
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Wilton Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $900 (32 Rentals)
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Kensington, Patterson Place and Grove Ave

Chippenham Townhomes

3210 Ellwood Ave, Unit D

Kent Road Village

Tapestry West

36oo W Broad St

Georgetown
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The Gallery Midtown Apartments

4913 Monument Ave

3509 Park Ave

The Alder on Dabney

Triton Scotts Addition - Monument

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The Ella Scotts Addition

The Crest at Westhampton

Ellison Museum District
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4 N Auburn Ave

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Malvern Manor Apartments

3203 Parkwood Ave

7733 Duncaster Rd

4506 Monument Ave

The Faison Residence

3514 Park Ave.

The Parkwood
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Argon

Stratford Hills Apartment and Townhomes

3425 Kensington Avenue

3901-3903 Cutshaw Ave

Belmont on Broad Apartments

2718 Grantwood Ct

3900 Monument
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Wilton, Richmond, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wilton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilton Studio Apartments | $1,370 | $1,145 | $1,840 |
| Wilton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,814 | $1,031 | $2,650 |
| Wilton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,395 | $1,200 | $3,520 |
| Wilton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,550 | $1,550 | $1,550 |
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Cheapest Available Wilton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Wilton area of Richmond, VA is a Studio unit found at Forest Ridge priced from $999. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Ridge | S1 | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Chippenham Townhomes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Argon | The Rhodium | 1BR,1BA | $1,415 |
| Stratford Hills Apartment and Townhomes | 1 Bed 1.5 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,447 |
| Kensington, Patterson Place and Grove Ave | Kensington Place - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,504 |
| The Alder on Dabney | Cali | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
| Triton Scotts Addition - Monument | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,620 |
| The Ella Scotts Addition | *The Mainstream - Income Restricted* | 1BR,1BA | $1,652 |
| Tapestry West | Canvas | 1BR,1BA | $1,680 |
| Ellison Museum District | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,715 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wilton, VA
As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wilton area is the $1.96 price per square foot 4418 Cutshaw Ave Model at 4418 Cutshaw Ave in the in the Bellevue neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Wilton apartment is the 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Model at Stratford Hills Apartment and Townhomes starting at $1,574 with a $1.64 price per square foot in the Midlothian 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4418 Cutshaw Ave | 4418 Cutshaw Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Stratford Hills Apartment and Townhomes | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.64 |
| The Gallery Midtown Apartments | Renovated Grove | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| The Crest at Westhampton | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| Malvern Manor Apartments | The Avenue | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| The Ella Scotts Addition | The Count | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| Chippenham Townhomes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Triton Scotts Addition - Monument | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Kensington, Patterson Place and Grove Ave | Kensington Place - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| Argon | The Rhodium | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
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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 $1,715.
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 $2,350.
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 22 regular apartments in Wilton that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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