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1527 Mechanicsville TpkeRichmond, VA 23223
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Attain Shockoe
1903 E Marshall StRichmond, VA 23223
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The Masonry
2001 E Franklin StRichmond, VA 23223
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Kings Point Apartments
3401 Prince David DrRichmond, VA 23223
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210 E Grace St
206-212 E Grace StRichmond, VA 23219
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1951 Venable StRichmond, VA 23223
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11 N Laburnum AveRichmond, VA 23223
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3801 Glenwood AveRichmond, VA 23223
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500 Stockton StRichmond, VA 23224
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908 Oliver Hill WayRichmond, VA 23219
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301 Dabbs House RdRichmond, VA 23223
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Fairfield, Richmond, VA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fairfield?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield Studio Apartments | $1,269 | $804 | $2,289 |
| Fairfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,510 | $700 | $3,690 |
| Fairfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,784 | $939 | $5,670 |
| Fairfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,208 | $879 | $3,446 |
| Fairfield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,194 | $769 | $1,620 |
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There are currently 37 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Fairfield Neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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Cheapest Available Fairfield Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fairfield area of Richmond, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Attain Shockoe priced from $895. Kings Point Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $990. Here are the most affordable Fairfield apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attain Shockoe | Bellevue | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Kings Point Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
| Jefferson Townhouses | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Townsend Square | Townhomes starting at $1000.00- Now Accepting A... | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Pointe at River City | Gold | 2BR,1BA | $1,014 |
| The Masonry | Old Stone Row 1x1, Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $1,020 |
| Miller Lofts @ Plant Zero | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,079 |
| The Oliver | The Belle | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| 1407 E Cary Street | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairfield, VA
As of May 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fairfield area is the $1.37 price per square foot 1204 E Brookland Park Blvd Model at 1204 E Brookland Park Blvd, Unit 1 in the in the Chestnut Hill neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Fairfield apartment is the Canal 236 1 Bed Model at Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk starting at $1,244 with a $0.96 price per square foot in the Downtown Richmond neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairfield apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1204 E Brookland Park Blvd, Unit 1 | 1204 E Brookland Park Blvd | 3BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk | Canal 236 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| Raven Place | B1.1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| Townsend Square | Townhomes starting at $1000.00- Now Accepting A... | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk III | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| 1407 E Cary Street | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Atrium Lofts at Cold Storage | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Mallard Greens | TWO BEDROOMS JUST FOR YOU!! AVAILABLE NOW - WH... | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Pointe at River City | Diamond | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| 1527 Mechanicsville Tpke, Unit 3 | 1527 Mechanicsville Tpke | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
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Getting Around the Fairfield Neighborhood in Richmond, VA
Walk Score®
34 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
52 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
36 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fairfield Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Fairfield?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Fairfield is under $1,099.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fairfield?
The cheapest apartment in Fairfield is Attain Shockoe which is listed at $895, while the average apartment in Fairfield costs $3,145.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fairfield?
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 114 regular apartments in Fairfield 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 Fairfield?
Cheap apartments in Fairfield have an average cost of $528 which is $2,617 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fairfield.
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