
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Blacksburg, VA from $580 (98 Rentals)
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1210 University Ter

Legacy on Main

1711 Apartments

301 Giles Rd

709/711 Giles

110 Northview Dr

703 York Dr

Ridgeview Apartments

Chasewood Apartments
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1003 Giles Rd

121 Hearthstone Dr

Lantern Ridge Apartments

3532 Glade Rd

Shawnee Apartments

208 Broce Dr

405 Marlington St

720 Roanoke St E

315 Reynolds Ave

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Apartment Heights
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Fieldstone Family

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Ridgewood Village

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Windsor Hills Apartments

800 Orchard St

1706 Boxwood Dr, Unit B

Hub Blacksburg

Hearthstone

UT - 1215-G

Hunting Hills Apartments

133 Clover Valley Cir
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4201 Prices Fork Rd

209 Pheasant Run Dr

Sundance Ridge

Wellesley - 2804

Jefferson Apartments

208 Wharton St

Grissom Lane Apartments

1720 Patrick Henry Dr

400 Green St

1003 Giles Rd
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4098 Pandapas Pond Rd

1310 N Main St

969 Nellies Cave Rd

315 Landsdowne St

1406 University City Blvd

501 Sunridge Dr

509 Sunridge Dr

503 Sunridge Dr

509L Sundance Rdg

512 Fairview Ave
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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 | $1,250 | $700 | $1,940 |
| Cheap Blacksburg 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,432 | $1,024 | $2,204 |
| Cheap Blacksburg 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,527 | $580 | $2,634 |
| Cheap Blacksburg 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,870 | $660 | $2,963 |
| Cheap Blacksburg 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,631 | $625 | $4,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Blacksburg, VA
Pricing Updated: 09/05/2026Current apartment rentals in the Blacksburg, VA area range in price from $580 to $4,000 with an overall median price of $1,330. The three Blacksburg neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Miller Southside at $1,125, Mountain View at $1,125, and Grissom Highland at $1,244. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miller Southside | $1,125 | $580 | 1 |
| Mountain View | $1,125 | $580 | 1 |
| Grissom Highland | $1,244 | $580 | 4 |
| Alleghany | $1,294 | $1,125 | 5 |
| Apperson Dickerson | $1,300 | $670 | 23 |
| Downtown Eastside | $1,300 | $670 | 19 |
| Main Patrick Henry | $1,300 | $625 | 32 |
| Shenandoah | $1,300 | $625 | 27 |
| Glade/Westover | $1,317 | $625 | 36 |
| Kabrich Crescent | $1,317 | $580 | 43 |
Cheapest Available Blacksburg Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Blacksburg, VA is a 3 Beds unit found at 709/711 Giles in the Downtown Blacksburg neighborhood priced from $670. Wellesley - 2804 in the Kabrich Crescent neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Blacksburg apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 709/711 Giles | 709-711 Giles Road - Individual Lease | 3BR,2BA | $670 |
| Wellesley - 2804 | 4BR/2.0BA | 4BR,2BA | $695 |
| Ridgeview Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $810 |
| Fourteen35 Apartments | 4BR/4.0BA | 4BR,4BA | $965 |
| Lantern Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom Units | 1BR,1BA | $1,024 |
| Chasewood Apartments | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,080 |
| Apartment Heights | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,130 |
| Fieldstone Family | Bluefield | 2BR,2BA | $1,131 |
| Brexx at Blacksburg | Milledge 4x4.5 | 4BR,4BA | $1,210 |
| Hub Blacksburg | 4x4 + | 4BR,4BA | $1,259 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Blacksburg, VA
As of September 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Blacksburg area is the $0.81 price per square foot 4x4 + Model at Hub Blacksburg in the in the Downtown Blacksburg neighborhood starting from $1,259. The second greatest value Blacksburg apartment is the 4 Bedroom Luxury Model at Maple Ridge Townhomes starting at $949 with a $0.63 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hub Blacksburg | 4x4 + | 4BR,4BA | $0.81 |
| Maple Ridge Townhomes | 4 Bedroom Luxury | 4BR,2BA | $0.63 |
| Clover Valley Phase II | 4BR/2.5BA | 4BR,2.5BA | $0.64 |
| Fourteen35 Apartments | Available for the 2026-2027 lease term! | 4BR,4BA | $0.69 |
| Park37 | Walker Creek | 4BR,4BA | $0.67 |
| Brexx at Blacksburg | Milledge 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.98 |
| Collegiate Suites of Blacksburg | 4 Bedroom Luxury w/Cathedral Ceilings | 4BR,4BA | $0.76 |
| Terrace View | 3x3 Tier 1 | 3BR,3BA | $0.95 |
| Fieldstone Family | Bluefield | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| Stonegate and Carlton Scott Apartments | C2-R | 2BR,1BA | $0.84 |
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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 Lantern Ridge Apartments which is listed at $1,024, while the average apartment in Blacksburg costs $1,330.
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 312 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 $1,149 which is $181 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Blacksburg.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
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