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  4. Building Photo - Towers on Franklin
    STUDIO
    $1,035
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$900 - $1,005
    Required Monthly Fees$135
    Total Monthly Price$1,035 - $1,140
         - 12 Month Lease

    Towers on Franklin

    104 W Franklin St, Richmond, VA 23220
    (804) 655-0197
  13. 1 BED
    $1,003
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$975 - $1,352
    Required Monthly Fees$28
    Total Monthly Price$1,003 - $1,380

    Residence at Brookside

    6540 Greenbank Rd, Richmond, VA 23225
    (804) 409-2153
  17. 1 BED
    $892
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$817 - $975
    Required Monthly Fees$74
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$891 - $1,049

    Falling Creek Apartments

    2530 Marina Dr, Richmond, VA 23234
    (804) 571-7643
  23. Building Photo - Belle Summit
    1 BED
    $856
    Plus Fees - 12 Month Lease

    Belle Summit

    600 Cowardin Ave, Richmond, VA 23224
  27. 1 BED
    $1,000
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,000 - $2,400
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,000 - $2,400
         - 1 Month Lease

    1619 N 28th St

    1619 N 28th St, Richmond, VA 23223
  28. 1 BED
    $671+
    2 BEDS
    $781+
    Plus Fees - 12 Month Lease

    Market Square

    7300 Taw St, Richmond, VA 23237
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Living & Renting in Richmond

Richmond at a Glance

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$1,418
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26

Some Transit

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Somewhat Bikeable

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Richmond, VA Apartments for Rent

Richmond serves as Virginia's capital city, sitting right at the James River's fall line where Thomas Jefferson designed the iconic State Capitol building. If you're searching for apartments for rent in Richmond, you'll discover a city that beautifully balances colonial architecture with modern living, offering everything from converted historic rowhouses in The Fan district to contemporary apartment communities in Scott's Addition.

Renting in Richmond gives you access to neighborhoods that fit different lifestyles and budgets. The Fan and Carytown feature walkable streets packed with local shops, restaurants, and art galleries, while areas like Shockoe Bottom put you close to nightlife and entertainment venues. Located at the crossroads of Interstates 95 and 64, the city makes commuting easy, and the GRTC public transit system connects residents throughout the metro area. With Virginia Commonwealth University and the University of Richmond nearby, the city draws both students and professionals, while the James River Park System delivers outdoor adventures including hiking trails and whitewater rafting just minutes from downtown apartment communities.

Why Richmond?

  • Richmond is consistently ranked among the Best Places to Live and Work in America by several publications
  • Richmond is home to several colleges and universities including the University of Richmond and Virginia Commonwealth University
  • Richmond is within a two-hour drive of the mountains, the ocean, and Washington, DC
  • The city has a thriving dining, nightlife, and arts scene
  • The city has 30 breweries and many have gained national attention
  • There are multiple festivals and events held year round like HeART & Soul Brewfest and Filthy 5K-Ish Mud Run

Renting in Richmond

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Getting Around Richmond

Transportation

59

Somewhat Walkable

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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
53

Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.
26

Some Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
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Richmond Community High

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Open High

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Godwin High

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Monacan High

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Grades 9-12
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Pocahontas Middle

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Grades 6-8
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Albert Hill Middle

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Grades 6-8
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Tuckahoe Middle

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Grades 6-8
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Moody Middle

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