Low Income Apartments for Rent in Richmond, VA Under $1,500 (42 Rentals)

South Pointe Landing

Acclaim at Carriage Hill

The Masonry

The Mirage Manchester

Miller Lofts @ Plant Zero

The Oliver
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The Foundry Apartments

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Jefferson Townhouses

Richfield Place Apartments

Village at the Arbors

New Manchester Flats

Overlook at Brook Run I & II

The Grand Richmond at Brook Run
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Alexander at 1090

Glenns at Millers Lane

Morningside Apartments

Grace & Monroe Apartments

The Park at Ridgedale

Summerdale Apartments
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Glenwood Ridge Apartments

Urbana at Hioaks

Creekside Manor Apartments

Bellevue

Quarter Mill

Norcroft Townhomes-55 and older
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Lawndale Farms

The Arbors at Hull Street Senior Apartments

Highland Terrace Apartments

Venus At Manchester Apartments

Townhouses of White Oak

Watermark Gardens

The Greens at Virginia Center
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Lambert Landing II
Richmond, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Richmond?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Richmond Studio Apartments | $1,363 | $715 | $5,349 |
Richmond 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,640 | $629 | $7,027 |
Richmond 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,959 | $809 | $10,000+ |
Richmond 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,451 | $879 | $10,000+ |
Richmond 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,390 | $750 | $7,250 |
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Getting Around Richmond, VA
Walk Score®
59 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
53 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
26 / 100
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A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Low Income Richmond Apartments
What is the Cheapest Low Income apartment in Richmond?
Currently the most affordable Low Income Apartment in Richmond is at New Manchester Flats listed at $837.
How much is the average rent for a Low Income Richmond Apartment?
The average rent for a Low Income Apartment in Richmond is $1,329.
What is the largest Low Income Richmond Apartment for rent?
Today's Low Income apartment with the most square footage in Richmond is a 1,406 square feet unit starting from $1,685 at Creek's Edge at Stony Point.
What is the average size for Richmond Low Income Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Low Income rental in Richmond is currently at 655 sq ft.
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A Local Experts Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Richmond, VA
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