
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Amherst, VA (51 Rentals)


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Amherst Village

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Palisades at Hunters Creek

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7 Hills Townhomes

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The Vine

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Piedmont Flour Mill Lofts
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Wesley Apartments - Senior Living Community

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The Wayne

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Gish Flats

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Legacy at Linden Park

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Mill's Crossing

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Imperial Tobacco Lofts

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Peakland Apartments

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500 Euclid Avenue
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Church Street Townhomes

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Factory 88

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Overlook at Stonemill

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12th & Court Lofts

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The Timbers

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McCausland Ridge

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Rivermont Park

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Miller's Rest Apartments

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Huntingwood Apartments

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County Green Apartment Homes

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Princeton Circle West Apartments

1112 Bedford Ave

11 W Princeton Cir Cir

2461 Rivermont Ave

2940 Rivermont Ave

1208 Commerce St

Holland House

1701 12th Street

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100 Horseford Rd

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Amherst, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Amherst?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amherst Studio Apartments | $942 | $784 | $1,095 |
| Amherst 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,169 | $684 | $2,203 |
| Amherst 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,294 | $795 | $2,343 |
| Amherst 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,530 | $880 | $2,422 |
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Largest Available Amherst and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Amherst, VA is found at 12th & Court Lofts in the Tate Springs neighborhood and is 1,100 square feet priced from $1,100. The Vine has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 983 square feet and currently listed start at $1,645. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Amherst:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12th & Court Lofts | 1st Floor 1 Bedroom | 1,100 Sq Ft | $1,100 |
| The Vine | 1BR+Office/1BA Type 2 | 983 Sq Ft | $1,645 |
| Krise Luxury Lofts | 1BR/1.5BA | 899 Sq Ft | $1,875 |
| Imperial Tobacco Lofts | 1BR/1.5BA | 862 Sq Ft | $1,348 |
| Virginia Laundry Lofts | 1BR/1.5BA | 815 Sq Ft | $1,275 |
| Walden Pond Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | 800 Sq Ft | $954 |
| Overlook at Stonemill | The Liberty | 775 Sq Ft | $1,180 |
| Mill's Crossing | 1 Bedroom | 755 Sq Ft | $1,049 |
| Legacy at Linden Park | The Hillsborough | 739 Sq Ft | $1,221 |
| Piedmont Flour Mill Lofts | One Bedroom | 565 Sq Ft | $1,099 |
Cheapest Available Amherst and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of September 22, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Amherst, VA is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $854 at Elora Gardens Lynchburg in the Tate Springs neighborhood. The second most affordable Amherst 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Model at Rivermont Park starting at $884 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Amherst is currently $1,169. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Amherst:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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| Elora Gardens Lynchburg | 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| Rivermont Park | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | $884 |
| 1701 12th Street | 1701 12th Street - 301 | $895 |
| Walden Pond Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | $952 |
| Wesley Apartments - Senior Living Community | 1 Bedroom w/o Ramp-Stair Access | $980 |
| Princeton Circle West Apartments | Colonial | $1,035 |
| 12th & Court Lofts | 2nd Floor Corner Units | $1,100 |
| Factory 88 | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,125 |
| Overlook at Stonemill | The Liberty | $1,180 |
| Legacy at Linden Park | The Hillsborough | $1,221 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Amherst Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Amherst with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Amherst is at Elora Gardens Lynchburg listed at $854.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Amherst Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Amherst is $1,169.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Amherst Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Amherst is a 1,100 square feet unit starting from $1,100 at 12th & Court Lofts.
What is the average size for Amherst 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Amherst is currently 781 sq ft.
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