Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Elkhardt Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $700 (20 Rentals)

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Sterling Beaufont
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Sterling Beaufont

6901 Carnation StRichmond, VA 23225
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Foxwood
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Foxwood

5000-5006 Snead RdRichmond, VA 23224
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Elkhardt, Richmond, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Elkhardt Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Elkhardt area of Richmond, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Kingswood Cove priced from $995. Residence at Brookside has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,120. Here are the most affordable Elkhardt apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Kingswood CoveOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$995
Residence at BrooksideRenovated Galley Style One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,120
404 Rivertowne Apartment HomesRegency1BR,1BA$1,120
Brookmont2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,149
Urbana at Hioaks1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,149

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elkhardt, VA

As of May 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Elkhardt area is the $1.44 price per square foot The Springhill Model at Birchwood at Boulders in the in the Midlothian neighborhood starting from $1,749. The second greatest value Elkhardt apartment is the 2X1.5 Model at The Arbors at Hull Street Senior Apartments starting at $1,450 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Midlothian neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elkhardt apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Birchwood at BouldersThe Springhill2BR,2BA$1.44
The Arbors at Hull Street Senior Apartments2X1.52BR,1.5BA$1.23
Residence at BrooksideRenovated Two Bedroom Townhome2BR,1.5BA$1.63
Manchester Lake TownhomesMallard2BR,1.5BA$1.42
James River Pointe2 Bed/1 Bath- Phase 12BR,1BA$1.42
Brookmont2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.38
Urbana at Hioaks1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.51
Rock CreekPhase II One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.72
404 Rivertowne Apartment HomesRegency1BR,1BA$1.75
Kingswood CoveOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1.63

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Elkhardt, Richmond, VA

Ranked #130

Among neighborhoods in Richmond, VA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Elkhardt Neighborhood in Richmond, VA

Walk Score®

33 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

31 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

26 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Elkhardt Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Elkhardt Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Elkhardt Apartment is $995 at Kingswood Cove.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Elkhardt Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Elkhardt is starting from $1,149 at Brookmont.

What is the most affordable Elkhardt Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Elkhardt Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Urbana at Hioaks and starts from $1,540.

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