
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Virginia Union Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $395 (12 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Virginia Union?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Union Studio Apartments | $1,513 | $1,075 | $1,935 |
| Virginia Union 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,564 | $995 | $2,248 |
| Virginia Union 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,844 | $1,250 | $3,194 |
| Virginia Union 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,117 | $1,562 | $2,965 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Virginia Union Neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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Cheapest Available Virginia Union Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Virginia Union area of Richmond, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Stables priced from $1,055. Eagle Mill Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,075. Here are the most affordable Virginia Union apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Stables | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,055 |
| Eagle Mill Lofts | Studios | Studio, 1BA | $1,075 |
| The Foundry Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,135 |
| Grace St 1120 | Grace St 1120 - 16 | 1BR, 1BA | $1,175 |
| 703 N Harrison St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1,225 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Virginia Union, VA
As of September 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Virginia Union area is the $0.58 price per square foot 2509 Seminary Ave Model at 2509 Seminary Ave, Unit # B in the Bellevue neighborhood starting from $1,295. The second greatest value Virginia Union apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Iron House Apartments in the Near West neighborhood starting at $1,669 with a $1.91 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Virginia Union 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 | $0.58 |
| Iron House Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR, 2BA | $1.91 |
| 1322 W Broad St | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath - 77628 | 2BR, 2BA | $2.12 |
| Graham Court Townhomes | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $1.85 |
| Spectrum Apartments | Emerald | 1BR, 1BA | $1.93 |
| The Foundry Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1.80 |
| The Stables | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1.70 |
| 703 N Harrison St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $2.00 |
| Eagle Mill Lofts | Studios | Studio, 1BA | $2.12 |
| Sphere | S/1b | Studio, 1BA | $2.54 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Virginia Union Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Virginia Union?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Virginia Union is under $1,600.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Virginia Union?
The cheapest apartment in Virginia Union is The Stables which is listed at $1,055, while the average apartment in Virginia Union costs $1,451.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Virginia Union?
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 25 regular apartments in Virginia Union 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 Union?
Cheap apartments in Virginia Union have an average cost of $1,406 which is $45 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Virginia Union.
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