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  2. Building Photo - Petersburg ArtistSpace Lofts
    STUDIO
    $1,011
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$891 - $1,153
    Required Monthly Fees$120
    Total Monthly Price$1,011 - $1,273
         - 12 Month Lease

    Petersburg ArtistSpace Lofts

    120 Perry St, Petersburg, VA 23803
    (804) 571-7282
  4. Building Photo - Old Towne Flats
    STUDIO
    $1,231
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,079 - $1,300
    Required Monthly Fees$151
    Total Monthly Price$1,230 - $1,451
         - 12 Month Lease

    Old Towne Flats

    230 N Sycamore St, Petersburg, VA 23803
    (804) 451-6722
  6. Building Photo - Studio 622
    STUDIO
    $839
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$809 - $834
    Required Monthly Fees$30
    Total Monthly Price$839 - $864

    Studio 622

    622 E Wythe St, Petersburg, VA 23803
  7. Building Photo - Union Flats
    STUDIO
    $690
    Plus Fees

    Union Flats

    36 N Union St, Petersburg, VA 23803
  8. STUDIO
    $842
    Plus Fees

    Star Lofts

    16 S Market St, Petersburg, VA 23803

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$1,091
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Petersburg, VA Apartments for Rent

Petersburg is an independent city located at the fall line of the Appomattox River, just south of Richmond, with a rich history dating back to 1645 when Fort Henry first attracted traders and settlers to the area. Those looking for apartments for rent in Petersburg will find an affordable housing market with average rents significantly below state and national averages, making it an attractive option for budget-conscious renters seeking historic charm combined with convenience.

Renting in Petersburg offers access to the well-preserved Old Towne district, where antique architecture has been updated with contemporary amenities alongside newer apartment communities that provide modern living spaces. The city sits at the intersection of Interstate 85 and Interstate 95, providing convenient commutes to Richmond and the Tidewater region, while Petersburg Area Transit connects residents throughout the city. Renters can enjoy the River Street Market, explore over 330 acres at Lee Memorial Park, and take advantage of the downtown area's coffee shops, restaurants, and boutiques along historic Cockade Alley, all while benefiting from a cost of living that runs below both state and national averages.

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Petersburg High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
Students
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Vernon Johns Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
Students
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Vernon Johns Jr. High School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 8-9
579 Students
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Walnut Hill Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
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Pleasants Lane elementary

Public Elementary School

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Grades K-5
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Lakemont Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
Students
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Cool Spring Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
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