What is the average apartment size in Henrico?

The average size for a Henrico, VA apartment is 921 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Henrico?

As of Sep / 2025, the average rent in Henrico is $1,599 per month, a 1.69% increase from last year’s average of $1,573.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Henrico?

In Henrico, studios rent for $1,199 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,413 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,637 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,022 per month

What is the average apartment size in Henrico?

The typical apartment in Henrico offers about 921 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Henrico?

Studio apartments in Henrico average 397 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 714 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 982 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,270 sq. ft.

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Henrico?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Henrico include Fairlawn ($1,226/month), Highland Springs ($1,263/month), and Hilliard Park ($1,330/month), all below the citywide average of $1,599.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Henrico?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Henrico are Langtree at Wellesley ($1,830/month), Kings Crossing Apartments ($1,878/month), and Short Pump ($1,913/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

Henrico, VA Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Henrico?

The typical rent budget in Henrico ranges from $1,501 to $2,000 per month, with 49% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Henrico?

In Henrico, 40% of households rent while 60% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: October 19, 2025 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Henrico is $1,599, a 1.69% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,573.

Studio Apartments at $1,199 offer the most budget-friendly option with 397 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 714 square feet for $1,413, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,637 offer 982 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,270 sq ft) for $2,022, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Henrico, VA

Last updated: October 19, 2025

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,599	921 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,199	397 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,413	714 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,637	982 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,022	1,270 sq. ft.

Henrico, VA rent trends

Rental prices in Henrico, VA have increased by 1.69% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,573 to $1,599.

What's the typical rent budget in Henrico, VA?

The largest share of rentals in Henrico, VA (49%) fall between $1,501-$2,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Henrico, VA?

32,612 or 40% of the households in Henrico, VA are renter-occupied while 48,615 or 60% are owner-occupied.

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Most affordable neighborhoods in Henrico?

Fairlawn $1,226/month

Highland Springs $1,263/month

Hilliard Park $1,330/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,599/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Henrico?

Langtree at Wellesley $1,830/month

Kings Crossing Apartments $1,878/month

Short Pump $1,913/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Henrico, VA By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Short Pump	$1,913
Kings Crossing Apartments	$1,878
Langtree at Wellesley	$1,830
Lakeside Gardens - Norris Heights	$1,666
Pheasant Run Townhouses of Broad Meadows	$1,631
Mayland Townes	$1,628
Village of Rocketts Landing	$1,624
Ridgehaven	$1,590
Edenwood - Lakefield	$1,541
Shannon Green	$1,537
Coppermill	$1,522
Williamsburg Park	$1,521
Wistar Village	$1,492
Broad Acres	$1,477
Fulton	$1,408
West Broad Street Gardens	$1,378
Hilliard Park	$1,330
Highland Springs	$1,263
Fairlawn	$1,226

Henrico | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Broad Acres is 3% lower than in Coppermill

$1,477

Broad Acres rent is 8% lower than Henrico average

Average Rent $1,477

$1,522

Coppermill rent is 5% lower than Henrico average

Average Rent $1,522

How Henrico Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Henrico	$1,599
Richmond	$1,573
Arlington	$2,664
Alexandria	$2,185
Charlottesville	$2,073
Norfolk	$1,557
Newport News	$1,405
Virginia Beach	$1,738
Woodbridge	$2,063
Fairfax	$2,381
Falls Church	$2,338
Midlothian, VA	$1,907
Petersburg, VA	$1,292
Chesterfield, VA	$1,768
Glen Allen, VA	$1,800
Hopewell, VA	$1,224
Chester, VA	$1,728
Mechanicsville, VA	$1,746
Prince George, VA	$1,383
Ashland, VA	$1,785

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Henrico apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.