Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Charlottesville Neighborhood of Charlottesville, VA from $1,300 (5 Rentals)

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property at 545 Burgoyne Rd

545 Burgoyne Rd

CharlottesvilleVA22901
property at 402 13th ST NE

402 13th ST NE, Unit C

402 13th ST NE
CharlottesvilleVA22902

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Downtown Charlottesville, Charlottesville, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Charlottesville Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Charlottesville area of Charlottesville, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Kindlewood priced from $744. Carlton Views has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $770. Here are the most affordable Downtown Charlottesville apartments for rent in Charlottesville, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Kindlewood1BR1BR,1BA$744
Carlton ViewsPhase II - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath I1BR,1BA$770
Timberlake Place Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$983

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Charlottesville, VA

As of April 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Charlottesville area is the $2.31 price per square foot The Vista Model at Altoview Apartment Homes in the in the North Downtown neighborhood starting from $3,206. The second greatest value Downtown Charlottesville apartment is the B1 - Ivy Model at Beacon on 5th starting at $2,760 with a $2.40 price per square foot in the Ridge Street neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Charlottesville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Altoview Apartment HomesThe Vista3BR,3BA$2.31
Beacon on 5thB1 - Ivy2BR,2BA$2.40
Avemore Apartment HomesA9G - Montpelier1BR,1BA$2.42
Spark CharlottesvilleDazzle1BR,1BA$1.68
City Walk ApartmentsA-11BR,1BA$2.23
Cobalt RidgeAlbemarle1BR,1BA$2.18
Timberlake Place Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.40
MAA StonefieldMadison1BR,1BA$2.70
Kindlewood1BR1BR,1BA$1.13
Carlton ViewsPhase III - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath A361BR,1BA$1.93

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Charlottesville

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Charlottesville?

There are currently 67 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Charlottesville, VA with pricing that ranges from $770 to $5,393. There are also 20 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Charlottesville ranging from $1,395 to $5,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Charlottesville?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Charlottesville ranges from $1,395 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,633.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

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