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Highlights
- On-site parking
- High-speed internet access
- Smoke-free options
Location
1220 Smith St, Charlottesville, VA 22901, USA|Locust Grove
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Property Overview
Rivanna Terrace receives a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 8.6, reflecting its great appeal to renters. With a price rating of 10, it offers excellent value complemented by top-notch amenities and a prime location, both rated at 9. The property features on-site parking, high-speed internet access, and smoke-free options, while also situated in a vibrant neighborhood that promotes social life and environmental sustainability with accessible public transport and parks nearby.
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- Elementary school nearby
Great for
Eco living
Social life
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 735 sqft | $1,425 /mo | 5 units available | Find your new home at Rivanna Terrace in Charlottesville, VA. Conveniently located off of Route. 250 and walking distance to local parks and businesses. Rivanna Terrace is located in Charlottesville County and the 22901 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Charlottesville City Public Schools attendance zone. In this community, you'll have access to top features and amenities. These include smoke-free options, high-speed internet access, and convenient on-site parking. A non-refundable restoration fee will be due on the lease start date. This fee covers professional cleaning and minor touch-ups after your move out and makes it more likely you will be refunded your full security deposit. A $90 monthly utility fee covers internet, trash, and yard maintenance. Tenant is responsible for all other utilities. Photos shown are of select apartments at this building and may not accurately represent each floor plan or unit. |
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Amenities for Rivanna Terrace
Apartment Amenities
| Trash |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Garbage Disposal |
| Range | Refrigerator |
Tech
| Ting Fiber Internet |
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
Building details
Property details
| Units | 48 |
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About Rivanna Terrace
Find your new home at Rivanna Terrace in Charlottesville, VA. Conveniently located off of Route. 250 and walking distance to local parks and businesses. Rivanna Terrace is located in Charlottesville County and the 22901 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Charlottesville City Public Schools attendance zone. In this community, you'll have access to top features and amenities. These include smoke-free options, high-speed internet access, and convenient on-site parking. A non-refundable restoration fee will be due on the lease start date. This fee covers professional cleaning and minor touch-ups after your move out and makes it more likely you will be refunded your full security deposit. A $90 monthly utility fee covers internet, trash, and yard maintenance. Tenant is responsible for all other utilities. Photos shown are of select apartments at this building and may not accurately represent each floor plan or unit.
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.
8.6
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Rivanna Terrace is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Rivanna Terrace 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·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.
Rivanna Terrace 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.
Rivanna Terrace goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including garbage disposal. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Rivanna Terrace 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.
Rivanna Terrace 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 Rivanna Terrace 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.
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Best place in Charlottesville
Jim Booth
Oct 11, 2018
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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 Rivanna Terrace compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.4 mile away
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Rent trends in Locust Grove
Median rents as of Oct 18 2025.
Locust Grove
Charlottesville
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $2,295 |
| December 2023 | $2,216 |
| January 2024 | $2,186 |
| February 2024 | $2,337 |
| March 2024 | $2,369 |
| April 2024 | $2,392 |
| May 2024 | $2,308 |
| June 2024 | $2,384 |
| July 2024 | $2,355 |
| August 2024 | $2,326 |
| September 2024 | $2,387 |
| October 2024 | $2,399 |
| November 2024 | $2,327 |
| December 2024 | $2,332 |
| January 2025 | $2,411 |
| February 2025 | $2,434 |
| March 2025 | $2,421 |
| April 2025 | $2,395 |
| May 2025 | $2,380 |
| June 2025 | $2,361 |
| July 2025 | $2,349 |
| August 2025 | $2,339 |
| September 2025 | $2,296 |
| October 2025 | $2,295 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $2,305 |
| January 2024 | $2,295 |
| March 2024 | $2,250 |
| April 2024 | $2,250 |
| July 2025 | $2,500 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 1220 Smith St?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-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 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,425.
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Schools near Rivanna Terrace
Burnley-Moran Elementary School
1300 long st
charlottesville, VA, 22901
PK, K-4Public
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Neighborhood
Locust Grove | Charlottesville, VA
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Charlottesville near 1220 Smith 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
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 1220 Smith St, Charlottesville
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
3/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
1/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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