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  4. Building Photo - Petersburg ArtistSpace Lofts
    Discounts
    Discounts
    STUDIO
    $1,011+
    1 BED
    $1,071+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$891 - $1,662
    Required Monthly Fees$120
    Total Monthly Price$1,011 - $1,782
         - 12 Month Lease

    Petersburg ArtistSpace Lofts

    120 Perry St, Petersburg, VA 23803
    (804) 571-7282
  7. Exceptional Value
    1 BED
    $1,047
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$895 - $1,050
    Required Monthly Fees$152
    Total Monthly Price$1,047 - $1,202
         - 12 Month Lease

    Old Towne Flats

    230 N Sycamore St, Petersburg, VA 23803
    (804) 451-6722
  9. $100 Off
    Price Drop. $100 Off
    2 BEDS
    $895
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$895
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$895

    Viva Colina

    1517 Halifax St, Petersburg, VA 23803
    (804) 375-5778
  15. Building Photo - Union Flats
    Exceptional Value
    STUDIO
    $690+
    1 BED
    $775+
    Plus Fees

    Union Flats

    36 N Union St, Petersburg, VA 23803
  16. Building Photo - Studio 622
    Good Value
    STUDIO
    $805+
    1 BED
    $1,019+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$775 - $989
    Required Monthly Fees$30
    Total Monthly Price$805 - $1,019

    Studio 622

    622 E Wythe St, Petersburg, VA 23803
  17. 1 Month Free
    1 Month Free
    STUDIO
    $964
    Plus Fees

    Market St Lofts

    201 Hinton St, Petersburg, VA 23803
  18. 1 BED
    $950
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$950 - $1,250
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$950 - $1,250
         - 12 Month Lease

    634 S Sycamore St

    634 S Sycamore St, Petersburg, VA 23803
  21. Building Photo - Petersburg Virginia
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $795
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$795
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$795

    Petersburg Virginia

    913 Priam St, Petersburg, VA 23803
  23. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $800
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$800
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$800

    616 Harrison St

    616 Harrison St, Petersburg, VA 23803
  24. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $595
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$595
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$595

    647 W Washington St

    647 W Washington St, Petersburg, VA 23803
  25. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $999
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$999
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$999

    712 High St Unit Apt 4

    712 High St, Petersburg, VA 23803
  26. Building Photo - 712 High St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $999
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$999
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$999

    712 High St Unit Apt 1

    712 High St, Petersburg, VA 23803
  27. Building Photo - 712 High St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $999
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$999
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$999

    712 High St Unit Apt 7

    712 High St, Petersburg, VA 23803
  28. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $999
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$999
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$999

    712 High St Unit Apt 5

    712 High St, Petersburg, VA 23803
  29. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $999
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$999
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$999

    712 High St Unit Apt 8

    712 High St, Petersburg, VA 23803
  30. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $999
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$999
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$999

    712 High St Unit Apt 6

    712 High St, Petersburg, VA 23803
  31. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $995
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$995
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$995

    104 Lee Ave

    104 Lee Ave, Colonial Heights, VA 23834
  32. 2 BEDS
    $895
    Plus Fees

    Stainback

    416 S West St, Petersburg, VA 23803

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$1,106
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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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Education

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Petersburg High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,080 Students
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Petersburg High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,080 Students
GreatSchools Rating
Vernon Johns Middle School

Public Middle School

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

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 8-9
570 Students
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Walnut Hill Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
515 Students
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Walnut Hill Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
515 Students
GreatSchools Rating
Pleasants Lane elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
540 Students
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Cool Spring Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
530 Students
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Lakemont Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
349 Students

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