Richmond Apartments and Homes for Rent

Your Guide to Apartments for Rent in Richmond

As capital of Virginia and an area of storied American history, the city of Richmond is home to nearly 200,000 residents, who enjoy the city's unique blend of culture sophistication and Southern charm. You'll find some of Virginia's most interesting and well-preserved historic sites and neighborhoods here, as well as a great deal of entertainment options and natural beauty.

Quality of Life
Considering looking for apartments in the mid-Atlantic region of the country? The state of Virginia—and Richmond in particular—really is a nice place to live, but don't just take our word for it. Numerous publications have put Virginia on their lists of the best places in America to settle down. Recently, Virginia ranked seventh in the nation in 2004 for being the most livable state and first for being the healthiest state in the South Atlantic Region. More specifically, the city of Richmond has ranked in Employment Review's top 20 list of America's Best Places to Live and Work.

Richmond's major attractions are impressive historical sites that have become points of pride for residents. They include the State Capitol (which was designed by Thomas Jefferson and built in 1785), the Washington Monument, St. John's Church (where Patrick Henry uttered "Give me liberty, or give me death") and the Edgar Allan Poe Shrine (the city's oldest structure, built in 1686). Residents here enjoy all four seasons, with mild summers and cold winters with an average of 14 inches of snow.

Where the Jobs Are
The state of Virginia as a whole offers a good economy and wide diversity of jobs. The service sector employs one-third of working people. Manufacturing is a major component as well, with products including transportation equipment, electronics, chemicals, textiles, lumber and furniture. Agriculture is another factor; the state of Virginia is a major supplier of tomatoes, tobacco, peanuts, apples, potatoes and poultry.

Cost of Living & Apartment Prices
Although most of Virginia tends to be a relatively expensive place to live, the city of Richmond offers good news for those looking for apartments in the area: Richmond's cost of living is actually 4% below the national average. Overall, housing costs are about 5% below the national average, and the median price for apartment rentals is $615 per month. A wide variety of housing types are available in Richmond, including downtown apartments in renovated warehouses, historic townhouses, golf course and waterfront communities, and farms.

Neighborhoods to Explore
You'll find the most choices in apartments for rent downtown and in Central Richmond. The downtown area is your best choice if you like to live, work and play all in the same neighborhood. Apartments for rent have become increasingly available in recent years, with historic industrial and office buildings being converted into condos and loft apartments. Central Richmond provides a similar urban lifestyle with clubs, restaurants and markets interspersed with houses and apartment rentals.

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