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1729 Porter St, Richmond, VA 23224, USA|Swansboro
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Property Overview
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Things you’ll love
More space
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 3BR/2.0BA | 3 bed | 2 bath | 1,967 sqft | $2,200 /mo | 1 unit available | Don't miss this spacious (almost 2,000 sf) apartment in the Swansboro neighborhood just minutes from the best of RVA. Features 2 full bathrooms (including an ensuite bath in the massive primary bedroom), a large living room, a well-equipped kitchen, and a covered front porch. Conveniently located at the edge of Swansboro and Manchester with quick access to numerous parks (JRPS, Forest Hill, Carter Jones, etc.) and only minutes from downtown. Attractive layout with foyer, living room, and kitchen on the first floor and all three bedrooms and two bathrooms on the second floor. Flooded with natural light and featuring two-zone central air with gas furnace for efficient heating and cooling. Tenants share the cost of utilities with Apt B paying 25% of water, sewer, gas, and electric. |
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Amenities for 1729 Porter Street
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
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About 1729 Porter Street
Don't miss this spacious (almost 2,000 sf) apartment in the Swansboro neighborhood just minutes from the best of RVA. Features 2 full bathrooms (including an ensuite bath in the massive primary bedroom), a large living room, a well-equipped kitchen, and a covered front porch. Conveniently located at the edge of Swansboro and Manchester with quick access to numerous parks (JRPS, Forest Hill, Carter Jones, etc.) and only minutes from downtown. Attractive layout with foyer, living room, and kitchen on the first floor and all three bedrooms and two bathrooms on the second floor. Flooded with natural light and featuring two-zone central air with gas furnace for efficient heating and cooling. Tenants share the cost of utilities with Apt B paying 25% of water, sewer, gas, and electric.
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 GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 1729 Porter Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1729 Porter Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
1729 Porter Street 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.
1729 Porter Street 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, 1729 Porter Street 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.
1729 Porter Street 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 1729 Porter Street 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.
1729 Porter Street is great for:
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 1729 Porter Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 3-bedroom is 558 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Swansboro
3-bedroom apartments at 1729 Porter Street cost about 18% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Swansboro.
Median rents as of Jul 18 2026.
Swansboro
Richmond
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $1,352 |
| September 2024 | $1,359 |
| October 2024 | $1,374 |
| November 2024 | $1,397 |
| December 2024 | $1,408 |
| January 2025 | $1,419 |
| February 2025 | $1,426 |
| March 2025 | $1,398 |
| April 2025 | $1,363 |
| May 2025 | $1,373 |
| June 2025 | $1,397 |
| July 2025 | $1,399 |
| August 2025 | $1,408 |
| September 2025 | $1,397 |
| October 2025 | $1,407 |
| November 2025 | $1,440 |
| December 2025 | $1,450 |
| January 2026 | $1,433 |
| February 2026 | $1,428 |
| March 2026 | $1,421 |
| April 2026 | $1,410 |
| May 2026 | $1,442 |
| June 2026 | $1,413 |
| July 2026 | $1,396 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $760 |
| September 2024 | $760 |
| February 2025 | $750 |
| March 2025 | $750 |
| May 2025 | $752 |
| January 2026 | $780 |
| February 2026 | $771 |
| March 2026 | $760 |
| April 2026 | $770 |
| June 2026 | $1,200 |
| July 2026 | $1,175 |
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Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $88,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,200.
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Schools near 1729 Porter Street
Maymont Pre-K Center
1211 s allen ave
richmond, VA, 23220
PKPublic
Amelia Street School
1821 amelia st
richmond, VA, 23220
PK, K-12Public
Martin Luther King Jr. Early Learning Center
900 mosby st
richmond, VA, 23223
PKPublic
Westover Hills Elementary School
1211 jahnke rd
richmond, VA, 23225
PK, K-5Public
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Summer Hill Preschool Center
2717 alexander ave
richmond, VA, 23234
PKPublic
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Getting around Richmond near 1729 Porter St
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 1729 Porter St, Richmond
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
4/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-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
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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Market Place VA
2517 Hull St
Alh Investments
3075 Hull St
B & S Food Mart
3610 E Broad Rock Rd
Franklin Super Markets
1711 E Franklin St
Farm Fresh Supermarket
2320 E Main St
Family Dollar
2665 Hull St
Imani's Boutique LLC
1118 E 16th St
Eden's Closet
114 E 31st St
K D Sports
1404 Richmond Hwy
Saf-Gard Safety Shoe Company
1422 Commerce Rd
Blanchard's Coffee
700 Bainbridge St
Cafe Zata
700 Bainbridge St
Hatch Local
400/414 Hull St
Crossroads Coffee & Ice Cream, LLC
3600 Forest Hill Ave
Starbucks
100 S 12th St
Ironclad Sports Bar and Grill
924 McDonough St
Thirsty's Bar & Grill
3516 Forest Hill Ave
Bateau
301 Virginia St
Sine Irish Pub
1327 E Cary St
Club Rouge
3 S 15th St
Claudias Bake Shop
2601 Maury St
JC Desserts
2601 Maury St
Seafarm Seafood
3062 Hull St
WPA BAKERY
3414 Semmes Ave
Europa Crust
1321 1/2 E Main St
Alice Fitz Park
Alice Fitz Community Garden
Playground
Playground
Playground
The Cellar
4 Richmond Hwy
Pig & Brew
1313 Hull St
Dress Blue BBQ
1212 Hull St
M & F
1400 Semmes Ave
M & F Jamaican Cafe on Wheelz
1400 Semmes Ave
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