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New Manchester Flats
715 E 4th StRichmond, VA 23224
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Attain Shockoe
1903 E Marshall StRichmond, VA 23223
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2001 E Franklin StRichmond, VA 23223
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908 Oliver Hill WayRichmond, VA 23219
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1951 Venable StRichmond, VA 23223
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3801 Glenwood AveRichmond, VA 23223
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1407-1411 E Cary StRichmond, VA 23219
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East, Richmond, VA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Studio Apartments | $1,337 | $909 | $2,289 |
| East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,500 | $700 | $3,063 |
| East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,779 | $832 | $3,805 |
| East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,039 | $1,395 | $2,867 |
| East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,520 | $1,520 | $1,520 |
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Cheapest Available East Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the East area of Richmond, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at New Manchester Flats priced from $702. Attain Shockoe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $974. Here are the most affordable East apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Manchester Flats | The Decatur | 1BR,1BA | $702 |
| Attain Shockoe | James River | Studio,1BA | $974 |
| The Oliver | The Virginia | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| The Masonry | Old Stone Row 1x1, Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $1,020 |
| Lava Lofts | Sleeper Loft RRY 106 | Studio,1BA | $1,055 |
| 1407 E Cary Street | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Mallard Greens | TWO BEDROOMS JUST FOR YOU!! AVAILABLE NOW - WH... | 2BR,1BA | $1,103 |
| The Villas of Oakwood | Cedar | 2BR,1BA | $1,134 |
| Market Villas | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East, VA
As of April 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the East area is the $1.35 price per square foot 1205 N 34th St Model at 1205 N 34th St, Unit 1205N.34thSt in the in the East neighborhood starting from $2,495. The second greatest value East apartment is the B1.1 Model at Raven Place starting at $1,730 with a $1.47 price per square foot in the Downtown Richmond neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1205 N 34th St, Unit 1205N.34thSt | 1205 N 34th St | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.35 |
| Raven Place | B1.1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| Atrium Lofts at Cold Storage | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Mallard Greens | TWO BEDROOMS JUST FOR YOU!! AVAILABLE NOW - WH... | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| American Cigar | One Bedroom, One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Jefferson Townhouses | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| 1407 E Cary Street | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| 811 Mosby St, Unit C | 811 Mosby St | 2BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| New Manchester Flats | The James | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.45 |
| 1527 Mechanicsville Tpke, Unit 3 | 1527 Mechanicsville Tpke | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
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Best Local Schools in East, Richmond, VA
Martin Luther King Jr. Middle
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Public School - Grades 6-8 (501)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East?
The cheapest apartment in East is New Manchester Flats which is listed at $702, while the average apartment in East costs $2,990.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East?
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 123 regular apartments in East 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 East?
Cheap apartments in East have an average cost of $781 which is $2,209 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East.
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