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Property Overview
1 East Leigh Street offers excellent overall value, with strong expert scores across price, amenities, and especially location, reflecting great convenience to transit, schools, and everyday needs. It ranks in the top percentile for value for money in the area and provides a detailed, transparent listing. The property is also great for social life, with an exceptional concentration of event hubs, cultural venues, entertainment options, and restaurants within a one-mile radius.
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.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Middle school nearby
- Elementary school nearby
Great for
Social life
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 600 sqft | $950 /mo | 1 unit available | Home sweet home |
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About 1 East Leigh Street
Home sweet home
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.
7.7
/10
Very Good1 East Leigh Street is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, 1 East Leigh Street is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Jackson Ward. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 1 East Leigh Street is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1 East Leigh 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 1 East Leigh 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·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.
1 East Leigh Street 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.
1 East Leigh 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 1 East Leigh Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.1 mile away
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 1 mile away
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Jackson Ward
1-bedroom apartments at 1 East Leigh Street cost about 21% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Jackson Ward.
Median rents as of May 2 2026.
Jackson Ward
Richmond
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $1,273 |
| June 2024 | $1,253 |
| July 2024 | $1,256 |
| August 2024 | $1,246 |
| September 2024 | $1,241 |
| October 2024 | $1,284 |
| November 2024 | $1,297 |
| December 2024 | $1,320 |
| January 2025 | $1,303 |
| February 2025 | $1,288 |
| March 2025 | $1,268 |
| April 2025 | $1,255 |
| May 2025 | $1,248 |
| June 2025 | $1,270 |
| July 2025 | $1,250 |
| August 2025 | $1,252 |
| September 2025 | $1,284 |
| October 2025 | $1,296 |
| November 2025 | $1,285 |
| December 2025 | $1,272 |
| January 2026 | $1,250 |
| February 2026 | $1,230 |
| March 2026 | $1,250 |
| April 2026 | $1,276 |
| May 2026 | $1,278 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $1,050 |
| June 2024 | $1,074 |
| July 2024 | $1,034 |
| August 2024 | $968 |
| June 2025 | $1,195 |
| September 2025 | $1,268 |
| October 2025 | $1,157 |
| November 2025 | $1,252 |
| December 2025 | $1,242 |
| January 2026 | $1,196 |
| February 2026 | $1,195 |
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Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$38,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $38,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $950.
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Schools near 1 East Leigh Street
George W. Carver Elementary School
1110 w leigh st
richmond, VA, 23220
PK, K-5Public
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Martin Luther King Jr. Early Learning Center
900 mosby st
richmond, VA, 23223
PKPublic
Maymont Pre-K Center
1211 s allen ave
richmond, VA, 23220
PKPublic
Amelia Street School
1821 amelia st
richmond, VA, 23220
PK, K-12Public
Summer Hill Preschool Center
2717 alexander ave
richmond, VA, 23234
PKPublic
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Getting around Richmond near 1 E Leigh St
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
9/10
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
7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 1 E Leigh St, Richmond
Groceries
6/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
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707 Fine Clothing
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Rainbow
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Verdalina
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Blue Sage Bridal LLC
20 E Main St
Saadia's Juicebox
402 1/2 N 2nd St
Lift Coffee Shop & Cafe
218 W Broad St
The Coffee Bar
201 W Broad St
Starbucks
500 E Broad St
Lab By Alchemy Coffee
814 W Broad St
Penny's Wine Shop
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GWARbar
217 W Clay St
Barcode
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Bar Solita
123 W Broad St
Maple & Pine Restaurant
201 W Broad St
Pies & Cakes Bakery
701 W Clay St
Mo's Sweet Minis
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Einstein Bros Bagels
810 Cathedral Pl
Roots Natural Kitchen
939 W Grace St
Europa Crust
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Maggie L. Walker
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Monroe Park
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Cheddar Jackson
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Speakeasy Grill Restaurant
526 N 2nd St
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