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Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA Local Guide

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 $849. Eagle Mill Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Virginia Commonwealth University apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Bloom Apartments II1Bed/1Bath: 463 sq ft1BR,1BA$849
Eagle Mill Lofts2bed 1bth2BR,1BA$950
Coliseum LoftsE2.2Studio,1BA$1,049
Iron House Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,078
T and E Apartments0 Bed 1 BathStudio,1BA$1,130
The Concord NorthsideThe Miller1BR,1BA$1,150
Southern Stove Loftsstudio1BR,1BA$1,275
Sphere ApartmentsS2Studio,1BA$1,299
Park Northside ApartmentsByrd Apartments2BR,1BA$1,375
Todd LoftsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,386

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Virginia Commonwealth University, VA

As of June 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Virginia Commonwealth University area is the $1.47 price per square foot The Overbrook Model at The Westbrook Townhomes at Brewers Row in the in the Bellevue neighborhood starting from $4,050. The second greatest value Virginia Commonwealth University 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 Virginia Commonwealth University apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Westbrook Townhomes at Brewers RowThe Overbrook3BR,2.5BA$1.47
Marshall Park4x2 - Priced Per Bedroom4BR,2BA$0.51
The Cooperage1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom: Loft1BR,1BA$2.00
1510 W Broad St - Residential2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.88
Spectrum ApartmentsEmerald1BR,1BA$2.02
Park Northside ApartmentsMaymont Townhomes2BR,1BA$1.92
Iron House Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.63
The Concord NorthsideThe Miller1BR,1BA$1.99
Bloom Apartments II1Bed/1Bath: 456 sq ft1BR,1BA$1.97
Chesterfield ApartmentsTHE LINDEN FLOOR PLAN - SUITE III3BR,1BA$2.11

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Frequently Asked Questions about Virginia Commonwealth University

What type of rentals are currently available in Virginia Commonwealth University?

There are currently 213 Apartments for Rent in Virginia Commonwealth University, VA with pricing that ranges from $599 to $4,262. There are also 52 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Virginia Commonwealth University ranging from $1,195 to $3,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Virginia Commonwealth University?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Virginia Commonwealth University ranges from $1,195 to $3,800 with an average monthly rent of $2,438.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Virginia Commonwealth University?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Virginia Commonwealth University range from $699 to $4,050, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,995 to $3,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,450 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $599.

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