
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Amherst, VA (53 Rentals)


Amherst Village

Town Center Apartments

Palisades at Hunters Creek

Logans Landing

Eleven25

7 Hills Townhomes

Piedmont Flour Mill Lofts

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The Vine
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Garland Rodes Apartments

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Wesley Apartments - Senior Living Community

The Wayne

Gish Flats

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Legacy at Linden Park

Mill's Crossing

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Bramblewood Apartments

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Imperial Tobacco Lofts

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Peakland Apartments

500 Euclid Avenue
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The Westie

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Factory 88

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Overlook at Stonemill

Church Street Townhomes

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McCausland Ridge

12th & Court Lofts

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The Timbers

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Rivermont Park

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Miller's Rest Apartments

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Princeton Circle West Apartments
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Huntingwood Apartments

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Elora Gardens Lynchburg

103 Williams Rd

496 Stage Rd

1112 Bedford Ave

142 Grove Ave

901 Jefferson St

901 Fifth St

Holland House
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River Lofts West

1701 12th Street

Midpoint

White Star Flats

The Motor Company Lofts

723 Jefferson Street

Midtown Lofts

100 Horseford Rd

Virginia Laundry Lofts

Palmera House Apartments
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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 | $966 | $784 | $1,395 |
| Amherst 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,165 | $684 | $2,234 |
| Amherst 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,291 | $795 | $2,362 |
| Amherst 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,525 | $880 | $2,613 |
| Amherst 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,050 | $1,800 | $2,300 |
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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 $1,295. The Vine has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 983 square feet and currently listed start at $1,545. 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 | $1,295 |
| The Vine | 1BR+Office/1BA Type 2 | 983 Sq Ft | $1,545 |
| Eleven25 | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 980 Sq Ft | $1,290 |
| Miller's Rest Apartments | Rhine | 949 Sq Ft | $684 |
| Krise Luxury Lofts | 1BR/1.5BA | 899 Sq Ft | $1,875 |
| Gish Flats | 1x1 | 850 Sq Ft | $1,199 |
| Walden Pond Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | 800 Sq Ft | $1,073 |
| Overlook at Stonemill | The Liberty | 775 Sq Ft | $1,230 |
| McCausland Ridge | 1BR/1.0BA | 700 Sq Ft | $750 |
| Huntingwood Apartments | 1 bd | 637 Sq Ft | $895 |
Cheapest Available Amherst and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of August 07, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Amherst, VA is the Rhine Model starting from $684 at Miller's Rest Apartments in the Wyndhurst neighborhood. The second most affordable Amherst 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Model at The Timbers starting at $714 in the Sandusky neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Amherst is currently $1,165. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Amherst:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Miller's Rest Apartments | Rhine | $684 |
| The Timbers | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | $714 |
| McCausland Ridge | 1BR/1.0BA | $750 |
| Elora Gardens Lynchburg | 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 500 Euclid Avenue | 500 | $895 |
| Huntingwood Apartments | 1 bd | $895 |
| Wesley Apartments - Senior Living Community | 1 Bedroom w/o Ramp-Stair Access | $920 |
| Walden Pond Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | $1,073 |
| Gish Flats | 1x1 | $1,199 |
| Overlook at Stonemill | The Liberty | $1,230 |
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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 Miller's Rest Apartments listed at $684.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Amherst Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Amherst is $1,165.
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 $1,295 at 12th & Court Lofts.
What is the average size for Amherst 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
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