
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Virginia Commonwealth University Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $395 (76 Rentals)
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T and E Apartments

3012 Chamberlayne Ave, Unit 108

Van de Vyver

Eagle Mill Lofts

1016 Park Ave

302 Goshen St, Unit 106

2400 Barton Ave

The Foundry Apartments

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Spectrum Apartments
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The Biggs Building

1510 W. Broad Street

Park Northside Apartments

The Concord Northside

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Iron House Apartments

Southern Stove Lofts

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Coliseum Lofts

1005 W Franklin St

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2509 Seminary Ave, Unit # B

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Sphere
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The Westbrook Apartments at Brewers Row

1622 Grove Ave

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Todd Lofts

The 1805

511 Ryland St

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The Cooperage

514 W Bacon St

525 Fritz St

510 Fritz St
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517 W Fells St

2422 Barton Ave

501 W Clay St

1106 West Franklin St

NOVEL Scott's Addition by Crescent Communities

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203 N Plum St, Unit 4

2204 W Grace St

MAA Rove

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1701 W Leigh St

2215 W Grace St
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Circ Apartments

2110 North Ave

204 Wellford St

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2219 W Grace St, Unit Apt 1

2910 Chamberlayne

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The Planet Apartments

Oxford Square Apartments

101 Poe St

2910 Chamberlayne Ave
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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 | $1,516 | $849 | $2,454 |
| Virginia Commonwealth University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,686 | $799 | $3,310 |
| Virginia Commonwealth University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,027 | $939 | $4,190 |
| Virginia Commonwealth University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,249 | $819 | $3,800 |
| Virginia Commonwealth University 4 Bedroom Apartments | $718 | $710 | $729 |
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There are currently 76 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Virginia Commonwealth University Neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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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. 1128 W. Grace St.* has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable Virginia Commonwealth University apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bloom Apartments II | 1Bed/1Bath: 456 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| 1128 W. Grace St.* | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Van de Vyver | The Reserve | Studio,1BA | $998 |
| The Stables | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,055 |
| Oxford Square Apartments | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| The Foundry Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,135 |
| Grace St 1120 | Grace St 1120 - 16 | 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 | $1,199 |
| 703 N Harrison St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Virginia Commonwealth University, VA
As of August 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Virginia Commonwealth University area is the $0.59 price per square foot 2509 Seminary Ave Model at 2509 Seminary Ave, Unit # B in the in the Bellevue neighborhood starting from $1,325. The second greatest value Virginia Commonwealth University apartment is the The Ownby Model at The Westbrook Townhomes at Brewers Row starting at $2,826 with a $1.62 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2509 Seminary Ave, Unit # B | 2509 Seminary Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.59 |
| The Westbrook Townhomes at Brewers Row | The Ownby | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.62 |
| Marshall Park | 4x2 - Priced Per Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $0.48 |
| Jackson Street Lofts | 3 Bedroom / 3 Bath - 1,975sqft | 3BR,3BA | $1.69 |
| 1701 W Leigh St | 1701 W Leigh St | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Oxford Square Apartments | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.91 |
| The James | JAMES-2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.89 |
| 1128 W. Grace St.* | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| The Foundry Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| The Stables | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleVirginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Virginia Commonwealth University Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Virginia Commonwealth University?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Virginia Commonwealth University is at Van de Vyver listed at $998.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Virginia Commonwealth University Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Virginia Commonwealth University Apartment is $799 at Bloom Apartments II.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Virginia Commonwealth University Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Virginia Commonwealth University is starting from $1,095 at Oxford Square Apartments.
What is the most affordable Virginia Commonwealth University Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Virginia Commonwealth University Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bloom Apartments II and starts from $1,499.
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