
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Wilton Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $1,000 (19 Rentals)
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3210 Ellwood Ave

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wilton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilton Studio Apartments | $1,370 | $1,082 | $1,800 |
| Wilton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,787 | $1,028 | $3,015 |
| Wilton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,212 | $1,022 | $3,545 |
| Wilton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,881 | $1,550 | $3,935 |
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There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Wilton Neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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Cheapest Available Wilton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Wilton area of Richmond, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at Stratford Hills Apartment and Townhomes priced from $1,022. Chippenham Townhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable Wilton apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stratford Hills Apartment and Townhomes | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,022 |
| Chippenham Townhomes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Forest Ridge | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,088 |
| The Gallery Midtown Apartments | Classic Ellwood | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Gateway Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,334 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wilton, VA
As of February 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wilton area is the $1.94 price per square foot D1 Model at Jordans Branch Apartments in the in the Far West neighborhood starting from $2,975. The second greatest value Wilton apartment is the C2 Model at The Crest at Westhampton Commons starting at $2,815 with a $2.26 price per square foot in the Huguenot neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wilton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jordans Branch Apartments | D1 | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.94 |
| The Crest at Westhampton Commons | C2 | 3BR,2BA | $2.26 |
| 4418 Cutshaw Ave, Unit 1 | 4418 Cutshaw Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Kensington, Patterson Place and Grove Ave | Kensington Place - Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Stratford Hills Apartment and Townhomes | 1 Bed 1.5 Bath | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.61 |
| The Ella Scotts Addition | *The Riddle - Income Restricted* | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| Gateway Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Chippenham Townhomes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Triton Scotts Addition - Monument | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| The Gallery Midtown Apartments | Classic Ellwood | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Wilton Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Wilton?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Wilton is under $1,695.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Wilton?
The cheapest apartment in Wilton is Chippenham Townhomes which is listed at $1,050, while the average apartment in Wilton costs $2,975.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Wilton?
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 9 regular apartments in Wilton 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 Wilton?
Cheap apartments in Wilton have an average cost of $110 which is $2,865 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Wilton.
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