
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Blackwater, VA from $700 (62 Rentals)
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2215 Buffalo Trl

Legacy Kingsport

East Court Apartments

Stoneview Homes

Greene Ridge

Mountain View Apartments

Bloomingdale Terrace

Apex Johnson City

Providence Place
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The Peaks of Greeneville

Poplar Ridge Apartments

Allandale Falls

Landings on Silverlake

The Villas at River Bend

Cross Creek

106-108 W Mountain View Rd

Bridgewater Retreat

The Village at Twin Hills

1621 Jefferson St
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1619 Jefferson St

Country Shores Apartments

The Villas at Boone Ridge

Universal at Thompson Creek

Retreat at Meadowview

Kingsport Crossing

Ashton View Apartments

Rosemont

Brandy Mill

Laurel Brook
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Crockett's Landing

Universal at Mountainview

Universal at Mockingbird Lane

Universal at Gray Station

Boones Creek Village Townhomes

Laurelwood Apartments

Town Park Lofts

Bradley Hills Apartments

Overlook at Indian Trail

The Reserve at Johnson City Apartments
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Pleasant View Apartments on Carroll Creek

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Blue Springs Village Apartments

Rustic Way Apartments

Parrish Greene

Old Gray Manor

Moreland Drive Apartments

Stonybrook Apartments

Feather Ridge

Eli's Place
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Blackwater, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Blackwater?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blackwater Studio Apartments | $750 | $750 | $750 |
| Blackwater 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,177 | $700 | $1,850 |
| Blackwater 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,392 | $850 | $2,800 |
| Blackwater 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,868 | $950 | $3,500 |
| Blackwater 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,975 | $1,975 | $1,975 |
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Cheapest Available Blackwater Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Blackwater, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Buffalo Ridge Apartments in the Downtown Johnson City neighborhood priced from $700. 2215 Buffalo Trl has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Blackwater apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buffalo Ridge Apartments | Buffalo 1B 1B | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| 2215 Buffalo Trl | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| East Court Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Stoneview Homes | 1 Bed 720 SF | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Mountain View Apartments | MVA305 | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Apex Johnson City | 2 Bed x 1.5 Bath Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
| Legacy Kingsport | 1 Bedroom Fully Renovated Units - 575 SF | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Providence Place | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $900 |
| Landings on Silverlake | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - A1 | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Poplar Ridge Apartments | 2 Bed x 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Blackwater, VA and Nearby
As of July 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Blackwater area is the $1.14 price per square foot 3 Bedroom, 2.5BA Townhome Model at Universal at Thompson Creek in the starting from $1,639. The second greatest value Blackwater apartment is the 2 Bed x 2.5 Bath Townhouse Model at Apex Johnson City starting at $1,260 with a $1.02 price per square foot in the Downtown Johnson City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Blackwater apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Universal at Thompson Creek | 3 Bedroom, 2.5BA Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.14 |
| Apex Johnson City | 2 Bed x 2.5 Bath Townhouse | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.02 |
| Laurelwood Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| 106-108 W Mountain View Rd | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Parrish Greene | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Providence Place | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.94 |
| Mountain View Apartments | MVA305 | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| East Court Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 2215 Buffalo Trl | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Stoneview Homes | 1 Bed 720 SF | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Blackwater Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Blackwater Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Blackwater Apartment is $700 at Buffalo Ridge Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Blackwater Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Blackwater is starting from $850 at 2215 Buffalo Trl.
What is the most affordable Blackwater Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Blackwater Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Parrish Greene and starts from $942.
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