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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Townsend Studio Apartments | $1,229 | $950 | $1,770 |
| Townsend 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,836 | $975 | $3,830 |
| Townsend 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,147 | $1,075 | $4,878 |
| Townsend 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,702 | $1,540 | $5,150 |
| Townsend 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,633 | $1,599 | $1,975 |
The cheapest available apartment rental in Townsend, VA is a Studio unit found at Gosnold Mews Apartments in the Willow Oaks neighborhood priced from $950. Kiptopeke Studios has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $998. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Townsend apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gosnold Mews Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Kiptopeke Studios | Kiptopeke Studio Apartments | Studio,1BA | $998 |
| Highedge 2 Bedroom Apartments | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Foxcroft I | 2BR Garden | 2BR,2BA | $1,100 |
| East Beach Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,268 |
| Bridgeport Apartments | The Seabreeze | 2BR,2BA | $1,288 |
| Fox Hill Village | Hampton | 1BR,1BA | $1,348 |
| Pleasant Village Apartments | The Beach | 2BR,2BA | $1,350 |
| 320 Randolph Ave | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Fox Hill Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,525 |
As of April 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Townsend area is the $1.16 price per square foot Renovated 4 Bedroom Townhome Model at Avalon Townhomes in the in the Willow Oaks neighborhood starting from $1,975. The second greatest value Townsend apartment is the Chesapeake Renovated Model at Bayville Apartments starting at $1,915 with a $1.56 price per square foot in the Northwest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Townsend apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avalon Townhomes | Renovated 4 Bedroom Townhome | 4BR,1.5BA | $1.16 |
| Bayville Apartments | Chesapeake Renovated | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.56 |
| Foxcroft I | 2BR Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.20 |
| Buckroe Pointe Apartment Townhomes | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.48 |
| Highedge 2 Bedroom Apartments | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.06 |
| Bridgeport Apartments | The Seabreeze | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| Pleasant Village Apartments | The Beach | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Oasis Apartment Homes | The Dolphin | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 320 Randolph Ave | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Vantage Apartments | 2BR Waitlist | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
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Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Townsend is at Gosnold Mews Apartments listed at $950.
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Townsend Apartment is $1,348 at Fox Hill Village.
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Townsend is starting from $1,075 at Highedge 2 Bedroom Apartments.
The best deal on a cheap Townsend Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Buckroe Pointe Apartment Townhomes and starts from $1,540.
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