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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Modern convenience
  • High-speed internet access
  • In-unit washer & dryer
  • Storage spaces
  • Stainless steel refrigerator

Location

132 N Sycamore St, Petersburg, VA 23803, USA
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Management

Peak Property Management

Leasing office

(804) 372-3272

Property Overview

Butterworth Flats stands out with a Zumper expert rating of 8.3, reflecting a highly favorable option for renters. Its impressive amenities, including high-speed internet, in-unit laundry, and stainless steel appliances, are complemented by a competitive price rating of 9, ensuring excellent value. The location also earns a top rating, providing easy access to transportation and local attractions, while a trustworthiness score of 8 indicates transparency and reliability in its management.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Butterworth Flats is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Butterworth Flats has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Dishwasher
  • Package service

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath500 sqft$1,425 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to Butterworth Flats, a community in the heart of historic Downtown Petersburg. Set in a beautifully restored 19th-century building, our loft-style apartments combine original architectural character with modern convenience to create a one-of-a-kind living experience. Each spacious loft features exposed brick walls and designer finishes, offering a distinctive blend of industrial charm and contemporary style. Each unit includes the following appliance package: ✔️In-unit Washer & Dryer ✔️Stainless Steel Refrigerator ✔️Ceramic Cooktop ✔️Microwave ✔️Dishwasher & Garbage Disposal We also include all essential utilities to make your move simple and stress-free: ✅Water / Sewer / Trash ✅ High-Speed Internet Access ✅ Direct TV Entertainment Package ✅ Electricity Included – up to $85/month (overages billed separately within 30 days) Storage spaces are available in the building for an additional rent based on square feet. Ask our agent about adding a storage space to your lease! Tenant is required to enroll in Tenant Benefit Package for $38/month. Lease Administration Fee ($195) due upon signing Application Fee is non-refundable in all situations In an effort to provide a great Tenant experience, we encourage all applicants to review our Tenant Fee Schedule document before submitting an application to better understand all potential Tenant fees. This can be found on our website under the Tenant Resources tab. All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed

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Amenities for Butterworth Flats

Appliances

DishwasherGarbage Disposal
IcemakerIn-Unit Laundry
RefrigeratorWasher and Dryer

Tech

Internet

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Services

Package Service

Other

Water, Trash, & Sewer
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

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About Butterworth Flats

HomeApartments in Petersburg Butterworth Flats

Welcome to Butterworth Flats, a community in the heart of historic Downtown Petersburg. Set in a beautifully restored 19th-century building, our loft-style apartments combine original architectural character with modern convenience to create a one-of-a-kind living experience. Each spacious loft features exposed brick walls and designer finishes, offering a distinctive blend of industrial charm and contemporary style. Each unit includes the following appliance package: ✔️In-unit Washer & Dryer ✔️Stainless Steel Refrigerator ✔️Ceramic Cooktop ✔️Microwave ✔️Dishwasher & Garbage Disposal We also include all essential utilities to make your move simple and stress-free: ✅Water / Sewer / Trash ✅ High-Speed Internet Access ✅ Direct TV Entertainment Package ✅ Electricity Included – up to $85/month (overages billed separately within 30 days) Storage spaces are available in the building for an additional rent based on square feet. Ask our agent about adding a storage space to your lease! Tenant is required to enroll in Tenant Benefit Package for $38/month. Lease Administration Fee ($195) due upon signing Application Fee is non-refundable in all situations In an effort to provide a great Tenant experience, we encourage all applicants to review our Tenant Fee Schedule document before submitting an application to better understand all potential Tenant fees. This can be found on our website under the Tenant Resources tab. All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Butterworth Flats is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Butterworth Flats has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Butterworth Flats
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Butterworth Flats stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Butterworth Flats goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Butterworth Flats receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Butterworth Flats is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Butterworth Flats does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Butterworth Flats compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Package service
More secure storage for delivery

Considerations

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Rent trends in Petersburg

1-bedroom apartments at Butterworth Flats cost about 30% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Petersburg.

Median rents as of Jan 24 2026.
Petersburg
A table of studio rental data trends in Petersburg
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$1,019
March 2024$1,019
April 2024$983
May 2024$993
August 2024$932
September 2024$996
April 2025$1,075
May 2025$1,035
June 2025$1,055
July 2025$1,003
August 2025$1,030
September 2025$1,021
October 2025$981
November 2025$947
December 2025$1,019
January 2026$926

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$57,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $57,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,425.
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Schools near Butterworth Flats

Westview Early Childhood Education Center

1100 patterson st

petersburg, VA, 23803

PKPublic

Pleasants Lane Elementary School

100 pleasants ln

petersburg, VA, 23803

K-5Public
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Getting around Petersburg near 132 N Sycamore St

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 132 N Sycamore St, Petersburg

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

1/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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