Center West Apartments
701 Watkins View Dr,
Midlothian, VA 23114
$1,547 - $2,462
1-3 Beds
Midlothian
Midlothian, VA
Area Guide
Historical coal mining town with family-friendly amenities
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Historic
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Suburb
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Located in Chesterfield County, Midlothian combines historical significance with suburban convenience. This community, which began as Virginia's first coal mining town in the early 18th century, now features a variety of housing options from traditional homes to apartment communities. One-bedroom apartments in Midlothian average $1,622 per month, with four-bedroom units available up to $2,983. The rental market shows consistent growth, with annual increases ranging from 2% to 5.3% across different unit sizes.
Mid-Lothian Mines Park preserves the area's coal mining heritage, marking the site of North America's first commercial coal mining operation. Outdoor recreation opportunities abound at Swift Creek Reservoir, while the historic Midlothian Village area maintains its traditional character. The community is served by James River High School and Cosby High School, both recognized with the Blue Ribbon School of Excellence Award. The area's historical significance extends to the early days of the nation - coal from the local Black Heath Mine once heated the White House during President Jefferson's administration.
Rent Trends
As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Midlothian, VA is $1,642 for a studio, $1,638 for one bedroom, $1,921 for two bedrooms, and $2,394 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Midlothian has increased by 4.5% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,638/month
785 Sq Ft
House
$2,685/month
2,031 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,668/month
2,035 Sq Ft
Transportation
38
Car-Dependent
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
34
Somewhat Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
626 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
997 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
814 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
609 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
872 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,368 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,129 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,680 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,115 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,459 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,385 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,041 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,926 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,775 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,188 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Huguenot Park
- Rockwood Park
- Robious Landing Park
- Metro Richmond Zoo
- Pocahontas State Park
Airports
- Richmond International
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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
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Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.