
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Airport Neighborhood of Blacksburg, VA from $400 (37 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the University Airport area of Blacksburg.


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Legacy on Main

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709/711 Giles

703 York Dr

1109 Scott Alan Cir, Unit 1

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Chasewood Apartments

1003 Giles Rd

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Lantern Ridge Apartments

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Shawnee Apartments
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1125 S Main St, Unit B

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Apartment Heights

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Ridgewood Village

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Windsor Hills Apartments

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Hearthstone

305 Chowning Pl

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Cedarfield Apartments

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HeyDay Blacksburg

UT - 1215-G
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Sundance Ridge

Jefferson Apartments

Grissom Lane Apartments

1720 Patrick Henry Dr

400 Green St

1003 Giles Rd

1310 N Main St

Willow Creek Blacksburg

Terpence Apartments
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1017 Montgomery St

1206 University Terrace

Blacksburg Homestay Village-311

Cascade Pointe

Ramble Ridge

1201-1207 North Main

Bennett Hill

1731 Donlee Dr

1011 Progress St NE
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University Airport, Blacksburg, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Airport?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Airport Studio Apartments | $1,569 | $830 | $1,940 |
| University Airport 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,637 | $1,050 | $2,149 |
| University Airport 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,538 | $580 | $2,520 |
| University Airport 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,789 | $660 | $2,963 |
| University Airport 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,444 | $965 | $4,040 |
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There are currently 37 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the University Airport Neighborhood of Blacksburg, VA.
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Cheapest Available University Airport Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Airport area of Blacksburg, VA is a 3 Beds unit found at Legacy on Main priced from $660. 709/711 Giles has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $670. Here are the most affordable University Airport apartments for rent in Blacksburg, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Legacy on Main | 3-Bedroom | 3BR, 2BA | $660 |
| 709/711 Giles | 709-711 Giles Road - Individual Lease | 3BR, 2BA | $670 |
| Fourteen35 Apartments | 4BR/4.0BA | 4BR, 4BA | $965 |
| Apartment Heights | 2 Bedrooms Apt | 2BR, 1BA | $1,120 |
| Brexx at Blacksburg | Milledge 4x4.5 | 4BR, 4BA | $1,219 |
| The Mill at Blacksburg | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $1,270 |
| Creekside | Creekside-1 Bed 1 Bath | All Utilities Included... | 1BR, 1BA | $1,445 |
| Pack Place Apartments | 2x1 - Non Renovated | 2BR, 1BA | $1,495 |
| The Odyssey | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR, 2BA | $1,640 |
| Highlands at Huckleberry Ridge | The Isle | 1BR, 1BA | $1,787 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Airport, VA
As of September 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Airport area is the $0.68 price per square foot D5 - Existing Unit Model at Union Blacksburg in the Downtown Blacksburg neighborhood starting from $980. The second greatest value University Airport apartment is the Available for the 2026-2027 lease term! Model at Fourteen35 Apartments in the Downtown Blacksburg neighborhood starting at $995 with a $0.69 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Airport apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Union Blacksburg | D5 - Existing Unit | 4BR, 4BA | $0.68 |
| Fourteen35 Apartments | Available for the 2026-2027 lease term! | 4BR, 4BA | $0.69 |
| Brexx at Blacksburg | Milledge 3x3 | 3BR, 3BA | $0.98 |
| Collegiate Suites of Blacksburg | 4 Bedroom Luxury w/Cathedral Ceilings | 4BR, 4BA | $0.76 |
| Apartment Heights | 3 Bedrooms Townhome | 3BR, 1.5BA | $1.40 |
| Terrace View | 3x3 Tier 1 | 3BR, 3BA | $0.98 |
| The Odyssey | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR, 2BA | $1.54 |
| 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 |
| Stonegate and Carlton Scott Apartments | C2-R | 2BR, 1BA | $0.84 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Airport Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Airport?
The cheapest apartment in University Airport is Creekside which is listed at $1,445, while the average apartment in University Airport costs $1,414.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University Airport?
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 27 regular apartments in University Airport 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 University Airport?
Cheap apartments in University Airport have an average cost of $1,353 which is $61 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Airport.
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