Cheap Homes for Rent in West End Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $1,600 (9 Rentals)

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West End, Richmond, VA Local Guide

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 $1,050. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Gateway ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,050
Guardian Place ApartmentsS1 Guardian Place 1Studio,1BA$1,192
3425 Kensington Avenue1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,250

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West End, VA

As of June 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the West End area is the $2.20 price per square foot Renovated Grove Model at Malvern Manor Apartments in the in the Far West neighborhood starting from $2,195. The second greatest value West End apartment is the Classic Boulevard Model at The Gallery Midtown Apartments starting at $1,745 with a $1.85 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Malvern Manor ApartmentsRenovated Grove2BR,1BA$2.20
The Gallery Midtown ApartmentsClassic Boulevard2BR,1BA$1.85
River School Lofts1B (RENO)1BR,1BA$2.16
3143 Ellwood Ave, Unit C3143 Ellwood Ave2BR,1BA$2.39
The Ella Scotts Addition*The Barry - Income Restricted*1BR,1BA$2.31
Triton Scotts Addition - MonumentA11BR,1BA$2.64
The Icon1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.59
The Nest Scott's Addition11A1BR,1BA$2.62
Scotts Edge1BR-2131BR,1BA$2.28
Gateway ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio ,1BA$2.63

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Frequently Asked Questions about West End

What type of rentals are currently available in West End?

There are currently 204 Apartments for Rent in West End, VA with pricing that ranges from $969 to $12,782. There are also 31 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West End ranging from $1,695 to $3,525.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West End?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West End ranges from $1,695 to $3,525 with an average monthly rent of $2,427.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in West End?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in West End range from $2,200 to $12,782, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,795 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,450 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,700.

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