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Apartments under $1,000 for Rent in Petersburg, VA

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  3. Building Photo - Petersburg ArtistSpace Lofts
    1 Month Free
    1 Month Free
    STUDIO
    $1,011+
    1 BED
    $1,071+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$891 - $1,659
    Required Monthly Fees$120
    Total Monthly Price$1,011 - $1,779
         - 12 Month Lease

    Petersburg ArtistSpace Lofts

    120 Perry St, Petersburg, VA 23803
    (804) 571-7282
  4. Building Photo - Old Towne Flats
    $130 Off
    Price Drop. $130 Off
    1 BED
    $1,147
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$995 - $1,150
    Required Monthly Fees$152
    Total Monthly Price$1,147 - $1,302
         - 12 Month Lease

    Old Towne Flats

    230 N Sycamore St, Petersburg, VA 23803
    (804) 451-6722
  7. Rent Special
    Rent Special
    1 BED
    $945
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$940 - $959
    Required Monthly Fees$5
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$945 - $964

    The Residences at Southern Oaks

    2217 Sedgwick St, Petersburg, VA 23805
    (804) 203-0644
  12. Building Photo - Union Flats
    Exceptional Value
    STUDIO
    $690+
    1 BED
    $840+
    Plus Fees

    Union Flats

    36 N Union St, Petersburg, VA 23803
  14. STUDIO
    $800+
    1 BED
    $1,019+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$770 - $989
    Required Monthly Fees$30
    Total Monthly Price$800 - $1,019

    Studio 622

    622 E Wythe St, Petersburg, VA 23803
  18. Building Photo - 616 Harrison St
    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
  19. Building Photo - 1221 Montgomery Ave
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,000
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,000
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,000

    1221 Montgomery Ave

    1221 Montgomery Ave, Petersburg, VA 23803
  20. 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
  21. 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
  22. 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
  23. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $900
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$900
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$900

    1043 6th St

    1043 6th St, Petersburg, VA 23803
  30. 2 BEDS
    $895
    Plus Fees

    Stainback

    416 S West St, Petersburg, VA 23803

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Petersburg at a Glance

Average Rent

$1,103
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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
1,080 Students
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Petersburg High School

Public High School

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

Public Middle School

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

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 8-9
570 Students
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Walnut Hill Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
574 Students
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Cool Spring Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
540 Students
GreatSchools Rating
Pleasants Lane Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
493 Students
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Lakemont Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
393 Students

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