St, Unit 203
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1144 W Grace St

10 N Harrison St

1333 W Broad St, Unit 514

805W Lofts

3001 W Cary St

The Guild

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The Square

223 S Cherry St, Unit 1C

1601 W Cary St

1527 Grove Ave
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2700 Idlewood Ave

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Cornish Brewery Apartments

Eagle Mill Towers

408-410 Dobson St

The Villas At Granby

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Pine Court I

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The Parkwood
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Uptown Richmond, Richmond, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Uptown Richmond?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uptown Richmond Studio Apartments | $1,013 | $655 | $1,580 |
| Uptown Richmond 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,450 | $820 | $2,050 |
| Uptown Richmond 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,829 | $930 | $3,400 |
| Uptown Richmond 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,299 | $810 | $3,800 |
| Uptown Richmond 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,556 | $890 | $3,680 |
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There are currently 70 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Uptown Richmond Neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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Cheapest Available Uptown Richmond Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Uptown Richmond area of Richmond, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at Eagle Mill Lofts priced from $950. Iron House Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,158. Here are the most affordable Uptown Richmond apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eagle Mill Lofts | 2bed 2bth | 2BR,2BA | $950 |
| Iron House Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,158 |
| 1005 Grove Ave Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Pierce Arrow Properties | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,355 |
| Circ Apartments | The Grace | 1BR,1BA | $1,459 |
| The Carousel | Prancer | 1BR,1BA | $1,476 |
| LIV Lakeview | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Coliseum Lofts | B5.1 | 2BR,2BA | $1,511 |
| 805W Lofts | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| The Guild | The Smith | 1BR,1BA | $1,790 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown Richmond, VA
As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Uptown Richmond area is the $2.61 price per square foot C Model at Coliseum Lofts in the in the Near West neighborhood starting from $2,825. The second greatest value Uptown Richmond apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at LIV Lakeview starting at $1,500 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Near West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Uptown Richmond apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coliseum Lofts | C | 3BR,3BA | $2.61 |
| LIV Lakeview | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| The Guild | The Smith | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| Iron House Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| 1005 Grove Ave Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| The Carousel | Prancer | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| Circ Apartments | The Grace | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| Chesterfield Apartments | THE PLEASANT FLOOR PLAN - SUITE II | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Eagle Mill Lofts | Studios | Studio ,1BA | $2.04 |
| Liberty Circle Apartments | THE MONUMENT FLOOR PLAN - SUITE II | 5BR,3BA | $2.73 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleUptown Richmond, Richmond, VA
Ranked #140
Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Uptown Richmond Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Uptown Richmond?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Uptown Richmond is at Eagle Mill Lofts listed at $1,000.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Uptown Richmond Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Uptown Richmond Apartment is $950 at Eagle Mill Lofts.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Uptown Richmond Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Uptown Richmond is starting from $950 at Eagle Mill Lofts.
What is the most affordable Uptown Richmond Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Uptown Richmond Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Eagle Mill Lofts and starts from $1,695.
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A Local Experts Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Richmond, VA
Written by: Richard Corrigan
Richmond is rightly considered one of the best places to live on the East Coast. We love Richmond’s rich history, phenomenal culinary scene, unique art and culture, and its next-level parks and green spaces.

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