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102 Duke St

648 Williams St

4171 Independence Church Rd
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203 N Main St

1513 Duke Dr

208 Wheeler St

159 Plantation Dr
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95 Dumot Ct
Emporia, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Emporia?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Emporia 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,333 | $800 | $1,900 |
Emporia 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,582 | $1,000 | $2,400 |
Emporia 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,799 | $1,499 | $2,200 |
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Cheapest Available Emporia Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Emporia, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Pretlow Homes priced from $526. Union Flats in the Petersburg Chesterfield neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $730. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Emporia apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Pretlow Homes | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $526 |
Union Flats | Studio | Studio,1BA | $730 |
Summit Pointe Apartments | 2x1-Small - 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Emporia, VA and Nearby
As of June 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Emporia area is the $1.14 price per square foot 3/2 60% AMI Model at Pinewood Forest Apartments in the starting from $1,284. The second greatest value Emporia apartment is the 1BR/1.0BA Model at The Bosco starting at $999 with a $0.91 price per square foot in the Petersburg Chesterfield neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Emporia apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Pinewood Forest Apartments | 3/2 60% AMI | 3BR,2BA | $1.14 |
The Bosco | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $0.91 |
Walnut Hill | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
Aubrey Apartments | 2b1b | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
Petersburg ArtistSpace Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.01 |
Webster Court Apartments | Webster Court | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
Jesse Lee Apartments | 2BR | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
Perry Street Lofts | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
Commerce Street Townhomes | 2 BED 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
308 Green St, Unit E | 308 Green St | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Emporia
What type of rentals are currently available in Emporia?
There are currently 50 Apartments for Rent in Emporia, VA with pricing that ranges from $526 to $1,998. There are also 38 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Emporia ranging from $675 to $2,400.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Emporia?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Emporia ranges from $675 to $2,400 with an average monthly rent of $1,425.
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