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Highlights

  • Non-smoking
  • Newly remodeled units
  • Laundry facility on site

Location

1607 Bigley Ave, Charleston, WV 25302, USA
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Management

WV Property Managers LLC

Leasing office

(681) 245-8683 ext. 2

Property Overview

River Commons earns a strong overall impression with an 8.8 Zumper Expert Rating, combining standout value, excellent amenities, and a highly convenient location. It also stands out for non-smoking, newly remodeled units, on-site laundry, and features that support walkability, nearby public transit, recycling or composting options, and access to parks.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, River Commons is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, River Commons 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

Great for

  • Eco living

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath$795 /mo2 units available*SPRING SPECIAL* First month rent free! Only pay your deposit of $795 to move in! Apply today on our website www wvpropertymanagers org Now Leasing newly remodeled studio units. All units have been totally renovated from floor to ceiling featuring modern and clean aesthetics and finishings. These units are listed at $795/month which includes water, sewer, and electric. One easy payment each month with no increasing utility payments to keep up with. Laundry facility on site. Easy online payments and maintenance requests for hassle free renting. All units are non-smoking. One small pet considered with additional fees.

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Amenities for River Commons

Apartment Amenities

All UtilitiesTrash
Water

Appliances

ElectricFridge
Refrigerator
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One-time. Refundable.

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About River Commons

HomeApartments in Charleston River Commons

*SPRING SPECIAL* First month rent free! Only pay your deposit of $795 to move in! Apply today on our website www wvpropertymanagers org Now Leasing newly remodeled studio units. All units have been totally renovated from floor to ceiling featuring modern and clean aesthetics and finishings. These units are listed at $795/month which includes water, sewer, and electric. One easy payment each month with no increasing utility payments to keep up with. Laundry facility on site. Easy online payments and maintenance requests for hassle free renting. All units are non-smoking. One small pet considered with additional fees.


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, River Commons is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, River Commons 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 River Commons
Price·10A 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.
River Commons offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
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.
River Commons goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including trash. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, River Commons 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.
River Commons 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 River Commons does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
River Commons provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Reviews from the web

Showing 2 highest rated

Upgradung apts but everything including utilities

Vickie Wiley

Vickie Wiley

Aug 27, 2021

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Vickie Wiley

Vickie Wiley

Jan 29, 2023

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River Commons is great for:

Eco living

  • Public transit available nearby
  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • On-site recycling or composting options
  • 8 parks within a mile

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 River Commons compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Charleston

studio apartments at River Commons cost about 13% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in Charleston.

Median rents as of Jun 6 2026.
Charleston
A table of studio rental data trends in Charleston
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$910
July 2024$910
August 2024$910
September 2024$910
October 2024$910
November 2024$910
December 2024$910
January 2025$910
February 2025$910
March 2025$910
April 2025$910
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June 2025$910
July 2025$910
August 2025$910
September 2025$910
October 2025$910
November 2025$910
December 2025$910
January 2026$910
February 2026$910
March 2026$910
April 2026$910
May 2026$910
June 2026$910

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Can I afford to live at 1607 Bigley Ave?

Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $31,800 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $795.
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Schools near River Commons

Shoals Elementary School

100 dutch rd

charleston, WV, 25302

PK, K-5Public
B

Chandler Academy

1900 school st

charleston, WV, 25312

PK, K-12Public

William J. Raglin Center

142 marshall ave

dunbar, WV, 25064

PKPublic
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Getting around Charleston near 1607 Bigley Ave

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

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

Points of interest for 1607 Bigley Ave, Charleston

Groceries

7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

3/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk

High schools

1/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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800 Smith St
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