270 W Bruce St
HarrisonburgVA22801
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Harrisonburg Neighborhood of Harrisonburg, VA from $400 (3 Rentals)
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272 W Bruce St
HarrisonburgVA22801
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263 Old South High St
HarrisonburgVA22801
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Downtown Harrisonburg, Harrisonburg, VA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Harrisonburg?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Harrisonburg 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,274 | $849 | $2,155 |
| Downtown Harrisonburg 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,973 | $770 | $2,625 |
| Downtown Harrisonburg 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,115 | $425 | $2,690 |
| Downtown Harrisonburg 4 Bedroom Apartments | $519 | $519 | $519 |
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There are currently 3 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Harrisonburg Neighborhood of Harrisonburg, VA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Harrisonburg, VA
As of August 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Harrisonburg area is the $2.03 price per square foot Frazier Model at The Wentworth in the in the Downtown Harrisonburg neighborhood starting from $1,823. The second greatest value Downtown Harrisonburg apartment is the 1BR/1BA - A3 - Upgrade Model at Grand Duke starting at $1,200 with a $2.61 price per square foot in the Downtown Harrisonburg neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Harrisonburg apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Wentworth | Frazier | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Grand Duke | 1BR/1BA - A3 - Upgrade | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Harrisonburg, Harrisonburg, VA
Ranked #2
Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Downtown Harrisonburg Neighborhood in Harrisonburg, VA
Walk Score®
90 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
61 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
38 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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 Downtown Harrisonburg Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Harrisonburg?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Harrisonburg is Grand Duke which is listed at $849, while the average apartment in Downtown Harrisonburg costs $2,207.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 20 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Harrisonburg?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Harrisonburg have an average cost of $455 which is $1,752 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Harrisonburg.
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