
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West End Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $800 (40 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the West End area of Richmond.


22 S Robinson St

2817 W Grace St

Kent Road Village

Tapestry West

Courtyard Lofts

Penstock Quarter Apartments
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3233 W Grace St

Wellsmith Apartments

Georgetown

The Gallery Midtown Apartments

2623 Floyd Ave

The Summit at Scotts Addition

2900 Kensington Ave

3600 W Broad St
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Otis

The Nest Scott's Addition

The Carousel

The Ella Scotts Addition

2408 W Main St

The Alder on Dabney
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West End, Richmond, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West End?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West End Studio Apartments | $1,966 | $1,082 | $4,134 |
| West End 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,872 | $1,028 | $4,184 |
| West End 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,480 | $1,250 | $6,115 |
| West End 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,365 | $2,490 | $7,839 |
| West End 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,795 | $5,222 | $6,090 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 40 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West End Neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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Cheapest Available West End Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West End area of Richmond, VA is a Studio unit found at Gateway Apartments priced from $1,082. Guardian Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,192. Here are the most affordable West End apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gateway Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,082 |
| Guardian Place Apartments | S1 Guardian Place 1 | Studio,1BA | $1,192 |
| South Arthur | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Scotts Edge | 1BR-216 | 1BR,1BA | $1,314 |
| 3425 Kensington Avenue | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Crestwood at Libbie | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,379 |
| Penstock Quarter Apartments | S4 | Studio,1BA | $1,385 |
| Wellsmith Apartments | S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,407 |
| The Gallery Midtown Apartments | Classic Kensington | 2BR,1BA | $1,540 |
| Otis | S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,552 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West End, VA
As of October 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the West End area is the $2.04 price per square foot # 17 Model at The Abby on Stuart in the in the Far West neighborhood starting from $3,995. The second greatest value West End apartment is the D1 Model at Jordans Branch Apartments starting at $2,895 with a $1.89 price per square foot in the Far West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West End apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Abby on Stuart | # 17 | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.04 |
| Jordans Branch Apartments | D1 | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.89 |
| 1510 Belleville | W6 | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| Malvern Manor Apartments | Renovated Grove | 2BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| 3131 W Grace St, Unit 1 | 3131 W Grace St | 2BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| 3425 Kensington Avenue | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Courtyard Lofts | The Summit | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.06 |
| South Arthur | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| The Gallery Midtown Apartments | Renovated Grove | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Crestwood at Libbie | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.10 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest End, Richmond, VA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West End Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West End?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West End is at Gateway Apartments listed at $1,082.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West End Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West End Apartment is $1,277 at Guardian Place Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West End Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West End is starting from $1,350 at 3425 Kensington Avenue.
What is the most affordable West End Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap West End Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Alder on Dabney and starts from $2,799.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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