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Chesterfield Apartments
900 W Franklin StRichmond, VA 23220
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Towers on Franklin
104 W Franklin StRichmond, VA 23220
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Eagle Mill Lofts
1418 W Marshall StRichmond, VA 23220
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The Edison Apartments
700 E Franklin StRichmond, VA 23219
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206-212 E Grace StRichmond, VA 23219
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Van de Vyver
713 N 1st StRichmond, VA 23219
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The Foundry Apartments
946 Sledd StRichmond, VA 23220
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111-117 W Marshall StRichmond, VA 23220
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1335-1387 W Broad StRichmond, VA 23220
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1309 W Broad StRichmond, VA 23220
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1318-1320 W Broad StRichmond, VA 23220
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17 W Broad StRichmond, VA 23220
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The Biggs Building
900 W Marshall StRichmond, VA 23220
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1011 W Marshall StRichmond, VA 23220
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116 N 3rd StRichmond, VA 23219
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1510 W Broad StRichmond, VA 23220
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401 W Grace StRichmond, VA 23220
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101 N 5th StRichmond, VA 23219
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VCU, Richmond, VA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in VCU?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| VCU Studio Apartments | $1,154 | $850 | $2,489 |
| VCU 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,470 | $1,013 | $3,660 |
| VCU 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,895 | $799 | $6,982 |
| VCU 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,020 | $699 | $4,050 |
| VCU 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,115 | $599 | $3,000 |
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Cheapest Available VCU Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the VCU area of Richmond, VA is a 3 Beds unit found at Chesterfield Apartments priced from $845. Eagle Mill Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable VCU apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chesterfield Apartments | THE LINDEN FLOOR PLAN - SUITE III | 3BR,1BA | $845 |
| Eagle Mill Lofts | 2bed 1bth | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| District Square Apartments | 1Bd1Ba--590 | 1BR,1BA | $1,027 |
| Towers on Franklin | Cary | 1BR,1BA | $1,092 |
| The Edison Apartments | SXF | Studio,1BA | $1,105 |
| T and E Apartments | 0 Bed 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,130 |
| Parc View at Commonwealth | D5 - Penthouse | 4BR,4BA | $1,145 |
| Revival Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
| The Concord Northside | The Miller | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Van de Vyver | The Tribute | 1BR,1BA | $1,155 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in VCU, VA
As of June 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the VCU area is the $1.63 price per square foot 1714 W Cary St Model at 1714 W Cary St, Unit 4 in the in the Near West neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value VCU apartment is the 4x2 - Priced Per Bedroom Model at Marshall Park starting at $750 with a $0.51 price per square foot in the Downtown Richmond neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for VCU apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 1714 W Cary St, Unit 4 | 1714 W Cary St | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.63 |
| Marshall Park | 4x2 - Priced Per Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $0.51 |
| Park Plaza @ Belvidere | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| 1706 Floyd Ave, Unit B | 1706 Floyd Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Miller and Rhoads Residences | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| The Berkshire | Park | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Broadway Apartments | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| 1510 W Broad St - Residential | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| Revival Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| 209 E Main St | unit 212 2A | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap VCU Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in VCU?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in VCU is under $1,155.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in VCU?
The cheapest apartment in VCU is District Square Apartments which is listed at $1,027, while the average apartment in VCU costs $2,150.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in VCU?
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 85 regular apartments in VCU 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 VCU?
Cheap apartments in VCU have an average cost of $480 which is $1,670 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in VCU.
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