Cheap Homes for Rent near Big Island, VA from $895 (12 Rentals)

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property at 2461 Rivermont Ave
$895

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$895

Total Monthly Price$895
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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2461 Rivermont Ave

LynchburgVA24503
property at 1444 Tenbury Dr
$995

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Base Rent$995

Total Monthly Price$995
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
Available Oct 2
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1444 Tenbury Dr

LynchburgVA24501
property at 5131 Boonsboro Rd
$995

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Base Rent$995

Total Monthly Price$995
3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent
Available Now
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5131 Boonsboro Rd

LynchburgVA24503
property at 49 Countryplace Ln
$995

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Base Rent$995

Total Monthly Price$995
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Sep 15
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49 Countryplace Ln

LynchburgVA24501
property at 2940 Rivermont Ave
$1,050

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Base Rent$1,050

Total Monthly Price$1,050
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Now
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2940 Rivermont Ave

LynchburgVA24503
property at 2528 Old Forest Rd
$1,100

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,100

Total Monthly Price$1,100
12 Month Lease Term
2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent
Available Nov 5
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2528 Old Forest Rd

LynchburgVA24501

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property at 127 Holmes Cir
$1,200

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Base Rent$1,200

Total Monthly Price$1,200
3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent
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127 Holmes Cir

LynchburgVA24501
property at 135 Irvington Springs Rd
$1,200

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Base Rent$1,200

Total Monthly Price$1,200
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Sep 15
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135 Irvington Springs Rd

LynchburgVA24503
property at 1476 Tenbury Dr
$1,200

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Base Rent$1,200

Total Monthly Price$1,200
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
Available Now
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1476 Tenbury Dr

LynchburgVA24501
property at 840 Old Forest Rd
$1,275

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,275

Total Monthly Price$1,275
3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Now
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840 Old Forest Rd

LynchburgVA24501
property at 812 Wiggington Rd
$1,295

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,295

Total Monthly Price$1,295
2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent
Available Now
Affordability

812 Wiggington Rd

LynchburgVA24502
property at 3600 Old Forest Rd
$1,300

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,300

Total Monthly Price$1,300
2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent
Available Nov 15
Cost Per Sq.Ft.

3600 Old Forest Rd

LynchburgVA24501

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Big Island, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Big Island Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Big Island, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Hillcrest Manor Apartments priced from $700. The Timbers in the Sandusky neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $714. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Big Island apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hillcrest Manor Apartments1br1BR,1BA$700
The Timbers1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$714
McCausland Ridge1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$750
Forestside Apartments1B 1 BA1BR,1BA$790
Wesley Apartments - Senior Living CommunityStudio w/o Ramp-Stair AccessStudio,1BA$840

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Big Island, VA and Nearby

As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Big Island area is the $0.97 price per square foot 3 Bed/ 2 Bath Model at Kendall Square in the in the Wyndhurst neighborhood starting from $1,375. The second greatest value Big Island apartment is the Breezewood Model at Holly Run Apartments starting at $1,200 with a $0.96 price per square foot in the Wyndhurst neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Big Island apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Kendall Square3 Bed/ 2 Bath3BR,2BA$0.97
Holly Run ApartmentsBreezewood2BR,1.5BA$0.96
Ivy Creek Apartments3BR/1.5BA3BR,1.5BA$0.79
Mill's Crossing2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.99
County Green Apartment Homes2 Beds, 1.5 baths2BR,1.5BA$0.94
Forestbrook Apartments2 Bed/ 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.00
Huntingwood Apartments2 bd2BR,1BA$1.08
Bramblewood Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.06
Hillcrest Manor Apartments2br2BR,1BA$1.10
McCausland Ridge1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.07

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Big Island, VA

Ranked #283

Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Big Island

What type of rentals are currently available in Big Island?

There are currently 56 Apartments for Rent in Big Island, VA with pricing that ranges from $684 to $2,637. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Big Island ranging from $895 to $3,200.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Big Island?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Big Island ranges from $895 to $3,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,980.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Big Island?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Big Island range from $880 to $2,637, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $995 to $3,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,850 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,700.

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