Cheap Homes for Rent in Virginia Union Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $1,300 (22 Rentals)

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Virginia Union, Richmond, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Virginia Union Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Virginia Union area of Richmond, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at Eagle Mill Lofts priced from $950. The Concord Northside has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here are the most affordable Virginia Union apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Eagle Mill Lofts2bed 1bth2BR,1BA$950
The Concord NorthsideThe Rose1BR,1BA$1,150
Atrium Lofts at Cold StorageOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,298
Sphere ApartmentsS2Studio,1BA$1,299
Deco at CNBGrand - 1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,399

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Virginia Union, VA

As of May 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Virginia Union area is the $1.94 price per square foot The Ray Jr Model at The Ella Scotts Addition in the in the Bellevue neighborhood starting from $2,406. The second greatest value Virginia Union apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Atrium Lofts at Cold Storage starting at $1,724 with a $1.87 price per square foot in the East neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Virginia Union apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Ella Scotts AdditionThe Ray Jr2BR,2BA$1.94
Atrium Lofts at Cold StorageTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.87
The Icon1 Bedroom Tower1BR,1BA$2.11
Spectrum ApartmentsEmerald1BR,1BA$2.02
The Scout Scotts AdditionThe Weston1BR,1BA$2.20
The GuildThe Smith1BR,1BA$2.43
Deco at CNBFlapper - 1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.64
The Concord NorthsideThe Rose1BR,1BA$2.09
Sphere ApartmentsS2Studio ,1BA$2.61
Eagle Mill LoftsStudiosStudio ,1BA$2.24

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Frequently Asked Questions about Virginia Union

What type of rentals are currently available in Virginia Union?

There are currently 47 Apartments for Rent in Virginia Union, VA with pricing that ranges from $1,013 to $4,485. There are also 34 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Virginia Union ranging from $1,300 to $3,700.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Virginia Union ranges from $1,300 to $3,700 with an average monthly rent of $2,494.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Virginia Union range from $1,403 to $4,050, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,875 to $3,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,399 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,000.

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