
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Uptown Richmond Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $800 (24 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Uptown Richmond area of Richmond.


1903 Grayland Ave

22 S Robinson St

Coliseum Lofts

The 1805

1510 W Broad St - Residential

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1837 Grayland Ave
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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 | $1,362 | $995 | $1,635 |
| Uptown Richmond 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,660 | $1,000 | $2,000 |
| Uptown Richmond 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,873 | $995 | $2,490 |
| Uptown Richmond 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,580 | $1,775 | $4,050 |
| Uptown Richmond 4 Bedroom Apartments | $952 | $820 | $999 |
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There are currently 24 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 4 Beds unit found at Liberty Circle Apartments priced from $820. Eagle Mill Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable Uptown Richmond apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty Circle Apartments | THE HIGHLAND FLOOR PLAN - BEDROOM II | 4BR,2BA | $820 |
| Eagle Mill Lofts | 1 bed 1bth | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Coliseum Lofts | E2.1 | Studio,1BA | $1,190 |
| South Arthur | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| 1510 W Broad St - Residential | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown Richmond, VA
As of November 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Uptown Richmond area is the $2.20 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at 301 S Arthur Ashe Boulevard in the in the Far West neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value Uptown Richmond apartment is the 3bed 3bth Model at Eagle Mill Lofts starting at $1,700 with a $1.44 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 301 S Arthur Ashe Boulevard | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.20 |
| Eagle Mill Lofts | 3bed 3bth | 3BR,3BA | $1.44 |
| Iron House Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.72 |
| Chesterfield Apartments | THE MULBERRY FLOOR PLAN | 3BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| 1322 W Broad St | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath - 19098 | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| Coliseum Lofts | C3 | 3BR,3BA | $1.97 |
| 7 N Arthur Ashe Blvd, Unit Apt #9 | 7 N Arthur Ashe Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| South Arthur | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| 1510 W Broad St - Residential | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.75 |
| LIV Lakeview | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2.13 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleUptown Richmond, Richmond, VA
Ranked #161
Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Uptown Richmond Neighborhood in Richmond, VA
Walk Score®
93 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
81 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
45 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Uptown Richmond Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Uptown Richmond?
The cheapest apartment in Uptown Richmond is Eagle Mill Lofts which is listed at $1,000, while the average apartment in Uptown Richmond costs $2,099.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Uptown Richmond?
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 12 regular apartments in Uptown Richmond 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 Uptown Richmond?
Cheap apartments in Uptown Richmond have an average cost of $623 which is $1,476 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Uptown Richmond.
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