
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Eastside Neighborhood of Blacksburg, VA from $600 (27 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Eastside area of Blacksburg.


300 McDonald Street Apartments

703 York Dr

Hearthstone

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Apartment Heights

Windsor Hills Apartments
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Pack Place Apartments

207 Wharton St SE

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900 Palmer Dr, Unit 900 Palmer

105 Watson Ave

122 Clover Valley Cir
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Jefferson Apartments

208 Wharton St

400 Green St

1310 N Main St

Terpence Apartments

1017 Montgomery St
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204 Broce Dr

Shenandoah Townhomes

1201-1207 North Main

Bennett Hill

733 Progress St NE

Clover Valley- Raines
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801 S Main St

408-416 Harding Ave

1215 Progress St NW
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 | $1,562 | $1,250 | $1,875 |
| Downtown Eastside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,378 | $900 | $1,875 |
| Downtown Eastside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,467 | $840 | $2,416 |
| Downtown Eastside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,770 | $670 | $2,910 |
| Downtown Eastside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,621 | $1,010 | $4,000 |
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There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Eastside Neighborhood of Blacksburg, VA.
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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. 300 McDonald Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $840. 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 |
| 300 McDonald Street Apartments | 300 McDonald Street Apartments | Individual Lea... | 2BR,1BA | $840 |
| 400 Green St | 1 BR with den | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Hearthstone | 120 E Hearthstone | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Apartment Heights | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,130 |
| Creekside | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,440 |
| Hilltop | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1,845 |
| 338 Midtown Way | 3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2,995 |
| Chase Apartments | 4 Bed 2 Bath | 4BR,2BA | $3,274 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Eastside, VA
As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Eastside area is the $2.76 price per square foot 4 Bed 2 Bath Model at Chase Apartments in the in the Downtown Blacksburg neighborhood starting from $3,274. The second greatest value Downtown Eastside apartment is the 1203 University Ter Model at 1203 University Ter, Unit I starting at $1,850 with a $1.89 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chase Apartments | 4 Bed 2 Bath | 4BR,2BA | $2.76 |
| 1203 University Ter, Unit I | 1203 University Ter | 4BR,2BA | $1.89 |
| Hilltop | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.25 |
| 300 McDonald Street Apartments | 300 McDonald | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Apartment Heights | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| 400 Green St | 1 BR with den | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| East Roanoke Street | 3-Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Creekside | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| 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
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Eastside Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Eastside?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Eastside is 400 Green St which is listed at $875, while the average apartment in Downtown Eastside costs $3,750.
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 6 regular apartments in Downtown Eastside that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
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