
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Eastside Neighborhood of Blacksburg, VA from $600 (18 Rentals)
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846 Patrick Henry Dr

400 Green St, Unit 400 Green 20A

Apartment Heights

Windsor Hills Apartments

1310 N Main St

Haven Blacksburg

105 Collegiate Ct

907 Giles Rd
Downtown Eastside, Blacksburg, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Eastside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Eastside Studio Apartments | $1,682 | $1,346 | $2,019 | 
| Downtown Eastside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,339 | $850 | $1,800 | 
| Downtown Eastside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,744 | $1,100 | $2,501 | 
| Downtown Eastside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,758 | $670 | $2,933 | 
| Downtown Eastside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,988 | $740 | $4,000 | 
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Cheapest Available Downtown Eastside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Eastside area of Blacksburg, VA is a 3 Beds unit found at 709/711 Giles priced from $670. 208 Wharton St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $740. Here are the most affordable Downtown Eastside apartments for rent in Blacksburg, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From | 
|---|---|---|---|
| 709/711 Giles | 709-711 Giles Road - Individual Lease | 3BR,2BA | $670 | 
| 208 Wharton St | Townhome - IL Lease | 4BR,2BA | $740 | 
| Apartment Heights | 2 Bedrooms Apt | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 | 
| Haven Blacksburg | 4 Beds, 4 baths | 4BR,4BA | $1,230 | 
| Bennett Hill | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 | 
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Eastside, VA
As of October 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Eastside area is the $2.16 price per square foot 4BR/2.0BA - Full Unit Model at 313/315 Clay St in the in the Downtown Blacksburg neighborhood starting from $2,950. The second greatest value Downtown Eastside apartment is the 4 Bedroom Luxury Model at Collegiate Suites of Blacksburg starting at $990 with a $0.75 price per square foot in the Downtown Blacksburg neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Eastside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. | 
|---|---|---|---|
| 313/315 Clay St | 4BR/2.0BA - Full Unit | 4BR,2BA | $2.16 | 
| Collegiate Suites of Blacksburg | 4 Bedroom Luxury | 4BR,4BA | $0.75 | 
| 208 Wharton St | Townhome | 4BR,2.5BA | $2.38 | 
| 701 S Main St | Full Unit | 4BR,2BA | $2.55 | 
| Apartment Heights | 2 Bedrooms Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 | 
| 1005 Montgomery St, Unit A | 1005 Montgomery St | 3BR,1BA | $1.50 | 
| Hilltop | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.25 | 
| 300 McDonald Street Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 | 
| 709/711 Giles | 709-711 Giles Road | 2BR,2BA | $2.12 | 
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Eastside, Blacksburg, VA
Ranked #18
Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Downtown Eastside Neighborhood in Blacksburg, VA
Walk Score®
74 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
80 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
42 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Eastside Apartments
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Eastside?
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 4 regular apartments in Downtown Eastside 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 Downtown Eastside?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Eastside have an average cost of $470 which is $2,705 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Eastside.
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