
Studio Apartments for Rent in the VCU Neighborhood of Richmond, VA (136 Rentals)


Mutual on Main Apartments

Residences at Richmond Trust

Coliseum Lofts

Cary Belvidere Apartments

Residences at the John Marshall

The Penny at Jackson Ward

Centennial Terrace

First National Apartments

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Harper's Flats

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Marshall Park

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Towers on Franklin

The Edgar at Linden Row

715-719 Bowe St

24 E Broad St

813-825 Bowe St

4 E Main St

1810 Monument Ave

1723 Hanover Ave

11 S Rowland St
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1531-1539 West Ave

2217 Monument Ave

1102-1104 Oak St

Walkers Row

Cary and Belvidere

316 Brook Rd

1829 W Main St

1208 W Franklin St

822 W Broad St

916 W Grace St
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1420-1430 W Cary St

1842 Monument Ave

200 W. Franklin Street

411 Smith St

318 W Broad St

2219 W Grace St

18 W Broad St

New Clay House

1831 Monument Ave
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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 | $1,240 | $850 | $1,711 |
| VCU 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,448 | $995 | $2,300 |
| VCU 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,794 | $879 | $3,400 |
| VCU 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,917 | $759 | $3,800 |
| VCU 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,078 | $669 | $4,800 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 136 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the VCU Neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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Largest Available VCU Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in the VCU area of Richmond, VA is found at First National Apartments and is listed at 663 square feet priced from $1,494. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| First National Apartments | Chrysler | 663 Sq Ft | $1,494 |
| Van de Vyver | The Reserve | 559 Sq Ft | $998 |
| The Penny at Jackson Ward | The Lena (L-A1) | 491 Sq Ft | $1,141 |
| Mutual on Main Apartments | The Augusta | 484 Sq Ft | $1,427 |
| Residences at Richmond Trust | Clay | 481 Sq Ft | $1,622 |
| Towers on Franklin | Rodney | 480 Sq Ft | $949 |
| Coliseum Lofts | E1 | 463 Sq Ft | $1,092 |
| Cary Belvidere Apartments | Studio | 438 Sq Ft | $1,335 |
| Landmark at Marshall Broad | The Franklin | 324 Sq Ft | $1,206 |
Cheapest Available VCU Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit VCU of Richmond, VA is the Harrison Model starting from $850 at Towers on Franklin. The average price for all Studio apartments in VCU is currently $1,240. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Towers on Franklin | Harrison | $850 |
| Van de Vyver | The Reserve | $998 |
| Coliseum Lofts | E1 | $1,092 |
| The Penny at Jackson Ward | The Lena (L-A1) | $1,153 |
| Landmark at Marshall Broad | The Franklin | $1,206 |
| Residences at Richmond Trust | Ellwood | $1,281 |
| Cary Belvidere Apartments | Studio | $1,335 |
| Mutual on Main Apartments | The Augusta | $1,427 |
| First National Apartments | Chrysler | $1,494 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Studio VCU Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in VCU with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in VCU is at Towers on Franklin listed at $850.
How much is the average rent for a Studio VCU Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in VCU is $1,240.
What is the largest available Studio VCU Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in VCU is a 663 square feet unit starting from $1,494 at First National Apartments.
What is the average size for VCU Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in VCU is currently 438 sq ft.
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