Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Eastside Neighborhood of Blacksburg, VA from $500 (4 Rentals)

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Downtown Eastside, Blacksburg, VA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Eastside, VA

As of July 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Eastside area is the $2.52 price per square foot Collegiate Court Model at Collegiate Court Apartments in the in the Downtown Blacksburg neighborhood starting from $3,400. The second greatest value Downtown Eastside apartment is the Townhome Model at 208 Wharton St starting at $2,950 with a $2.38 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Collegiate Court ApartmentsCollegiate Court4BR,2BA$2.52
208 Wharton StTownhome4BR,2.5BA$2.38
202 S Main StKent Square North - 3002BR,2BA$2.16
900 Palmer Dr, Unit 900 Palmer900 Palmer Dr2BR,1BA$1.27
Apartment Heights2 Bedrooms Townhome2BR,1BA$1.20
801 S Main St2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$1.78
Hilltop2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$2.25
300 McDonald Street Apartments2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$1.87
709/711 Giles709-711 Giles Road2BR,2BA$2.12

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Eastside

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Eastside?

There are currently 75 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Eastside, VA with pricing that ranges from $670 to $3,800. There are also 16 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Eastside ranging from $525 to $3,600.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Eastside?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Eastside ranges from $525 to $3,600 with an average monthly rent of $1,753.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Eastside?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Eastside range from $670 to $2,814, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,200 to $2,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $740.

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