
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West End Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $800 (75 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the West End area of Richmond.


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9 S Crenshaw Ave, Unit 9 S. Crenshaw Ave, Unit 9 S. Crenshaw Ave

403 Cleveland St, Unit 6

608 N Arthur Ashe Blvd, Unit 11

20 S Robinson St

22 S Robinson St

Kent Road Village

Courtyard Lofts

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Wellsmith Apartments

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Penstock Quarter Apartments
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Pierce Arrow

Crestwood at Libbie

121 S Stafford Ave

Tapestry West

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The Gallery Midtown Apartments

Scotts Edge

117 S Stafford Ave

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The Carousel

Georgetown

Soda Flats
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3218 W Grace St

The Summit at Scotts Addition

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The Icon

The Preserve Scotts Addition

The Nest Scott's Addition

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Scott's View

1111 N Thompson St

The Alder on Dabney

Triton Scotts Addition - Monument

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Otis
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The Crest at Westhampton

Ellison Museum District

3406 Cutshaw Ave

210 N Nansemond St

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Wrighthaven Square Apartments

414 N Sheppard St

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The Ella Scotts Addition

1510 Belleville

3001 W Cary St

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Malvern Manor Apartments
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4524 Fitzhugh Ave

118 S Colonial Ave

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4 N Arthur Ashe Boulevard, Unit Apt 1, Unit Apt 1

3139 Ellwood Ave, Unit D

4506 Monument Ave

3708 Ellwood Ave

2820 Monument Ave

2700 Idlewood Ave

3329 Cutshaw Ave

MacTavish Flats
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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 | $1,854 | $1,315 | $5,802 |
| West End 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,821 | $1,028 | $6,906 |
| West End 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,497 | $1,275 | $10,000+ |
| West End 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,065 | $2,300 | $5,266 |
| West End 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,240 | $3,240 | $3,240 |
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There are currently 75 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 Wellsmith Apartments priced from $1,365. Penstock Quarter Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,369. Here are the most affordable West End apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wellsmith Apartments | S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,365 |
| Penstock Quarter Apartments | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,369 |
| Pierce Arrow | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,370 |
| Crestwood at Libbie | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,379 |
| Scotts Edge | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,424 |
| The Gallery Midtown Apartments | Renovated Ellwood | 1BR,1BA | $1,427 |
| Soda Flats | Timeless Tonic | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| The Carousel | Prancer | 1BR,1BA | $1,476 |
| The Summit at Scotts Addition | The Chalet | 1BR,1BA | $1,479 |
| Argon | The Tantalum | 1BR,1BA | $1,485 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West End, VA
As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the West End area is the $2.34 price per square foot # 34 Model at The Abby on Stuart in the in the Far West neighborhood starting from $3,050. The second greatest value West End apartment is the 4418 Cutshaw Ave Model at 4418 Cutshaw Ave starting at $2,500 with a $2.08 price per square foot in the Bellevue 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 | # 34 | 2BR,2BA | $2.34 |
| 4418 Cutshaw Ave | 4418 Cutshaw Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| 2802 Park Ave | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Wrighthaven Square Apartments | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.33 |
| Kensington, Patterson Place and Grove Ave | Kensington Place - Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Courtyard Lofts | Marshall | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| River School Lofts | 1B (RENO) | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| The Icon | 1 Bedroom Tower | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Scotts Edge | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Crestwood at Libbie | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West End Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in West End?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West End is under $1,485.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West End?
The cheapest apartment in West End is Scotts Edge which is listed at $1,424, while the average apartment in West End costs $3,240.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West End?
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 56 regular apartments in West End 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 West End?
Cheap apartments in West End have an average cost of $273 which is $2,967 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West End.
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A Local Experts Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Richmond, VA
Written by: Richard Corrigan
Richmond is rightly considered one of the best places to live on the East Coast. We love Richmond’s rich history, phenomenal culinary scene, unique art and culture, and its next-level parks and green spaces.

Your Guide to Picking the Perfect Richmond Neighborhood for Student Renters
Written by: Richard Corrigan
Richmond isn't always thought of as a college town, but there are actually several major colleges and universities here. One thing Richmond does get credit for—and rightfully so—is being a very neighborhood-friendly city.

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