Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Charlottesville Neighborhood of Charlottesville, VA from $600 (30 Rentals)

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1224 Smith St

CharlottesvilleVA22901
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1222 Smith St

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1115 Wertland St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1115 Wertland St

1115 Wertland StCharlottesville, VA 22903
Student Housing
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West Main Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

West Main Apartments

113 W Main StCharlottesville, VA 22902
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Lambeth Lofts
Studio Apartments

Lambeth Lofts

1801 Lambeth LnCharlottesville, VA 22903
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Friendship Court
2 Bedroom Apartments

Friendship Court

400-426 Garrett StCharlottesville, VA 22902
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Woodrow
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Woodrow

100 Stadium RdCharlottesville, VA 22903
Student Housing
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Lyndhall
1 Bedroom Apartments

Lyndhall

64 University WayCharlottesville, VA 22903
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432 3rd St NE
2 Bedroom Apartments

432 3rd St NE

432 3rd St NECharlottesville, VA 22902
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Ivy Garden
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ivy Garden

100 Ivy DrCharlottesville, VA 22903
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College Court
2 Bedroom Apartments

College Court

312 13th St NWCharlottesville, VA 22903
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Rugby McIntyre Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rugby McIntyre Apartments

611 Rugby RdCharlottesville, VA 22903
Student Housing
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South Charlottesville, Charlottesville, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Charlottesville Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South 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 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $913. Here are the most affordable South Charlottesville apartments for rent in Charlottesville, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Kindlewood1BR1BR,1BA$744
Carlton ViewsPhase II - 2 Bedroom 2 Bath IV2BR,2BA$913
Timberlake Place Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$983
The Pavilion at North Grounds3 Bed 3 Bath - C23BR,3BA$1,179
Culbreth Court ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,295
Brookdale ApartmentsAvon2BR,2BA$1,403
Stone Creek Village1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,599
The Independence1 Bedroom 1 Bath Harrison W/Deck1BR,1BA$1,675
Jefferson Ridge1 Bed/1 Bath (2nd floor) with Wood Floors1BR,1BA$1,770

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Charlottesville, VA

As of April 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Charlottesville area is the $1.62 price per square foot Roosevelt Model at Carriage Hill Apartments in the in the Martha Jefferson neighborhood starting from $2,632. The second greatest value South Charlottesville apartment is the C1 - Spiegal Model at Avemore Apartment Homes starting at $2,662 with a $1.80 price per square foot in the North Downtown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Charlottesville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Carriage Hill ApartmentsRoosevelt3BR,2BA$1.62
Avemore Apartment HomesC1 - Spiegal3BR,2BA$1.80
Flats at West Village4x4 Balcony4BR,4BA$0.86
Brookdale ApartmentsAzalea3BR,2BA$1.35
Arlington Park TownhomesTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.80
Jefferson Ridge1 Bed/1 Bath (2nd floor) with Wood Floors1BR,1BA$1.87
Carlton ViewsPhase II - 2 Bedroom 2 Bath IV2BR,2BA$1.03
Timberlake Place Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.40
Culbreth Court ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.85
Kindlewood1BR1BR,1BA$1.13

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Charlottesville, Charlottesville, VA

Ranked #12

Among neighborhoods in Charlottesville, VA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Charlottesville. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, multifamily communities for the kids, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the South Charlottesville Neighborhood in Charlottesville, VA

Walk Score®

61 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

55 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

29 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Charlottesville Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Charlottesville?

The cheapest apartment in South Charlottesville is Kindlewood which is listed at $744, while the average apartment in South Charlottesville costs $3,140.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Charlottesville?

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 16 regular apartments in South Charlottesville 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 South Charlottesville?

Cheap apartments in South Charlottesville have an average cost of $1,102 which is $2,038 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Charlottesville.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

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How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.