
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Blacksburg, VA from $400 (62 Rentals)
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1210 University Terrace, Unit F

203-209 Tee Street

2495 Buckshot Ln, Unit 2497

411 Laurence Ln

2495 Buckshot Ln, Unit 2497

709/711 Giles

300 McDonald Street Apartments

Ridgeview Apartments

Chasewood Apartments
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202 Huntington Ln

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444 Roanoke St E, Unit A, Unit A

Hearthstone

2016 Kyles Wy

Lantern Ridge Apartments

Hub Blacksburg

Shawnee Apartments

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Apartment Heights

Fieldstone Family

1310 N Main St
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Windsor Hills Apartments

212-214 Ellett Rd

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1102 Airport Rd, Unit 1102 #1 Airport Rd, Unit 1102 #1 Airport Rd

Cedarfield Apartments

Bennett Hill

Foxridge Apartment Homes

Hethwood Communities

The Farm

Creekside

207 Wharton St SE
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Ridgewood Village

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423 Lee St, Unit 423B Lee, Unit 423B Lee

Hunting Hills Apartments

Sundance Ridge

Jefferson Apartments

208 Wharton St

Grissom Lane Apartments

1720 Patrick Henry Dr

202 Bennett St

1310 N Main St
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Willow Creek Blacksburg

900 Progress St NW

Terpence Apartments

1017 Montgomery St

204 Broce Dr

909 Montgomery St

811 Rocky Acres Ln

Blacksburg Homestay Village

Shenandoah Townhomes

Ramble Ridge
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Blacksburg, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Blacksburg?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Blacksburg Studio Apartments | $1,482 | $825 | $2,095 |
| Cheap Blacksburg 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,344 | $600 | $2,205 |
| Cheap Blacksburg 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,472 | $840 | $2,560 |
| Cheap Blacksburg 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,783 | $565 | $3,180 |
| Cheap Blacksburg 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,476 | $485 | $4,165 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Blacksburg, VA
Pricing Updated: 04/14/2026Current apartment rentals in the Blacksburg, VA area range in price from $485 to $4,350 with an overall median price of $1,911. The three Blacksburg neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Apperson Dickerson at $562, Grissom Highland at $562, and Alleghany at $485. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Blacksburg Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apperson Dickerson | $1,443 | $562 | 37 |
| Grissom Highland | $1,595 | $562 | 74 |
| Alleghany | $1,632 | $485 | 75 |
| Miller Southside | $1,632 | $485 | 99 |
| Mountain View | $1,650 | $485 | 96 |
| Glade/Westover | $1,655 | $485 | 78 |
| Hethwood Prices Fork | $1,655 | $562 | 76 |
| Kabrich Crescent | $1,655 | $485 | 87 |
| McBryde | $1,655 | $485 | 86 |
| Shenandoah | $1,655 | $485 | 61 |
Cheapest Available Blacksburg Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Blacksburg, VA is a 4 Beds unit found at 1711 Apartments in the Downtown Blacksburg neighborhood priced from $485. 203-209 Tee Street in the Downtown Blacksburg neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $565. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Blacksburg apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1711 Apartments | Available Now - Spacious 4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom A... | 4BR,2BA | $485 |
| 203-209 Tee Street | Tee Street Apartments | Individual Lease | 08/1... | 3BR,2BA | $565 |
| 709/711 Giles | 709-711 Giles Road - Individual Lease | 3BR,2BA | $670 |
| 300 McDonald Street | 300 McDonald Street Apartments | Individual Lea... | 2BR,1BA | $840 |
| Hearthstone | 120 E Hearthstone | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Lantern Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom Units | 1BR,1BA | $1,024 |
| Chasewood Apartments | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,080 |
| Fieldstone Family | Bluefield | 2BR,2BA | $1,131 |
| Brexx at Blacksburg | Milledge 4x4.5 | 4BR,4BA | $1,159 |
| Ridgeview Apartments | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Blacksburg, VA
As of April 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Blacksburg area is the $1.09 price per square foot 160 Hamilton Model at 160 Hamilton Ave NW in the in the Farmview/Ramble neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Blacksburg apartment is the Old Row on North Main - D1 - 4 Bed x 4.5 Baths Model at Old Row on North Main starting at $1,090 with a $0.53 price per square foot in the Downtown Blacksburg neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Blacksburg apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 160 Hamilton Ave NW | 160 Hamilton | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.09 |
| Old Row on North Main | Old Row on North Main - D1 - 4 Bed x 4.5 Baths | 4BR,4.5BA | $0.53 |
| Fourteen35 Apartments | Fourteen35 4th Floor | 4 Bed 4 Bath | Available... | 4BR,4BA | $0.68 |
| Brexx at Blacksburg | Birchmore 2x2.5 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.08 |
| 105 Tee St | 3x1.5 Townhome | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.45 |
| Ridgeview Apartments | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Fieldstone Family | Bluefield | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| 203-209 Tee Street | Tee Street Apartments | Individual Lease | 08/1... | 3BR,2BA | $0.67 |
| Maple Ridge Townhomes | 2 Bedroom Luxury | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.27 |
| East Roanoke Street | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Blacksburg Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Blacksburg?
The cheapest apartment in Blacksburg is Hearthstone which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in Blacksburg costs $1,911.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Blacksburg?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 821 regular apartments in Blacksburg that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Blacksburg?
Cheap apartments in Blacksburg have an average cost of $1,132 which is $779 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Blacksburg.
Expert Rental Resources
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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.