Cheap Apartments for Rent in the The Museum District Richmond, VA from $800 (18 Rentals)

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Virginia Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Virginia Apartments

2602-2608 Kensington AveRichmond, VA 23220
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3329 Cutshaw Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3329 Cutshaw Ave

3329 Cutshaw AveRichmond, VA 23230
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MacTavish Flats
1 Bedroom Apartments

MacTavish Flats

1302 MacTavish AveRichmond, VA 23230
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306 N Mulberry St
2 Bedroom Apartments

306 N Mulberry St

306 N Mulberry StRichmond, VA 23220
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Osprey Lofts
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Osprey Lofts

3210 W Leigh StRichmond, VA 23230
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Argon Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Argon Apartments

3805 Cutshaw AveRichmond, VA 23230
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3514 Park Ave.
2 Bedroom Apartments

3514 Park Ave.

3514 Park AveRichmond, VA 23221
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Kensington Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kensington Court

2900 Kensington AveRichmond, VA 23221
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The Museum District, Richmond, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available The Museum District Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the The Museum District area of Richmond, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Summit at Scotts Addition priced from $1,324. Soda Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,450. Here are the most affordable The Museum District apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Summit at Scotts AdditionThe Retreat1BR,1BA$1,324
Soda Flats1L1BR,1BA$1,450
The Nest11C1BR,1BA$1,536
Scott's ViewCardinal - Mazarine1BR,1BA$1,567
Kensington, Patterson Place and Grove AveKensington Place - Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,576

Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Museum District, VA

As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the The Museum District area is the $1.73 price per square foot 2A (RENO) Model at River School Lofts in the in the Far West neighborhood starting from $2,110. The second greatest value The Museum District apartment is the The Diamond Model at Courtyard Lofts starting at $1,725 with a $1.62 price per square foot in the Bellevue neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for The Museum District apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
River School Lofts2A (RENO)2BR,1BA$1.73
Courtyard LoftsThe Diamond2BR,2BA$1.62
Kensington, Patterson Place and Grove AveKensington Place - Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.58
The Collection of Historic RichmondB4 & B52BR,1BA$1.97
Hardwicke HouseHardwicke House Unit 3142BR,2BA$2.46
The PreserveThe Real Thing1BR,1BA$2.40
The Icon1 Bedroom Tower1BR,1BA$2.39
INK at Scott's CollectionMirela1BR,1BA$2.41
The Summit at Scotts AdditionThe Chateau1BR,1BA$2.48
The Gallery Midtown ApartmentsClassic Ellwood1BR,1BA$2.30

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
The Museum District, Richmond, VA

Ranked #139

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 The Museum District Neighborhood in Richmond, VA

Walk Score®

91 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

79 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

45 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap The Museum District Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom The Museum District Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom The Museum District Apartment is $1,324 at The Summit at Scotts Addition.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom The Museum District Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in The Museum District is starting from $1,576 at Kensington, Patterson Place and Grove Ave.

What is the most affordable The Museum District Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap The Museum District Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 3425 Kensington Avenue and starts from $1,795.

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