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Last updated on November 2, 2026
Average rent in
Richmond, VA
Average rent in
Last updated on November 2, 2026
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Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Richmond rent stands today
Richmond, VA rent rose 6.3% year over year, with a current median of $1,646/month. Renters are paying $97 more per month on average than last year, with rent now at the city's peak level from October 2026.
Compared to national trends
Richmond sits 13.4% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a moderately priced market with 728 total rentals available across the city.
Price ranges
Studios in Richmond rent for about $1,281/month, 1-bedrooms at $1,432/month, and 2-bedrooms at $1,657/month, with 3-bedrooms reaching $2,031/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,473/month.
Price ranges
Apartments make up 54.9% of rentals with a median rent of $1,575/month, while houses rent for $1,995/month. Apartments represent the largest share of total rentals in Richmond.
Median rent
Median rent in Richmond
$1,646/mo
6%vs previous year
The average rent in Richmond is $1,646 per month as of October 2026. This is 13% below the national average rent, or $254 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Richmond
728
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Richmond rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Richmond, VA
Average rent prices in Richmond have increased by 1% over the last month and have increased by 6% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Richmond, VA
Rent prices in Richmond vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Richmond is $1,575, whereas a house costs $1,995. 1-bedroom apartments in Richmond run $1,475 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,695.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,281 | No Change |  1% | |
1 bedroom | $1,432 | No Change | 1% | |
2 bedroom | $1,657 | No Change | 8% | |
3 bedroom | $2,031 | 1% | 2% | |
4 bedroom | $2,473 | No Change | 1% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Chamberlayne Industrial Center | $1,874 | |
City Center | $1,516 | |
Jackson Ward | $1,676 | |
Manchester | $1,450 | |
Monroe Ward | $1,297 | |
Museums | $1,805 | |
Old Town Manchester | $1,492 | |
Sauer's Gardens | $2,000 | |
The Fan | $1,695 | |
The Museum District | $1,795 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,575 | No Change | 5% | |
Condos | $1,695 | No Change | 30% | |
Houses | $1,995 | No Change | 5% | |
Rooms | $929 | 6% | 8% |
Studio
Average rent
$1,281
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
1%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,432
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
1%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,657
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
8%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,031
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
2%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,473
Last year
1%
City Center
Average rent
$1,516
The Fan
Average rent
$1,695
Old Town Manchester
Average rent
$1,492
The Museum District
Average rent
$1,795
Manchester
Average rent
$1,450
Monroe Ward
Average rent
$1,297
Sauer's Gardens
Average rent
$2,000
Museums
Average rent
$1,805
Chamberlayne Industrial Center
Average rent
$1,874
Jackson Ward
Average rent
$1,676
Apartments
Average rent
$1,575
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
5%
Condos
Average rent
$1,695
Last year
30%
Houses
Average rent
$1,995
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
5%
Rooms
Average rent
$929
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
8%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Richmond, VA, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Richmond, VA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Richmond and Ashland by all bedroom counts and property types.
Richmond
13%lower than the national median
3%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Richmond, VA is 10% lower than the median rent in Ashland, VA.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,839
5%$2,375
2%$2,092
2%$2,193
3%$2,000
$1,495
19%$1,231
3%$1,827
13%$2,250
2%$2,158
2%$2,995
14%$1,795
9%Cost of living in Richmond, VA
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 1% higher |
| Groceries | No difference |
| Health | 8% lower |
| Housing | 14% lower |
| Transportation | 2% lower |
| Utilities | 2% lower |
Discover rentals in Richmond, VA
5d+ ago
Verified
4500 Bassett Avenue, Richmond, VA 23225
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$507–$1,637
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Apr 28
5d+ ago
Westover house for rent in Richmond
2500 24Th Perry St #18-2M, Richmond, VA 23225
1 bed
1 bath
$600
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Oct 12
4d ago
6450 Greenbank Rd, Richmond, VA 23225
1–3 beds
1 bath
$645–$881
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Westover house for rent in Richmond
24Th Block Perry St, Richmond, VA 23225
1 bed
1 bath
$650
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Sep 30
5d+ ago
The Museum District house for rent in Richmond
3 beds
2 baths
$4,500
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Jan 12
1d ago
1201 N Arthur Ashe Blvd, Richmond, VA 23230
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,560–$4,295
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Bellevue house for rent in Richmond
4019 Clinton Ave, Richmond, VA 23227
3 beds
2 baths
$3,900
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Dec 1
12h ago
900 N Allen Ave, Richmond, VA 23220
1–3 beds
1–3 baths
$1,750–$3,800
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
701 N 1st St, Richmond, VA 23219
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,130–$1,618
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
901 Mcdonough St, Richmond, VA 23224
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,424–$2,645
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
6h ago
Verified
3200 Brook Rd, Richmond, VA 23227
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,507–$4,449
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 15-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
8h ago
Verified
3900 Arcadia Ln, Richmond, VA 23233
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,462–$5,055
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 15-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
701 N 1st St, Richmond, VA 23219
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,130–$1,618
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
2031 Maywill St, Richmond, VA 23230
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,570–$3,615
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 10-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
700 E Franklin St, Richmond, VA 23219
Studio–3 beds
1–3 baths
$1,161–$2,045
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
901 Mcdonough St, Richmond, VA 23224
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,424–$2,645
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
8h ago
Verified
3900 Arcadia Ln, Richmond, VA 23233
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,462–$5,055
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 15-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
13h ago
Verified
728 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219
1 bed
1 bath
$1,604–$1,737
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 6-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
20h ago
Verified
201 E Broad St, Richmond, VA 23219
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,605–$2,003
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 10-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
629 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,297–$2,171
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 6-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Richmond, VA
Quick answers to common questions about the Richmond rental market.
How much is rent in Richmond?
The average rent in Richmond is $1,646 per month as of October 31, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Richmond?
Average rent prices in Richmond have increased by 1% over the last month and have increased by 6% since last year.
How does Richmond rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Richmond is 13% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $254 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Richmond?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Richmond are Monroe Ward ($1,297/mo), Manchester ($1,450/mo), and Old Town Manchester ($1,492/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Richmond?
To comfortably afford rent in Richmond, you'd need to earn approximately $66,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Richmond?
April offers the lowest rents in Richmond with approximately 1.8% savings compared to December's peak prices. January and May see higher competition, while December has the lowest demand.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).