Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Willow Oaks Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $800 (49 Rentals)

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property at 3600 W Broad St

$1,550 - $2,225

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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3600 W Broad St

RichmondVA23230

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Westover Hills Townhomes
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Westover Hills Townhomes

600 Westover Hills BlvdRichmond, VA 23225
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2700 Idlewood Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

2700 Idlewood Ave

2700 Idlewood AveRichmond, VA 23220
Senior Living
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3329 Cutshaw Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3329 Cutshaw Ave

3329 Cutshaw AveRichmond, VA 23230
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The Parkwood
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Parkwood

3003 Parkwood AveRichmond, VA 23221
Student Housing
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MacTavish Flats
1 Bedroom Apartments

MacTavish Flats

1302 MacTavish AveRichmond, VA 23230
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South Arthur
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

South Arthur

215-217 S Arthur Ashe BlvdRichmond, VA 23220

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306 N Mulberry St
2 Bedroom Apartments

306 N Mulberry St

306 N Mulberry StRichmond, VA 23220
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Osprey Lofts
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Osprey Lofts

3210 W Leigh StRichmond, VA 23230
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3514 Park Ave.
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3514 Park Ave.

3514 Park AveRichmond, VA 23221
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Century Flats
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Century Flats

1004 N Thompson StRichmond, VA 23230
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Hardwicke House
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Hardwicke House

3212 Cutshaw AveRichmond, VA 23230
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Alexander at 1090
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Alexander at 1090

1090 German School RdRichmond, VA 23225
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Argon Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Argon Apartments

3805 Cutshaw AveRichmond, VA 23230
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2900 Kensington Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2900 Kensington Ave

2900 Kensington AveRichmond, VA 23221
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Hill Standard
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hill Standard

4910-4930 Forest Hill AveRichmond, VA 23225

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Evelyn
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Evelyn

4701 Forest Hill AveRichmond, VA 23225
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Willow Oaks, Richmond, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Willow Oaks Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Willow Oaks 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 Willow Oaks apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
404 Rivertowne Apartment HomesBrookline1BR,1BA$975
Ashton Square ApartmentsAshley1BR,1BA$975
Linden at Forest HillOne Bedroom - A1BR,1BA$1,050
Gateway ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,082
Villas at CedarhurstWe Like Our Pricing How We Like Our Coffee: Str...1BR,1BA$1,099
St. John's WoodLambeth Townhome1BR,1BA$1,140
Park at Forest HillByrd1BR,1BA$1,155
The Crossings at Bramblewood Apartment HomesThe Evergreen1BR,1BA$1,160
The Residences of Westover Hills1BR 1BA Renovated1BR,1BA$1,175
South Arthur1/11BR,1BA$1,199

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Willow Oaks, VA

As of December 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Willow Oaks area is the $1.39 price per square foot 3 Bed, 2 Bath Model at 100 N Arthur Ashe Blvd in the in the Far West neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Willow Oaks apartment is the B1 Model at Village at West Lake starting at $1,700 with a $1.57 price per square foot in the Midlothian neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Willow Oaks apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
100 N Arthur Ashe Blvd3 Bed, 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.39
Village at West LakeB12BR,2BA$1.57
South Arthur2/12BR,1BA$1.80
Stratford Hills Apartment and Townhomes1 Bed 1.5 Bath1BR,1.5BA$1.56
Morningside ApartmentsWhite Oak Tax Credit2BR,1BA$1.51
Willow Oaks Apartments1BR/1.5BA1BR,1.5BA$1.73
St. John's WoodEssex1BR,1BA$1.73
Villas at CedarhurstWe Like Our Pricing How We Like Our Coffee: Str...1BR,1BA$1.47
The Crossings at Bramblewood Apartment HomesThe Evergreen1BR,1BA$1.72
Linden at Forest HillOne Bedroom - A1BR,1BA$1.75

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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The Ultimate Renter's Guide for Finding the Perfect Student Friendly Richmond Neighborhood to Rent

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Willow Oaks, Richmond, VA

Ranked #100

Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Willow Oaks Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Willow Oaks?

The cheapest apartment in Willow Oaks is 404 Rivertowne Apartment Homes which is listed at $975, while the average apartment in Willow Oaks costs $5,875.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Willow Oaks?

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 59 regular apartments in Willow Oaks 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 Willow Oaks?

Cheap apartments in Willow Oaks have an average cost of $539 which is $5,336 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Willow Oaks.

Expert Rental Resources

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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.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!