Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Petersburg Chesterfield Neighborhood of Petersburg, VA from $600 (6 Rentals)
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Petersburg Chesterfield, Petersburg, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Petersburg Chesterfield?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Petersburg Chesterfield Studio Apartments | $892 | $642 | $969 |
Petersburg Chesterfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,135 | $820 | $1,420 |
Petersburg Chesterfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,326 | $900 | $1,625 |
Petersburg Chesterfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,617 | $1,465 | $2,025 |
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Cheapest Available Petersburg Chesterfield Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Petersburg Chesterfield area of Richmond, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Union Flats priced from $745. Commerce Street Townhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable Petersburg Chesterfield apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Union Flats | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
Commerce Street Townhomes | 2 BED 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
Branders Bridge Apartments | 2BR/1.5 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,024 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Petersburg Chesterfield, VA
As of March 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Petersburg Chesterfield area is the $0.98 price per square foot Colony Wood Townhomes Model at Colony Wood Townhomes in the in the Petersburg Chesterfield neighborhood starting from $1,245. The second greatest value Petersburg Chesterfield apartment is the 2x2 Model at Terrace View Apartments starting at $1,420 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the Petersburg Chesterfield neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Petersburg Chesterfield apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Colony Wood Townhomes | Colony Wood Townhomes | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.98 |
Terrace View Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
New Castle Apartments | TC 3x1 | 3BR,1BA | $1.45 |
Branders Bridge Apartments | 2 BR/ 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
Walnut Hill | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
River Road Terrace Apartment Homes | 763-2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
The Lofts at South Street | 800s - Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
The Bosco | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
Commerce Street Townhomes | 2 BED 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
Union Flats | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
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Pet Friendly LifestylePetersburg Chesterfield, Petersburg, VA
Ranked #2
Among neighborhoods in Petersburg, VA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Petersburg Chesterfield Neighborhood in Petersburg, VA
Walk Score®
49 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
38 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Petersburg Chesterfield Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Petersburg Chesterfield?
The cheapest apartment in Petersburg Chesterfield is Union Flats which is listed at $745, while the average apartment in Petersburg Chesterfield costs $1,582.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Petersburg Chesterfield?
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 6 regular apartments in Petersburg Chesterfield 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 Petersburg Chesterfield?
Cheap apartments in Petersburg Chesterfield have an average cost of $510 which is $1,072 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Petersburg Chesterfield.
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