
Cheap Homes for Rent in Swanson Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $900 (4 Rentals)
Cheap Homes in the Swanson area of Richmond.


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Swanson, Richmond, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Swanson?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Swanson 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,615 | $1,500 | $1,695 |
Swanson 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,102 | $1,500 | $3,800 |
Swanson 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,299 | $2,199 | $2,500 |
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There are currently 4 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Swanson Neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Swanson, VA
As of May 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Swanson 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 Swanson 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 Swanson apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Birchwood at Boulders | The Springhill | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
The Arbors at Hull Street Senior Apartments | 2X1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.23 |
Townhouses of Chesterfield II | Wood II | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.08 |
Manchester Lake Townhomes | Mallard | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.42 |
Chesterfield Flats | B2P | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
James River Pointe | 2 Bed/1.5 Bath- Phase 2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.50 |
Brookmont | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
Urbana at Hioaks | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
Deering Manor | Chestnut | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
Kingly Ones and Briarwood Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Swanson
What type of rentals are currently available in Swanson?
There are currently 80 Apartments for Rent in Swanson, VA with pricing that ranges from $629 to $3,800. There are also 23 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Swanson ranging from $975 to $3,800.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Swanson?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Swanson ranges from $975 to $3,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,747.
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