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Wilde Lake Apartments

$1,403 – $2,033/mo

  • 1–3 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 760–1,070 sq ft
  • 18 units available
  • Pet friendly
2900 Bywater Dr, Richmond, VA, 23233

As of October 13, 2026, Wilde Lake Apartments in Richmond, VA has 18 apartments for rent from $1,403 to $2,033/mo. One-bedrooms start at $1,403, two-bedrooms at $1,640, and three-bedrooms at $2,033. The average asking rent has fallen 5.6% since April 17, 2026, from $1,687 to $1,593.

Floor plans

3 floor plans · 18 available units · Prices checked October 13, 2026

Dockside

3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,070 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,033/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2920-124$2,0331,070Nov 7

See all 58 units listed at Wilde Lake Apartments, including ones no longer available.


Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at Wilde Lake Apartments has ranged from $1,536 to $1,687. The current average is $1,593, down $94 (5.6%) from $1,687 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (169 days observed).
MonthAverage asking rentLowest – highestUnits listed
Oct 2026$1,597$1,388 – $2,04019
Sep 2026$1,625$1,413 – $1,82115
Aug 2026$1,566$1,413 – $1,94415
Jul 2026$1,602$1,417 – $2,13519
Jun 2026$1,629$1,409 – $2,08422
May 2026$1,619$1,403 – $2,09422
Apr 2026$1,659$1,482 – $2,70620

Fees & lease terms

  • Rent

    $1,403 – $2,033/mo
  • Lease term

    12 months
  • Move-in special

    ONE MONTH FREE RENT
  • Earliest move-in

    Jul 31

Cost to rent here

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

Lowest-priced apartment: Admiral at $1,403

$1,661/mo

$258/mo above the advertised rent

  • Rent

    $1,403

  • Electric, gas, water

    est.

    $159

  • Internet

    est.

    $86

  • Renters insurance

    est.

    $13

  • All-in monthly

    $1,661

By apartment size

SizeRent fromAll-in monthlyIncome to qualify
1 bedroom$1,403$1,661$50,508/yr
2 bedrooms$1,640$1,972$59,040/yr
3 bedrooms$2,033$2,463$73,188/yr

Landlords commonly look for a monthly income of three times the rent, about $50,508 a year for the $1,403 one-bedroom. The median renter household in Richmond earns $48,196 a year.

Compared with the Richmond area

The median two-bedroom at Wilde Lake Apartments asks $1,670 a month, 16% above the Richmond area's typical two-bedroom asking rent of $1,438. Typical asking rents across the area are down 0.7% from a year earlier.

SizeMedian asking rent hereRichmond-area asking rentRichmond rent paid
1 bedroom$1,453$1,265$1,266
2 bedrooms$1,670$1,438$1,445
3 bedrooms$2,033—$1,508
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

  • 1 Mile To Short Pump Shopping & Entertainment Districtâ

  • 24-Hour Emergency Maintenance

  • Access To Our Own 22-Acre Lake

  • Award-Winning Henrico County Schools

  • Brand-New Fitness Center

  • Brushed-Nickel Cabinet Hardware

  • Brushed-Nickel Lighting Package

  • Ceiling Fans*

  • Convenient Interstate Access

  • Energy Starâ® Built-In Microwave

  • Espresso, Custom Cabinets

  • Espresso, Framed Bathroom Mirrors*

  • Expansive Breakfast Bar

  • Fully Fenced Bark Park

  • Great Closet & Storage Space

  • In-Home Washer & Dryer

  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring*

  • New, Sleek, Black Energy Starâ® Appliances

  • Online Work Orders & Rent Payments

  • On-Site Parking

  • Pet-Friendly Community (Breed Restrictions Apply)

  • Play Area

  • Private Balcony Or Patio

  • Private Storage Off Patio

  • Resident Business Center

  • Resident Car Wash

  • Resident Clubhouse & Catering Kitchen

  • Resort-Style Swimming Pool & Sundeck â

  • Spacious Floor Plans â

  • Stunning Lake Or Wooded Views

  • Vaulted Ceilings*

  • Wood-Burning Fireplaces*â


Amenity photos

  • Pool
    2 photos

Location

2900 Bywater Dr, Richmond, VA, 23233


Resident reviews

3.9 · 200+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management4.5
Maintenance4.8
Location5.0
Amenities and Shared Spaces5.0
Building Quality5.0

Wilde Lake Apartments delivers a highly positive resident experience, with 93% of reviews rating the property favorably. Residents consistently praise the responsive and professional maintenance team, friendly and helpful office staff, well-maintained grounds, and desirable location near shopping and recreational amenities. A small number of residents reported concerns about move-out fees, deposit handling, and occasional maintenance issues, though these represent a minority of feedback.

Management and office staff receive consistently high praise for responsiveness, helpfulness, and clear communication with residents. Maintenance services are frequently highlighted as quick and professional, with work orders typically completed promptly. However, a minority of residents report billing issues following management transitions, unresponsive phone communication during office hours, and disputes over security deposits and move-out charges that created significant frustration.

Maintenance requests are consistently addressed quickly, often same-day or next-day, with residents praising the professionalism and efficiency of the maintenance team. Work orders are completed thoroughly and properly the first time rather than with temporary fixes. One resident reported an unresolved HVAC issue with high energy costs, and another noted frequent maintenance visits during move-out period were disruptive.

Residents highlight the property's excellent location within a vibrant neighborhood that balances urban convenience with natural amenities. The area offers walkable access to restaurants, shops, trails, and recreational opportunities like kayaking, providing both lifestyle and leisure benefits. The location successfully combines city living amenities with a calm, residential atmosphere.

Residents report responsive and efficient maintenance service with daily common-area upkeep, including regular debris removal around the property grounds. Management staff are noted as accessible and helpful with lease-related processes and amenity questions. Overall, renters feel the property delivers good value relative to pricing.

Residents report positive experiences with building maintenance responsiveness and community atmosphere. While maintenance requests are generally resolved promptly, some residents note that proactive upkeep of common areas could be improved, such as regular servicing of outdoor amenities.

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

Not Bikeable


About this property

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Nearby schools

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Gayton Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.2 mi

La Petite Academy #7115

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.2 mi

Kids In Discovery

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.3 mi

Communikids Preschool

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.4 mi

Learning Experience-Lauderdale

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.4 mi

Minnieland Academy @ Wellesley

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.7 mi

Childs Place Pre-School Child Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.8 mi

Children's World Learning Center 647

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.8 mi

Agape Pre-School

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.0 mi

Chesterbrook Academy Richmond

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.2 mi

Contact & management