
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Charlottesville Neighborhood of Charlottesville, VA from $600 (30 Rentals)
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192 Yellowstone Dr, Unit 307

Carlton Views

Timberlake Place Apartments

University Heights

Culbreth Court Apartments

Altamont Circle Apartments

1224 Smith St

1222 Smith St

104 Dunova Ct

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120 Oaklawn Court, Unit Furnished Studio-1BR Apartment

Wilton Farm Apartments
South Charlottesville, Charlottesville, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Charlottesville?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Charlottesville Studio Apartments | $1,488 | $630 | $1,946 |
South Charlottesville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,825 | $759 | $4,101 |
South Charlottesville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,299 | $760 | $4,732 |
South Charlottesville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,503 | $813 | $5,393 |
South Charlottesville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,206 | $750 | $5,360 |
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There are currently 30 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Charlottesville Neighborhood of Charlottesville, VA.
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Kindlewood | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $744 |
Carlton Views | Phase II - 2 Bedroom 2 Bath IV | 2BR,2BA | $913 |
Timberlake Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $983 |
The Pavilion at North Grounds | 3 Bed 3 Bath - C2 | 3BR,3BA | $1,179 |
Culbreth Court Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
Brookdale Apartments | Avon | 2BR,2BA | $1,403 |
Stone Creek Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,599 |
The Independence | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Harrison W/Deck | 1BR,1BA | $1,675 |
Jefferson Ridge | 1 Bed/1 Bath (2nd floor) with Wood Floors | 1BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Carriage Hill Apartments | Roosevelt | 3BR,2BA | $1.62 |
Avemore Apartment Homes | C1 - Spiegal | 3BR,2BA | $1.80 |
Flats at West Village | 4x4 Balcony | 4BR,4BA | $0.86 |
Brookdale Apartments | Azalea | 3BR,2BA | $1.35 |
Arlington Park Townhomes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
Jefferson Ridge | 1 Bed/1 Bath (2nd floor) with Wood Floors | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
Carlton Views | Phase II - 2 Bedroom 2 Bath IV | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
Timberlake Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
Culbreth Court Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
Kindlewood | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Charlottesville, Charlottesville, VA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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
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