Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Swanson Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $700 (32 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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Tuscany Townhomes
2 Bedroom Apartments

Tuscany Townhomes

3124 Snead CtRichmond, VA 23224
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310 W 31st
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

310 W 31st

310 W 31st StreetRichmond, VA 23225
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Swanson, Richmond, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Swanson Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Swanson area of Richmond, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Kingly Ones and Briarwood Court Apartments priced from $825. Chesterfield Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $959. Here are the most affordable Swanson apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Kingly Ones and Briarwood Court Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$825
Chesterfield FlatsA1R - Renovated1BR,1BA$959
Deering ManorAcorn2BR,1BA$960
Norcroft Townhomes-55 and older1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$970
Residence at BrooksideOne Bedroom Galley Style1BR,1BA$997
Rock CreekPhase I One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,040
Linden at Forest HillOne Bedroom - A1BR,1BA$1,050
Park Vue2 Bedrooms and 1 Bath - 719 Sq.Ft2BR,1BA$1,050
Kingswood CoveOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1,054

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Swanson, VA

As of February 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Swanson area is the $1.08 price per square foot Wood II Model at Townhouses of Chesterfield II in the in the Broad Rock neighborhood starting from $1,195. The second greatest value Swanson apartment is the 1X1 Model at The Arbors at Hull Street Senior Apartments starting at $1,201 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the Midlothian neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Swanson apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Townhouses of Chesterfield IIWood II2BR,1.5BA$1.08
The Arbors at Hull Street Senior Apartments1X11BR,1BA$1.28
James River Pointe2 Bed/1.5 Bath- Phase 22BR,1.5BA$1.47
Brookmont2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.38
Rock CreekPhase I One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.48
3809 McGuire Dr, Unit B3809 McGuire Dr2BR,1BA$1.29
Residence at BrooksideOne Bedroom Galley Style1BR,1BA$1.44
Norcroft Townhomes-55 and older1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.42
Deering ManorAcorn2BR,1BA$1.48
Kingly Ones and Briarwood Court Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.38

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Swanson, Richmond, VA

Ranked #97

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Best Local Schools in
Swanson, Richmond, VA

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Swanson, Richmond, VA

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Getting Around the Swanson Neighborhood in Richmond, VA

Walk Score®

50 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

44 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

31 / 100

Some Transit

A few 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 Swanson Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Swanson Apartment is $825 at Kingly Ones and Briarwood Court Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Swanson is starting from $960 at Deering Manor.

What is the most affordable Swanson Three Bedroom Apartment?

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

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