
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Westlake Hills Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $600 (19 Rentals)
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300 S Arthur Ashe Blvd

3208 Ellwood Ave
Westlake Hills, Richmond, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Westlake Hills?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Westlake Hills Studio Apartments | $1,115 | $1,099 | $1,200 |
Westlake Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,608 | $629 | $2,259 |
Westlake Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,874 | $809 | $3,351 |
Westlake Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,414 | $984 | $3,884 |
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There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Westlake Hills Neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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Cheapest Available Westlake Hills Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Westlake Hills area of Richmond, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Ashton Square Apartments priced from $629. The Arbors Senior Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable Westlake Hills apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Ashton Square Apartments | Ashley | 1BR,1BA | $629 |
The Arbors Senior Apartments | Move-in Special Now offering Reduced Rent - ... | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
Forest Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
404 Rivertowne Apartment Homes | Vanderbilt | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Urbana at Hioaks | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Westlake Hills, VA
As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Westlake Hills 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 Westlake Hills apartment is the 3 Bed 1.5 Bath Model at Stratford Hills Apartment and Townhomes starting at $2,049 with a $1.72 price per square foot in the Midlothian neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Westlake Hills 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 |
Stratford Hills Apartment and Townhomes | 3 Bed 1.5 Bath | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.72 |
Morningside Apartments | White Oak Tax Credit | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
James River Pointe | 2 Bed/1.5 Bath- Phase 2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.50 |
Willow Oaks Apartments | 1BR/1.5BA | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.60 |
Urbana at Hioaks | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
Ashton Square Apartments | West | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
The Residences of Westover Hills | 1BR 1BA Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
404 Rivertowne Apartment Homes | Regency | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
The Arbors Senior Apartments | Move-in Special Now offering Reduced Rent - ... | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWestlake Hills, Richmond, VA
Ranked #134
Among neighborhoods in Richmond, VA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Westlake Hills, Richmond, VA
Elizabeth D. Redd Elementary
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Getting Around the Westlake Hills Neighborhood in Richmond, VA
Walk Score®
16 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
24 / 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 Westlake Hills Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Westlake Hills?
The cheapest apartment in Westlake Hills is Ashton Square Apartments which is listed at $629, while the average apartment in Westlake Hills costs $2,070.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Westlake Hills?
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 35 regular apartments in Westlake Hills 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 Westlake Hills?
Cheap apartments in Westlake Hills have an average cost of $520 which is $1,550 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Westlake Hills.
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