
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Whitcomb Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $300 (233 Rentals)
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Bloom Apartments II

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1204 N 20th St, Unit Apt 1

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American Tobacco Collection

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Creighton Renaissance Apartments

Eagle Mill Lofts

923 N 20th St

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3114 Barton Ave, Unit Apt B

The Hill Building

Van de Vyver
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Jefferson Townhouses

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2016 Fairmount Ave, Unit Apt 2

Flats at 25th

Green Park Apartments

927 N 20th St

The Berkshire

Linden at Highland Park

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Townsend Square

Flats at 14th

The Edison
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Centennial Terrace

3 N 18th St

3310 Barton Ave

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209 E Main St

The River Lofts at Tobacco Row

Glenwood Ridge Apartments

The Attain

Railyard Flats

2400 Barton Ave

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Towers on Franklin
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The Foundry Apartments

Mortons Apartments

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Atrium on Broad Apartments

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T and E Apartments

1007 N 25th St

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Monroe Park Towers Apartments

The Corner Lofts

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The Concord Northside

The Oliver

The Biggs Building

1901-1915 Whitcomb

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17 W Main St, Unit 203

302 Goshen St, Unit 103

3528 E Richmond Rd

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302 Goshen St, Unit 104

1607 Brookfield St
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Whitcomb, Richmond, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Whitcomb?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whitcomb Studio Apartments | $1,372 | $849 | $2,267 |
| Whitcomb 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,533 | $849 | $2,750 |
| Whitcomb 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,812 | $939 | $4,315 |
| Whitcomb 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,878 | $810 | $3,465 |
| Whitcomb 4 Bedroom Apartments | $991 | $729 | $3,200 |
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There are currently 233 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Whitcomb Neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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Cheapest Available Whitcomb Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Whitcomb area of Richmond, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Bloom Apartments II priced from $849. American Tobacco Collection has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $897. Here are the most affordable Whitcomb apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bloom Apartments II | 1Bed/1Bath: 463 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
| American Tobacco Collection | ATC-A3 | 1BR,1BA | $897 |
| Creighton Renaissance Apartments | One Bedroom - D | 1BR,1BA | $926 |
| Highland Terrace Apartments | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $946 |
| Eagle Mill Lofts | 2bed 2bth | 2BR,2BA | $950 |
| The Hill Building | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Van de Vyver | The Reserve | Studio,1BA | $998 |
| Green Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,037 |
| The Stables | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,055 |
| Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk - Canal I and Canal II | Canal 236 Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,068 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Whitcomb, VA
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Whitcomb area is the $0.62 price per square foot 2509 Seminary Ave Model at 2509 Seminary Ave, Unit # B in the in the Bellevue neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second greatest value Whitcomb apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Park Plaza @ Belvidere starting at $1,862 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Downtown Richmond neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Whitcomb apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2509 Seminary Ave, Unit # B | 2509 Seminary Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.62 |
| Park Plaza @ Belvidere | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| 10 Walnut Alley | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath - 30004 | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Townsend Square | Townhomes starting at $1080.00- Now Accepting A... | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| 200 Minor Street Quad | 3 Beds, 1 Baths | 3BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| 210 E Grace St | 2 Bed/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| Glenwood Ridge Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Mortons Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Tobacco Landing | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Mallard Greens | Make Your Move to Mallard Greens Townhomes Today!! | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWhitcomb, Richmond, VA
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Whitcomb Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Whitcomb?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Whitcomb is under $1,068.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Whitcomb?
The cheapest apartment in Whitcomb is Bloom Apartments II which is listed at $849, while the average apartment in Whitcomb costs $1,969.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Whitcomb?
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 126 regular apartments in Whitcomb 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 Whitcomb?
Cheap apartments in Whitcomb have an average cost of $461 which is $1,508 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Whitcomb.
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