Cheap Homes for Rent in VCU Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $800 (15 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the VCU area of Richmond.

property at 100 W Marshall St

$850

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$850

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3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Now

100 W Marshall St

RichmondVA23220

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property at 301 Goshen St

$1,325 - $1,395

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$1,325

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$1,325

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Aug 1

301 Goshen St

RichmondVA23220
property at 9 S Brunswick St

$1,350

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$1,350

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$1,350

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jun 10

9 S Brunswick St

RichmondVA23220

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property at 516 N 3rd St

$1,550

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$1,550

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$1,550

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Now

516 N 3rd St

RichmondVA23219
property at 1333 W Broad St

$1,675

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$1,675

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$1,675

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Now

1333 W Broad St

RichmondVA23220
property at 413 S Laurel St

$1,680

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$1,680

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$1,680

3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

Available Apr 20

413 S Laurel St

RichmondVA23220

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Cheapest Available VCU Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the VCU area of Richmond, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Mortons Apartments priced from $995. Van de Vyver has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $998. Here are the most affordable VCU apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mortons Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$995
Van de VyverThe ReserveStudio,1BA$998
Eagle Mill Lofts1 bed 1bth1BR,1BA$1,000
Towers on FranklinHarrisonStudio,1BA$1,035
The Stables1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,055

Best Value Apartments for Rent in VCU, VA

As of March 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the VCU area is the $0.54 price per square foot 4x2 - Priced Per Bedroom Model at Marshall Park in the in the Downtown Richmond neighborhood starting from $800. The second greatest value VCU apartment is the Clay Model at The Berkshire starting at $1,592 with a $1.33 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Marshall Park4x2 - Priced Per Bedroom4BR,2BA$0.54
The BerkshireClay1BR,1BA$1.33
110 E Cary St2 Beds 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.26
Broadway ApartmentsTwo Bed Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.37
209 E Main StUnit 208A2BR,1BA$1.36
Mortons Apartments1BR/1.5BA1BR,1.5BA$1.46
1510 W. Broad Street2 Bedroom / 2 Bath - 771sqft2BR,2BA$1.26
Marshall Street Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bath - 632sqft1BR,1BA$1.23
Miller and Rhoads Residences1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.59
Shockoe CollectionB3 - 2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.39

Frequently Asked Questions about VCU

What type of rentals are currently available in VCU?

There are currently 395 Apartments for Rent in VCU, VA with pricing that ranges from $689 to $3,800. There are also 57 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in VCU ranging from $850 to $3,950.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in VCU?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in VCU ranges from $850 to $3,950 with an average monthly rent of $2,322.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in VCU?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in VCU range from $759 to $3,800, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $850 to $3,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $689.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Helpful Local Expert Guides

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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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Richmond isn't always thought of as a college town, but there are actually several major colleges and universities here. One thing Richmond does get credit for—and rightfully so—is being a very neighborhood-friendly city.

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Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.