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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowLegacy on Main
1307 S Main StBlacksburg, VA 24060
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Neighborhood of Blacksburg, VA from $500 (56 Rentals)
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$670 - $2,010
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now709/711 Giles
709 Giles RdBlacksburg, VA 24060
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$755 - $2,250
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now300 McDonald Street Apartments
300 McDonald StBlacksburg, VA 24060
703 York Dr
BlacksburgVA24060
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$830 - $1,680
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityChasewood Apartments
1304 University City BlvdBlacksburg, VA 24060
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$900 - $1,295
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowHearthstone
117-120 Hearthstone DrBlacksburg, VA 24060
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$1,024 - $1,501
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 1Lantern Ridge Apartments
401 Fairfax RdBlacksburg, VA 24060
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$1,095 - $1,625
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityShawnee Apartments
1222 University City BlvdBlacksburg, VA 24060
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$1,130 - $1,980
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Apartment Heights
309 Apartment Heights DrBlacksburg, VA 24060
900 Brightwood Manor Dr
BlacksburgVA24060
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$1,234 - $2,899
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityWindsor Hills Apartments
200 Hampton CtBlacksburg, VA 24060
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$1,244 - $1,649
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Ridgewood Village
400 Fairfax RdBlacksburg, VA 24060
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$1,250
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2 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 1Total Monthly Price
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$1,250
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1706 Boxwood Dr, Unit 1706B Boxwood Drive
1706 Boxwood DrBlacksburg, VA 24060
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1706 Boxwood Dr, Unit B
1706 Boxwood DrBlacksburg, VA 24060
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$1,259
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4 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 21Hub Blacksburg
1201 Snyder LnBlacksburg, VA 24060
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$1,275
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2 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 2Total Monthly Price
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$1,275
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1102 Airport Rd, Unit 1102 Airport Rd
1102 Airport RdBlacksburg, VA 24060
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$1,320 - $1,895
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityCedarfield Apartments
200 Old Cedarfield DrBlacksburg, VA 24060
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$1,359 - $2,900
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityHethwood Apartment Homes
800 Hethwood BlvdBlacksburg, VA 24060
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$1,375 - $2,975
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 15The Farm
900 Glade RdBlacksburg, VA 24060
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$1,379 - $3,564
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1 to 5 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityFoxridge Apartment Homes
750 Hethwood BlvdBlacksburg, VA 24060
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207 Wharton St SE
BlacksburgVA24060
401 Marlington St
BlacksburgVA24060
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900 Palmer Dr, Unit 900 Palmer
900 Palmer DrBlacksburg, VA 24060
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$1,425
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1 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityCreekside
115 Hearthstone DrBlacksburg, VA 24060
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$1,440 - $1,980
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityCedar Pointe Apartments
200 Cedar Pointe DrBlacksburg, VA 24060
440 Marlington St
BlacksburgVA24060
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$1,490 - $2,400
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 1The Reserve at Knollwood
2401 Pamela WayBlacksburg, VA 24060
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$1,491 - $2,476
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Smiths Landing Apartments
870 Plantation RdBlacksburg, VA 24060
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 5Pack Place Apartments
520 Prices Fork RdBlacksburg, VA 24060
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityVue Apartments
1906 Research Center DrBlacksburg, VA 24060
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Sundance Ridge
501-509 Sunridge DrBlacksburg, VA 24060
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Wellesley - 2804
2804 Wellesley CtBlacksburg, VA 24060
129 Huntington Ln
BlacksburgVA24060
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Jefferson Apartments
614 Washington St SEBlacksburg, VA 24060
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208 Wharton St
208 Wharton St SEBlacksburg, VA 24060
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Grissom Lane Apartments
1511 Grissom LnBlacksburg, VA 24060
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1720 Patrick Henry Dr
1720 Patrick Henry DrBlacksburg, VA 24060
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400 Green St
400 Green StBlacksburg, VA 24060
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1310 N Main St
1310 N Main StBlacksburg, VA 24060
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Willow Creek Blacksburg
600 Appalachian DrBlacksburg, VA 24060
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
Terpence Apartments
617 Lee StBlacksburg, VA 24060
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1017 Montgomery St
1017 Montgomery StBlacksburg, VA 24060
311 Loudon Rd
BlacksburgVA24060
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Blacksburg Homestay Village
311 Ellett RdBlacksburg, VA 24060
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Shenandoah Townhomes
315 Shenandoah CirBlacksburg, VA 24060
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Cascade Pointe
1790 Liberty LnBlacksburg, VA 24060
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Ramble Ridge
2505 Ridge RdBlacksburg, VA 24060
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1201-1207 North Main
1201 N Main StBlacksburg, VA 24060
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Bennett Hill
112 Hearthstone DrBlacksburg, VA 24060
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University Place Condominiums
801 Cascade CtBlacksburg, VA 24060
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University, Blacksburg, VA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Studio Apartments | $1,464 | $830 | $1,911 |
| University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,360 | $900 | $2,169 |
| University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,517 | $580 | $2,599 |
| University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,838 | $660 | $2,975 |
| University 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,484 | $999 | $4,000 |
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Cheapest Available University Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the University area of Blacksburg, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at Legacy on Main priced from $580. 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 apartments for rent in Blacksburg, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Legacy on Main | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $580 |
| 709/711 Giles | 709-711 Giles Road - Individual Lease | 3BR,2BA | $670 |
| 300 McDonald Street Apartments | 300 McDonald Street Apartments | 3 Bed, 1 Bath ... | 3BR,1BA | $755 |
| Hearthstone | 120 E Hearthstone | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Chasewood Apartments | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,080 |
| Apartment Heights | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,130 |
| Brexx at Blacksburg | Milledge 4x4.5 | 4BR,4BA | $1,159 |
| Ridgewood Village | 3A | 3BR,1BA | $1,509 |
| Hilltop | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1,845 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University, VA
As of July 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the University area is the $0.68 price per square foot Thornberry 4x4 Model at Brexx at Blacksburg in the in the Downtown Blacksburg neighborhood starting from $1,149. The second greatest value University apartment is the THD4 Furnished Model at Union Blacksburg starting at $1,185 with a $0.73 price per square foot in the Downtown Blacksburg neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brexx at Blacksburg | Thornberry 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $0.68 |
| Union Blacksburg | THD4 Furnished | 4BR,4BA | $0.73 |
| Terrace View | 3Ax1.5 T2 | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.82 |
| Ridgewood Village | 3A | 3BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| 1203 University Ter, Unit I | 1203 University Ter | 4BR,2BA | $1.84 |
| 300 McDonald Street Apartments | 300 McDonald | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Apartment Heights | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| 709/711 Giles | 709-711 Giles Road | 2BR,2BA | $2.12 |
| East Roanoke Street | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Chasewood Apartments | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Blacksburg. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, apartment communities for the kids, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University?
The cheapest apartment in University is Hearthstone which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in University costs $1,650.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University?
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 14 regular apartments in University 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?
Cheap apartments in University have an average cost of $1,184 which is $466 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University.
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