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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowBloom Apartments II
3207 Chamberlayne AveRichmond, VA 23227
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3 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityChesterfield Apartments
900 W Franklin StRichmond, VA 23220
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4 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 16Liberty Circle Apartments
1600 Monument AveRichmond, VA 23220
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3114 Barton Ave, Unit Apt B
3114 Barton AveRichmond, VA 23222
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 171106 West Franklin St
1106 Franklin StRichmond, VA 23220
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowVan de Vyver
713 N 1st StRichmond, VA 23219
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1130 W Grace St
1130 W Grace StRichmond, VA 23220
3310 Barton Ave
RichmondVA23222
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowEagle Mill Lofts
1418 W Marshall StRichmond, VA 23220
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2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability2400 Barton Ave
2400 Barton AveRichmond, VA 23222
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Foundry Apartments
946 Sledd StRichmond, VA 23220
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1 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityThe Concord Northside
710 W Fells StRichmond, VA 23222
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Biggs Building
900 W Marshall StRichmond, VA 23220
1608 Brookfield St
RichmondVA23222
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1603 Roane StRichmond, VA 23222
1607 Brookfield St
RichmondVA23222
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Iron House Apartments
1309 W Broad StRichmond, VA 23220
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Spectrum Apartments
2017 Brook RdRichmond, VA 23220
1605 Hickory St
RichmondVA23222
1610 Fendall Ave
RichmondVA23222
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowSouthern Stove Lofts
1215 Hermitage RdRichmond, VA 23220
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now1510 W. Broad Street
1510 W Broad StRichmond, VA 23220
104 Poe St
RichmondVA23222
417 Fritz St
RichmondVA23222
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Todd Lofts
1128 Hermitage RdRichmond, VA 23220
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2509 Seminary Ave, Unit # B
2509 Seminary AveRichmond, VA 23220
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 3The 1805
1805 Monument AveRichmond, VA 23220
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2207 W Grace St, Unit Apt C
2207 W Grace StRichmond, VA 23220
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Sphere
2005 Brook RdRichmond, VA 23220
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Coliseum Lofts
1335-1387 W Broad StRichmond, VA 23220
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RichmondVA23222
1005 W Franklin St
RichmondVA23220
511 Ryland St
RichmondVA23220
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The Cooperage
1650 Overbrook RdRichmond, VA 23220
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Westbrook Apartments at Brewers Row
1601 Overbrook RdRichmond, VA 23220
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2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability1322 W Broad St
1322 W Broad StRichmond, VA 23220
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 11123-25-27 West Grace Street
1123-1127 W Grace StRichmond, VA 23220
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T and E Apartments
1011 W Marshall StRichmond, VA 23220
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowNOVEL Scott's Addition by Crescent Communities
2902 N Arthur Ashe BlvdRichmond, VA 23230
808 Norton St
RichmondVA23220
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Circ Apartments
1137 W Grace StRichmond, VA 23220
1144 W Grace St
RichmondVA23220
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCanopy at Ginter Park Apartments
3200 Brook RdRichmond, VA 23227
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2219 W Grace St, Unit Apt 1
2219 W Grace StRichmond, VA 23220
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Guild
900 N Allen AveRichmond, VA 23220
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411 Gilmer St, Unit 2
411 Gilmer StRichmond, VA 23220
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1701 W Leigh St
1701 W Leigh StRichmond, VA 23220
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729 W Marshall St, Unit A
729 W Marshall StRichmond, VA 23220
939 W Grace St
RichmondVA23220
1620 Grove Ave
RichmondVA23220
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Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Virginia Commonwealth University?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Commonwealth University Studio Apartments | $1,529 | $849 | $2,454 |
| Virginia Commonwealth University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,663 | $799 | $3,505 |
| Virginia Commonwealth University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,895 | $939 | $4,190 |
| Virginia Commonwealth University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,218 | $810 | $3,800 |
| Virginia Commonwealth University 4 Bedroom Apartments | $793 | $710 | $2,550 |
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Cheapest Available Virginia Commonwealth University Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Virginia Commonwealth University area of Richmond, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Bloom Apartments II priced from $799. Van de Vyver has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $998. Here are the most affordable Virginia Commonwealth University apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Bloom Apartments II | 1Bed/1Bath: 456 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Van de Vyver | The Reserve | Studio,1BA | $998 |
| The Stables | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,055 |
| Eagle Mill Lofts | Studios | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| The Foundry Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,135 |
| Grace St 1120 | Grace St 1120 - 17 | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Park Northside Apartments | 2B/1BA TH Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| 1510 W. Broad Street | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath - 599sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| 200 Minor Street Quad | 3 Beds, 1 Baths | 3BR,1BA | $1,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Virginia Commonwealth University, VA
As of July 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Virginia Commonwealth University area is the $0.62 price per square foot 2509 Seminary Ave Model at 2509 Seminary Ave, Unit # B in the in the Bellevue neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second greatest value Virginia Commonwealth University apartment is the The Ownby Model at The Westbrook Townhomes at Brewers Row starting at $3,204 with a $1.83 price per square foot in the Bellevue neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Virginia Commonwealth University apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 2509 Seminary Ave, Unit # B | 2509 Seminary Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.62 |
| The Westbrook Townhomes at Brewers Row | The Ownby | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.83 |
| Jackson Street Lofts | 3 Bedroom / 3 Bath - 1,975sqft | 3BR,3BA | $1.69 |
| 1701 W Leigh St | 1701 W Leigh St | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 200 Minor Street Quad | 3 Beds, 1 Baths | 3BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| 1510 W. Broad Street | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath - 599sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Southern Stove Lofts | 1bed 1.5bth | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.79 |
| The Foundry Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| The Stables | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| 1130 W Grace St | 1130 W Grace St | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.82 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Virginia Commonwealth University Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Virginia Commonwealth University?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Virginia Commonwealth University is under $1,295.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Virginia Commonwealth University?
The cheapest apartment in Virginia Commonwealth University is Bloom Apartments II which is listed at $799, while the average apartment in Virginia Commonwealth University costs $2,017.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Virginia Commonwealth University?
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 89 regular apartments in Virginia Commonwealth University 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 Virginia Commonwealth University?
Cheap apartments in Virginia Commonwealth University have an average cost of $574 which is $1,443 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Virginia Commonwealth University.
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