
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Harrisonburg, VA from $500 (73 Rentals)
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1029-9B Chicago Ave

160 Lewis St

1029-11B Chicago Ave

1029-14A Chicago Ave

Grand Duke - Historical Access

85 N High St, Unit F-2

85 N High St, Unit C-2

2490 Reservoir St

2494 Reservoir St
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2484 Reservoir St

2486 Reservoir St

780 Hillmont Cir

757 Hillmont Cir

739 Hillmont Cir

763 Hillmont Cir

747 Hillmont Cir

767 Hillmont Cir

771 Hillmont Cir

Park Apartments
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Deer Run

445 W Gay St

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Longview Oaks Apartments

Squire Hill Apartments

1042 Oriole Ln

1761-H S Dogwood Dr

1750-H S Dogwood Dr

162 W Grattan St

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The Greens at Chestnut Ridge

788 Hillmont Cir
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4234 N Valley Pike

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The Reserve at Stone Port

Oak Hill Apartments

Robinson Park

Harris Gardens

135 Lewis St

205 N Main St

733 Hillmont Cir

12 Holly Ct

Ice House South
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126 W Grattan St

1384 Hunters Rd

108 W Grattan St

144 W Grattan St

163 Suter St

Kavanaugh Apartments

1428 Katie Grv Wy

2873 Congers Creek Rd

1395 Taylor Grove Ln

1625 Buttonwood Ct
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Harrisonburg, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Harrisonburg?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Harrisonburg Studio Apartments | $2,849 | $2,849 | $2,849 |
| Cheap Harrisonburg 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,545 | $925 | $2,299 |
| Cheap Harrisonburg 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,890 | $725 | $3,120 |
| Cheap Harrisonburg 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,992 | $729 | $3,275 |
| Cheap Harrisonburg 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,625 | $679 | $3,196 |
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Harrisonburg, VA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Harrisonburg, VA
Pricing Updated: 06/16/2026Current 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Harrisonburg | $2,065 | $725 | 24 |
| Old Town Harrisonburg | $2,849 | $679 | 67 |
Cheapest Available Harrisonburg Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Harrisonburg, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at 205 N Main St in the Downtown Harrisonburg neighborhood priced from $1,015. Park Apartments in the Old Town Harrisonburg neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,164. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Harrisonburg apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 205 N Main St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| Park Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,164 |
| Chestnut Ridge Apartments | The Oak Phase II | 2BR,2BA | $1,323 |
| Longview Oaks Apartments | Oak | 2BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| The Reserve at Stone Port | Bridgewater | 1BR,1BA | $1,497 |
| The Wentworth | Dogwood | 1BR,1BA | $1,666 |
| The Greens at Chestnut Ridge | The Elm Contemporary | 2BR,1BA | $1,715 |
| The Overlook at Stone Spring | Lock In Your Mid-August Move Today! | 2BR,2BA | $1,752 |
| Glenside Townhomes | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,3BA | $1,985 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Harrisonburg, VA
As of June 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Harrisonburg area is the $1.01 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Glenside Townhomes in the in the Old Town Harrisonburg neighborhood starting from $1,985. The second greatest value Harrisonburg apartment is the 4x4 Top Floor Premium Model at Campus View starting at $699 with a $0.50 price per square foot in the Old Town Harrisonburg neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glenside Townhomes | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.01 |
| Campus View | 4x4 Top Floor Premium | 4BR,4BA | $0.50 |
| Arcadia Harrisonburg | 4BD/4.5BA Renovated | 4BR,4.5BA | $0.54 |
| The Hills Southview Apartments | D1-Premium | 4BR,4BA | $0.53 |
| The Hills Northview Apartments | D1-Premium | 4BR,2BA | $0.48 |
| The Overlook at Stone Spring | Lock In Your Mid-August Move Today! | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| 205 N Main St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $0.88 |
| North 38 | 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.64 |
| Chestnut Ridge Apartments | The Elm Phase II | 3BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Park Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Harrisonburg Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Harrisonburg?
The cheapest apartment in Harrisonburg is The Reserve at Stone Port which is listed at $1,497, while the average apartment in Harrisonburg costs $2,457.
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 5 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 $250 which is $2,207 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Harrisonburg.
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