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Rental Market Trends in Colonial Heights, VA

What is the average rent in Colonial Heights, VA?

$1,141/month

Average Rent

619 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

+2.6%

Increase in the Last Year

As of April 2026, the average rent in Colonial Heights, VA is $1,141 per month. This is 30% lower than the national average rent of $1,641/month, making renting in Colonial Heights more affordable than most cities in the US. When you rent an apartment in Colonial Heights, you can expect to pay about per month for a studio, $1,141 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $1,230 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $1,763 or more.

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,141/month
619 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,230/month
965 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,763/month
1,123 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,305/month
774 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,725/month
1,017 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,360/month
1,091 Sq Ft

How much has average rent changed in Colonial Heights, VA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 2.6%, which averages out to $30 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time   The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
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Rent Ranges in Colonial Heights, VA
Last Updated April 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Colonial Heights, VA
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
25% $700 - $1,000/month
62% $1,001 - $1,500/month
12% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

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What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Colonial Heights?

Based on current rent prices, Petersburg-Colonial Heights is the most affordable neighborhood in Colonial Heights.

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Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Petersburg-Colonial Heights
$1,257/month
708 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Colonial Heights?

Based on current rent prices, Petersburg-Colonial Heights is the most expensive neighborhood in Colonial Heights.

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Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Petersburg-Colonial Heights
$1,257/month
708 Sq Ft

Which Colonial Heights neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhood in Colonial Heights with the most apartments available is Petersburg-Colonial Heights .

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Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Petersburg-Colonial Heights
$1,257/month
708 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Colonial Heights, VA?

Because the average rent in Colonial Heights is $1,141, you’ll want to make about $3,803 per month or $45,636 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

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Colonial Heights, VA

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How does Colonial Heights, VA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Colonial Heights, VA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

Petersburg-Colonial Heights

Colonial Heights, VA

Petersburg-Colonial Heights

Colonial Heights, VA

Studio
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One Bedroom
$1,141/month
$1,141/month
Two Bedroom
$1,269/month
$1,269/month
Three Bedroom
$1,763/month
$1,763/month
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Apartment communities in Colonial Heights we think you'll love

Clearfield Apartments

Clearfield Apartments

100 Clearfield Cir,
Colonial Heights, VA 23834

$1,412 Plus Fees

2-3 Beds | 12 Month Lease

High Street Lofts

High Street Lofts

420 High St,
Petersburg, VA 23803

$1,107 - $2,100 Plus Fees

Studio - 3 Beds

The Bosco

The Bosco

219 E Bank St,
Petersburg, VA 23803

$1,100 - $1,310 Plus Fees

1 Bed

Lakeview Terrace Townhomes

Lakeview Terrace Townhomes

100-141 Lakeview Park Rd,
Colonial Heights, VA 23834

$1,075 - $1,950 Plus Fees

1-3 Beds | 12 Month Lease

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Methodology

† 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.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

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 February 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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