Cheap Apartments for Rent in Amherst, VA from $500 (26 Rentals)

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Rutledge Hills
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Rutledge Hills

122 Dulwich DrAmherst, VA 24521
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Amherst Village
1 Bedroom Apartments

Amherst Village

111 Newington DrAmherst, VA 24521
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Holland House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Holland House

3710 Fort AveLynchburg, VA 24501
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Midtown on 12th
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Midtown on 12th

1701 12th StLynchburg, VA 24501
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Amherst, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Amherst Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Amherst, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at 500 Euclid Avenue in the Tate Springs neighborhood priced from $695. Elora Gardens Lynchburg in the Tate Springs neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $696. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Amherst apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
500 Euclid AvenueStudio1BR,1BA$695
Elora Gardens Lynchburg1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$696
Bramblewood Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$750
Miller's Rest ApartmentsPritchell2BR,2BA$803
Wesley Apartments - Senior Living CommunityStudio (Stair or Ramp Access)Studio,1BA$820
Huntingwood Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$850
The Timbers2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$859
Walden Pond Apartment Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$875
County Green Apartment Homes1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$875
Princeton Circle West ApartmentsContemporary1BR,1BA$890

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Amherst, VA and Nearby

As of June 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Amherst area is the $1.16 price per square foot 3 Bedrooms 2 Bath Model at Logans Landing in the in the Sandusky neighborhood starting from $1,682. The second greatest value Amherst apartment is the 3BR/1.5BA Model at Ivy Creek Apartments starting at $999 with a $0.83 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Amherst apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Logans Landing3 Bedrooms 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.16
Ivy Creek Apartments3BR/1.5BA3BR,1.5BA$0.83
Forestbrook Apartments3 Bed/ 2 Bath with Den3BR,2BA$0.92
Park Place Apartments3BR/2BA Renovated3BR,2BA$1.16
Miller's Rest ApartmentsPritchell2BR,2BA$0.85
Bramblewood Apartments3BR/1.0BA3BR,1BA$1.11
The Timbers2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.98
County Green Apartment Homes1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.15
Midtown Lofts1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.19
Princeton Circle West ApartmentsContemporary1BR,1BA$1.19

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Amherst, VA

Ranked #49

Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Getting Around Amherst, VA

Walk Score®

19 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

12 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Amherst Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Amherst?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Amherst is at Wesley Apartments - Senior Living Community listed at $820.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Amherst Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Amherst Apartment is $695 at 500 Euclid Avenue.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Amherst Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Amherst is starting from $803 at Miller's Rest Apartments.

What is the most affordable Amherst Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Amherst Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bramblewood Apartments and starts from $999.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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