
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Eastside Neighborhood of Blacksburg, VA from $600 (29 Rentals)
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300 McDonald Street Apartments

703 York Dr

306 Giles Rd

Hearthstone

1003 Giles Rd

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Jefferson Apartments

208 Wharton St

400 Green St
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1003 Giles Rd

1310 N Main St

Terpence Apartments

1017 Montgomery St

Shenandoah Townhomes

1201-1207 North Main

420 N Main St
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Bennett Hill

620 Roanoke St E

1003 Montgomery St NW

Clover Valley- Raines

801 S Main St

1209 University Terrace

1208 University Terrace
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1213 University Terrace
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 | $1,614 | $1,292 | $1,937 |
| Downtown Eastside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,312 | $900 | $1,877 |
| Downtown Eastside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,376 | $750 | $2,343 |
| Downtown Eastside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,749 | $670 | $2,910 |
| Downtown Eastside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,666 | $1,010 | $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. 300 McDonald Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $675. 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 | 3 Bed 1 Bath with Den | Individual Lease w/ Roo... | 3BR,1BA | $675 |
| Hearthstone | 120 E Hearthstone | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Apartment Heights | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,130 |
| Hilltop | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1,845 |
| Collegiate Court Apartments | Collegiate Court | 3BR,1BA | $2,850 |
| Chase Apartments | 4 Bed 2 Bath | 4BR,2BA | $3,274 |
| 1225-1227 Giles Rd | 1225 A Giles | 5BR,2BA | $3,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Eastside, VA
As of July 30, 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 in the Downtown Blacksburg neighborhood starting from $3,750. The second greatest value Downtown Eastside apartment is the Collegiate Court Model at Collegiate Court Apartments starting at $2,850 with a $2.32 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1225-1227 Giles Rd | 1225 A Giles | 5BR,2.5BA | $2.50 |
| Collegiate Court Apartments | Collegiate Court | 3BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| Chase Apartments | 4 Bed 2 Bath | 4BR,2BA | $2.76 |
| 900 Palmer Dr, Unit 900 Palmer | 900 Palmer Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| 1203 University Ter, Unit I | 1203 University Ter | 4BR,2BA | $1.84 |
| Hilltop | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.25 |
| 300 McDonald Street Apartments | Available for the 2026-2027 lease term! | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Apartment Heights | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| 709/711 Giles | 709-711 Giles Road | 2BR,2BA | $2.12 |
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3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Eastside Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Eastside Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Eastside is starting from $750 at 300 McDonald Street Apartments.
What is the most affordable Downtown Eastside Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Eastside Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 709/711 Giles and starts from $670.
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