
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Harrisonburg, VA from $300 (11 Rentals)
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1386 Bradley Dr

1336 Hunters Rd, Unit B

Colonnade Apartments I

1029-13A Chicago Ave
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1334 Bradley Dr

1336 Hunters Rd
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1029-2A Chicago Ave
Harrisonburg, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Harrisonburg?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Harrisonburg Studio Apartments | $2,999 | $2,999 | $2,999 |
Cheap Harrisonburg 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,448 | $450 | $2,888 |
Cheap Harrisonburg 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,770 | $690 | $3,381 |
Cheap Harrisonburg 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,806 | $425 | $3,615 |
Cheap Harrisonburg 4 Bedroom Apartments | $998 | $499 | $2,675 |
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Harrisonburg, VA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Harrisonburg, VA
Pricing Updated: 06/13/2025Current apartment rentals in the Harrisonburg, VA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Harrisonburg Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Downtown Harrisonburg | $2,055 | $425 | 68 |
Cheapest Available Harrisonburg Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Harrisonburg, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Grand Duke in the Downtown Harrisonburg neighborhood priced from $849. 865 East in the Downtown Harrisonburg neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Harrisonburg apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Grand Duke | 1BR/1BA - A3 | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
865 East | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Deer Run | TWO BEDROOM | 2BR,1BA | $1,505 |
Chestnut Ridge Apartments | The Elm Phase I | 3BR,2BA | $1,531 |
Preston Lake Apartments | The Bluff | 1BR,1BA | $1,642 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Harrisonburg, VA
As of June 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Harrisonburg area is the $1.04 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Glenside Townhomes in the in the Downtown Harrisonburg neighborhood starting from $2,055. The second greatest value Harrisonburg apartment is the 1378 Bradley Drive Model at 1378 Bradley Drive, Unit 3 starting at $450 with a $0.32 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Harrisonburg apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Glenside Townhomes | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.04 |
1378 Bradley Drive, Unit 3 | 1378 Bradley Drive | 1BR,1BA | $0.32 |
Campus View | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $0.42 |
Squire Hill | Shenandoah (Furnished) | 4BR,4.5BA | $0.48 |
Arcadia Harrisonburg | 4BD/4.5BAP | 4BR,4.5BA | $0.54 |
The Hills Southview Apartments | D1-Premium | 4BR,4BA | $0.49 |
The Mill | 4x2 | 4BR,2BA | $0.41 |
The Hills Northview Apartments | D1-Premium | 4BR,2BA | $0.46 |
North 38 | 3x3 Premium | 3BR,3BA | $0.62 |
Chestnut Ridge Apartments | The Elm Phase I | 3BR,2BA | $1.36 |
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Harrisonburg Overview
Harrisonburg is a large enough city in Northern Virginia for residents to enjoy a good quality of life, while still small enough to feel like you're living in a rural town. It's an easy city to move to since there are many new complexes of apartments in Harrisonburg that have been built in recent years. The city has a stable and diversified economy, so finding work doesn't take long. It has four distinct seasons, two major universities, and multiple parks and golf courses. Here are some of the reasons that Harrisonburg can be a great choice for your next move.
Why live in Harrisonburg, VA?
Harrisonburg is a friendly community situated near some of the best outdoor adventures in all of Virginia. Apartments in Harrisonburg allow you to live and work in a small city, with amazing outdoor scenery and activities just minutes away in any direction. With two universities in the city, there are always arts and cultural activities taking place here too. Harrisonburg is a popular tourism destination year-round. It has more than 200 restaurants and several craft breweries. Annual festivals, primarily in the spring and summer months, attract thousands of people from Harrisonburg and the surrounding areas to enjoy the city and meet their neighbors.
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Getting Around Harrisonburg, VA
Walk Score®
46 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
42 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
24 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Harrisonburg Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Harrisonburg?
The cheapest apartment in Harrisonburg is Grand Duke which is listed at $849, while the average apartment in Harrisonburg costs $2,055.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Harrisonburg?
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 57 regular apartments in Harrisonburg 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 Harrisonburg?
Cheap apartments in Harrisonburg have an average cost of $889 which is $1,166 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Harrisonburg.
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