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The Navigator Apartments

$1,315 – $2,505/mo

  • Studio–2 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 480–1,274 sq ft
  • 17 units available
  • Pet friendly
103 E 2nd St, Richmond, VA, 23224

As of October 13, 2026, The Navigator Apartments in Richmond, VA has 17 apartments for rent from $1,315 to $2,505/mo. Studios start at $1,315, one-bedrooms at $1,475, and two-bedrooms at $1,860. The average asking rent has risen 2.7% since March 25, 2026, from $1,744 to $1,792.

Floor plans

11 floor plans · 17 available units · Prices checked October 13, 2026

S1 | Studio | 1 Bath

Studio • 1 Bath • 480 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,315/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
433$1,340480Sep 13
233$1,315480Oct 17

A1 | 1 Bed | 1 Bath

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 587 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,475/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
304$1,475587Sep 23
110$1,495587Nov 7

A2 | 1 Bed | 1 Bath

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 616 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,500/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
128$1,500616Dec 8

A1A2 | 1 Bed | 1 Bath

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 651 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,639/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
330$1,639651Sep 13

A6 | 1 Bed | 1 Bath

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 640 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,640/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
536$1,640640Jul 31

A5 | 1 Bed | 1 Bath

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 784 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,810/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
129$1,820784Oct 8
329$1,810784Oct 28

A3HC | 1 Bed | 1 Bath

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 958 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,915/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
101$1,915958Jul 21

B3 | 2 Bed | 2 Bath

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 951 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,860/mo

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
215$1,860951Sep 13
522$1,960951Sep 13
515$1,960951Oct 8
322$1,860951Dec 3

B2A1 | 2 Bed | 2 Bath

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,000 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,065/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
521$2,0651,000Dec 8

B1 | 2 Bed | 2 Bath

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,274 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,193/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
407$2,1931,274Nov 25

B1A2 | 2 Bed | 2 Bath

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,218 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,505/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
401$2,5051,218Oct 10

See all 79 units listed at The Navigator Apartments, including ones no longer available.


Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at The Navigator Apartments has ranged from $1,612 to $1,857. The current average is $1,792, up $48 (2.7%) from $1,744 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (163 days observed).
MonthAverage asking rentLowest – highestUnits listed
Oct 2026$1,783$1,315 – $2,50519
Sep 2026$1,817$1,315 – $2,50520
Aug 2026$1,763$1,315 – $2,50521
Jul 2026$1,703$1,325 – $2,25019
Jun 2026$1,657$1,210 – $2,25823
May 2026$1,669$1,325 – $2,58023
Apr 2026$1,698$1,325 – $2,34325
Mar 2026$1,744$1,325 – $2,32529

Fees & lease terms

  • Rent

    $1,315 – $2,505/mo
  • Earliest move-in

    Jul 21

Monthly fees

Internet Services

$45/mo

Parking

$75/mo

Parking - Garage

$95/mo

Pest Control Services

$5/mo

Pet Rent

$45/mo

Trash Services - Hauling

$15/mo

Utility - Billing Administrative Fee

$6.06/mo

Due at signing

Administrative Fee

$250

Application Fee

$50

Pet Fee

$400

Utility - Final Bill Fee

$17

Utility - New Account Fee

$17

Cost to rent here

The all-in monthly cost by apartment size, and how the rent compares across the Richmond area.

Lowest-priced apartment: S1 | Studio | 1 Bath at $1,315

$1,785/mo

$470/mo above the advertised rent

  • Rent

    $1,315

  • Internet Services

    $45

  • Parking

    $75

  • Parking - Garage

    $95

  • Pest Control Services

    $5

  • Pet Rent

    $45

  • Trash Services - Hauling

    $15

  • Utility - Billing Administrative Fee

    $6

  • Electric and gas

    est.
    Other utilities are billed by the building

    $85

  • Internet

    est.

    $86

  • Renters insurance

    est.

    $13

  • All-in monthly

    $1,785

By apartment size

SizeRent fromAll-in monthlyIncome to qualify
Studio$1,315$1,785$47,340/yr
1 bedroom$1,475$1,954$53,100/yr
2 bedrooms$1,860$2,382$66,960/yr

Landlords commonly look for a monthly income of three times the rent, about $47,340 a year for the $1,315 studio. The median renter household in Richmond earns $48,196 a year.

Compared with the Richmond area

The median one-bedroom at The Navigator Apartments asks $1,640 a month, 30% above the Richmond area's typical one-bedroom asking rent of $1,265. Typical asking rents across the area are down 0.7% from a year earlier.

SizeMedian asking rent hereRichmond-area asking rentRichmond rent paid
Studio$1,328—$1,215
1 bedroom$1,640$1,265$1,266
2 bedrooms$1,960$1,438$1,445
Area asking rent: typical rent asked for a new lease across the Richmond, VA metro, Apartment List Rent Estimates, August 2026.Rent paid: median rent including utilities across all renter households in Richmond, U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey, 2020–2024.
Rows marked “est.” are averages for this area scaled to the apartment, not quotes from the property. The income figure is a common screening rule, not this property’s requirement.

Amenities

  • Air Conditioning

  • Bike Storage

  • Coworking Room

  • Dishwasher

  • Fitness Center

  • Fitness Center With An Outdoor Fitness Area

  • Garage Parking

  • Gated Access

  • Outdoor Courtyard

  • Patio/Balcony

  • Pet Friendly

  • Pet Spa

  • Resort-Style Pool

  • Secured Package System

  • Secured Parking Garage

  • Sky Lounge With Outdoor Patio

  • Smoke Free

  • Swimming Pool

  • Walk-In Closets

  • Washer/Dryer


Amenity photos

  • Pool
  • Roof deck

Location

103 E 2nd St, Richmond, VA, 23224


Resident reviews

4.9
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management5.0
Building Quality5.0
Location5.0
Amenities and Shared Spaces5.0

The Navigator is a well-maintained, modern apartment community with strong resident satisfaction across service, amenities, and property condition. Staff consistently receive praise for professionalism, responsiveness, and going above and beyond during leasing, move-in, and maintenance interactions. The property offers competitive rates, excellent amenities including a gym and pool, convenient location near highways and downtown, and a focus on community engagement. One isolated incident involving package delivery procedures was reported.

Management and leasing staff consistently receive praise for responsiveness, professionalism, and going above and beyond to address resident concerns. Staff are noted for clear communication, patience, and helpfulness throughout the leasing and move-in processes. The team actively fosters community engagement through organized events and maintains strong coordination with maintenance for timely issue resolution.

The building features modern construction with solid architecture, well-maintained common areas, and contemporary finishes throughout. Residents consistently report clean facilities, responsive maintenance service, and reliable building systems including smart locks and controlled access features. Amenities are well-equipped and regularly maintained, contributing to an overall positive assessment of the property's physical condition and upkeep.

Residents highlight the property's convenient location with strong highway access and proximity to downtown and areas south of the river. The building's amenities and well-maintained condition are noted as assets, with management and staff described as responsive and helpful to residents.

Residents consistently praise the property's modern amenities, including a well-equipped gym, outdoor pool, and multiple grilling areas. Management and maintenance staff are noted for responsiveness and attentiveness to resident needs. The building features modern security infrastructure such as keyless entry and controlled garage access, contributing to a sense of safety. Community programming and thoughtful building design create an engaging residential environment.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites such as Google and ApartmentRatings. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

Car-Dependent

Minimal Transit

Not Bikeable


About this property

Our stunning apartment homes are ideally located near Downtown Richmond, with a short drive to Short Pump, or Midlothian - we're the perfect residence for the wanderer. Our brand-new studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans and innovative community features pet-friendly vibes, modern details, and polished finishes that make home feel crafted to you.

  • Building

    Apartment · High-Rise
  • Total units

    177

Nearby schools

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Blackwell Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.7 mi

As We Grow Child Care & Lc

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.8 mi

American Family Child Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.8 mi

Southside Chld Development Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.8 mi

Richmond Christian Center Pre-School & Dc

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.9 mi

Agape Christian Academy

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary1.3 mi

Oak Grove Child Care Center

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary1.4 mi

Swansboro Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary2.0 mi

Joshua House Learning Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool2.0 mi

Swansboro Day Care

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool2.0 mi

Contact & management