
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Eastside Neighborhood of Blacksburg, VA from $400 (26 Rentals)
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709/711 Giles

703 York Dr

1003 Giles Rd

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Apartment Heights
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400 Green St

1003 Giles Rd

1310 N Main St

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1017 Montgomery St
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1206 University Terrace

Shenandoah Townhomes

1201-1207 North Main

Bennett Hill

Clover Valley- Raines

144 Clover Valley Cir
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1212 Giles Rd

801 S Main St
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 | $1,617 | $1,294 | $1,940 |
| Downtown Eastside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,421 | $1,130 | $1,877 |
| Downtown Eastside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,436 | $910 | $2,323 |
| Downtown Eastside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,806 | $670 | $2,963 |
| Downtown Eastside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,682 | $915 | $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. Apartment Heights has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,130. 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 |
| Apartment Heights | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,130 |
| Creekside | Creekside-1 Bed 1 Bath | All Utilities Included... | 1BR, 1BA | $1,445 |
| Pack Place Apartments | 2x1 - Non Renovated | 2BR, 1BA | $1,495 |
| 2710 Green Meadow Dr | 3Bed, 2 Bath | 3BR, 2BA | $2,595 |
| Collegiate Court Apartments | Collegiate Court | 3BR, 1BA | $2,850 |
| 1225-1227 Giles Rd | 1225 A Giles | 5BR, 2BA | $3,750 |
| 313/315 Clay St | 4BR/2.0BA - Full Unit | 4BR, 2BA | $4,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Eastside, VA
As of September 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Eastside area is the $2.50 price per square foot 1225 A Giles Model at 1225-1227 Giles Rd in the Downtown Blacksburg neighborhood starting from $3,750. The second greatest value Downtown Eastside apartment is the 4BR/2.0BA - Full Unit Model at 313/315 Clay St in the Downtown Blacksburg neighborhood starting at $4,000 with a $2.93 price per square foot. 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. |
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| 1225-1227 Giles Rd | 1225 A Giles | 5BR, 2.5BA | $2.50 |
| 313/315 Clay St | 4BR/2.0BA - Full Unit | 4BR, 2BA | $2.93 |
| Collegiate Suites of Blacksburg | 4 Bedroom Luxury w/Cathedral Ceilings | 4BR, 4BA | $0.76 |
| Collegiate Court Apartments | Collegiate Court | 3BR, 1BA | $2.32 |
| Apartment Heights | 3 Bedrooms Townhome | 3BR, 1.5BA | $1.65 |
| 1282 N Main St, Unit #3 | 1282 N Main St | 3BR, 2BA | $1.80 |
| 1203 University Ter, Unit I | 1203 University Ter | 4BR, 2BA | $1.84 |
| Pack Place Apartments | 2x1 - Renovated | 2BR, 1BA | $2.47 |
| 709/711 Giles | 709-711 Giles Road | 2BR, 2BA | $2.12 |
| Creekside | Creekside-1 Bed 1 Bath | All Utilities Included... | 1BR, 1BA | $2.36 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Eastside, Blacksburg, VA
Ranked #18
Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.5Pet Friendly
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 8 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 $836 which is $464 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Eastside.
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