
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Westlake Hills Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $700 (20 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Westlake Hills area of Richmond.


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Westlake Hills, Richmond, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Westlake Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westlake Hills Studio Apartments | $1,227 | $1,049 | $1,316 |
| Westlake Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,508 | $975 | $2,259 |
| Westlake Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,736 | $1,165 | $2,880 |
| Westlake Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,145 | $1,534 | $3,420 |
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Cheapest Available Westlake Hills Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Westlake Hills area of Richmond, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at 404 Rivertowne Apartment Homes priced from $975. Ashton Square Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $975. Here are the most affordable Westlake Hills apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 404 Rivertowne Apartment Homes | Brookline | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Ashton Square Apartments | Ashley | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Woodbriar Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,024 |
| Villas at Cedarhurst | We Like Our Pricing How We Like Our Coffee: Str... | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Forest Ridge | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,116 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Westlake Hills, VA
As of January 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Westlake Hills area is the $1.57 price per square foot B1 Model at Village at West Lake in the in the Midlothian neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Westlake Hills apartment is the B2 Renovated Model at Reserve South starting at $1,669 with a $1.68 price per square foot in the Midlothian neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Westlake Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village at West Lake | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
| Reserve South | B2 Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| Stratford Hills Apartment and Townhomes | 1 Bed 1.5 Bath | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.69 |
| Birchwood at Boulders Apartments | The Brookwood | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Morningside Apartments | White Oak Tax Credit | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Willow Oaks Apartments | 1BR/1.5BA | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.83 |
| St. John's Wood | Essex | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Villas at Cedarhurst | We Like Our Pricing How We Like Our Coffee: Str... | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| The Crossings at Bramblewood Apartment Homes | The Pine | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Woodbriar Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWestlake Hills, Richmond, VA
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Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Westlake Hills, Richmond, VA
Elizabeth D. Redd Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Westlake Hills Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Westlake Hills?
The cheapest apartment in Westlake Hills is 404 Rivertowne Apartment Homes which is listed at $975, while the average apartment in Westlake Hills costs $1,715.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Westlake Hills?
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 76 regular apartments in Westlake Hills 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 Westlake Hills?
Cheap apartments in Westlake Hills have an average cost of $484 which is $1,231 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Westlake Hills.
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