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Petersburg, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Petersburg?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Petersburg 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,239 | $950 | $1,700 |
Petersburg 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,669 | $1,299 | $2,900 |
Petersburg 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,033 | $1,499 | $2,400 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Petersburg, VA
Pricing Updated: 03/25/2025Current apartment rentals in the Petersburg, VA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Petersburg Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Old Towne Petersburg | $2,127 | $800 | 63 |
Cheapest Available Petersburg Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Petersburg, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at Summit Pointe Apartments priced from $799. Perry Street Lofts in the Petersburg Colonial Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $820. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Petersburg apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Summit Pointe Apartments | 2x1-Small - 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $799 |
Perry Street Lofts | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
Elora Gardens at Petersburg | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $840 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Petersburg, VA
As of March 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Petersburg area is the $1.30 price per square foot B2 Model at Pinetree in the starting from $1,399. The second greatest value Petersburg apartment is the 2 BR/ 1 Bath Model at Branders Bridge Apartments starting at $1,055 with a $1.02 price per square foot in the Petersburg Chesterfield neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Petersburg apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Pinetree | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
Branders Bridge Apartments | 2 BR/ 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
30 Franklin Apartments | 900s - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
Petersburg ArtistSpace Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Webster Court Apartments | Webster Court | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
Jesse Lee Apartments | 2BR | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
The Bosco | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
1121 Stainback St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
Puddledock Place II | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
Elora Gardens at Petersburg | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Petersburg
What type of rentals are currently available in Petersburg?
There are currently 140 Apartments for Rent in Petersburg, VA with pricing that ranges from $642 to $2,431. There are also 56 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Petersburg ranging from $800 to $2,900.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Petersburg?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Petersburg ranges from $800 to $2,900 with an average monthly rent of $1,435.
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.

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.

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.

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.

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.