Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Shockoe Bottom Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $800 (19 Rentals)
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The Masonry

Attain Shockoe

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Shockoe Bottom, Richmond, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shockoe Bottom?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Shockoe Bottom Studio Apartments | $1,159 | $804 | $2,311 |
Shockoe Bottom 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,529 | $1,020 | $3,144 |
Shockoe Bottom 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,789 | $1,266 | $3,413 |
Shockoe Bottom 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,165 | $1,730 | $2,867 |
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There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Shockoe Bottom Neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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Cheapest Available Shockoe Bottom Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Shockoe Bottom area of Richmond, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Masonry priced from $1,020. Attain Shockoe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,038. Here are the most affordable Shockoe Bottom apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Masonry | Old Stone Row 1x1, Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $1,020 |
Attain Shockoe | Elmwood | 1BR,1BA | $1,038 |
River Lofts at Tobacco Row | One Bedroom, One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,220 |
American Cigar | One Bedroom, One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,240 |
Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk | Canal 236 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,252 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shockoe Bottom, VA
As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Shockoe Bottom area is the $0.96 price per square foot Canal 236 1 Bed Model at Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk in the in the Downtown Richmond neighborhood starting from $1,252. The second greatest value Shockoe Bottom 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 Shockoe Bottom apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk | Canal 236 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
Raven Place | B1.1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
Lofts and Upper Lofts at Canal Walk III | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
Consolidated | One Bedroom, One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
Market Villas | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.94 |
1710 East Franklin Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
River Lofts at Tobacco Row | One Bedroom, One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
Poythress Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
American Cigar | One Bedroom, One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
Pohlig Box Factory Apartments | Pohlig - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
Getting Around the Shockoe Bottom Neighborhood in Richmond, VA
Walk Score®
89 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
62 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
55 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shockoe Bottom Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Shockoe Bottom Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Shockoe Bottom Apartment is $1,020 at The Masonry.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Shockoe Bottom Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Shockoe Bottom is starting from $1,349 at Shockoe Valley View.
What is the most affordable Shockoe Bottom Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Shockoe Bottom Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Market Villas and starts from $1,730.
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