
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Amherst, VA (50 Rentals)


Amherst Village

Town Center Apartments

Palisades at Hunters Creek

Piedmont Flour Mill Lofts

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Logans Landing

7 Hills Townhomes

Walden Pond Apartment Homes

Eleven 25

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The Vine
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The Wayne

Mill's Crossing

Gish Flats

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Legacy at Linden Park

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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

Midtown on 12th

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The Timbers

Dumont Apartments

Church Street Townhomes

12th & Court Lofts

McCausland Ridge

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Rivermont Park

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Miller's Rest Apartments
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Princeton Circle West Apartments

Huntingwood Apartments

117 Williams Rd

1112 Bedford Ave

51 11th St

Holland House

Elora Gardens Lynchburg

Midpoint Apartments

River Lofts West
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723 Jefferson Street

Midtown Lofts

100 Horseford Rd

Palmera House Apartments

Krise Luxury Lofts

Lakeside Plaza Apartments

Holly Run Apartments

Virginia Laundry Lofts

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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 | $893 | $790 | $995 |
| Amherst 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,195 | $650 | $2,243 |
| Amherst 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,280 | $775 | $2,326 |
| Amherst 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,548 | $930 | $3,446 |
| Amherst 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,244 | $1,616 | $3,070 |
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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 $1,195. The Vine has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 983 square feet and currently listed start at $1,500. 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 | 1 Bed + Office | 1,100 Sq Ft | $1,195 |
| The Vine | 1BR+Office/1BA Type 2 | 983 Sq Ft | $1,500 |
| Miller's Rest Apartments | Rhine | 949 Sq Ft | $684 |
| Logans Landing | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath w/Sunroom | 939 Sq Ft | $1,215 |
| Princeton Circle West Apartments | Contemporary w/Den | 887 Sq Ft | $1,085 |
| The Wayne | Courtyard 1st Floor | 864 Sq Ft | $1,150 |
| Walden Pond Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | 800 Sq Ft | $916 |
| 7 Hills Townhomes | A1 | 800 Sq Ft | $1,010 |
| Peakland Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath - First FLoor | 785 Sq Ft | $1,075 |
| Overlook at Stonemill | The Liberty | 775 Sq Ft | $1,210 |
Cheapest Available Amherst and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of May 07, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Amherst, VA is the 1BR/1.0BA Model starting from $650 at McCausland Ridge in the Tate Springs neighborhood. The second most affordable Amherst 1 Bedroom is the Rhine Model at Miller's Rest Apartments starting at $684 in the Wyndhurst neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Amherst is currently $1,195. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Amherst:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| McCausland Ridge | 1BR/1.0BA | $650 |
| Miller's Rest Apartments | Rhine | $684 |
| Dumont Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $695 |
| The Timbers | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | $714 |
| Huntingwood Apartments | 1 bd | $895 |
| Princeton Circle West Apartments | Colonial Terrace | $895 |
| Church Street Townhomes | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | $895 |
| Walden Pond Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | $916 |
| Rivermont Park | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | $959 |
| Elora Gardens Lynchburg | 1 Bedroom | $996 |
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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 McCausland Ridge listed at $650.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Amherst Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Amherst is $1,195.
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 $1,195 at 12th & Court Lofts.
What is the average size for Amherst 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
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