
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Harrisonburg Neighborhood of Harrisonburg, VA from $400 (1 Rental)
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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 |
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Downtown Harrisonburg 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,394 | $849 | $2,155 |
Downtown Harrisonburg 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,067 | $857 | $2,625 |
Downtown Harrisonburg 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,203 | $425 | $2,690 |
Downtown Harrisonburg 4 Bedroom Apartments | $519 | $519 | $519 |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Harrisonburg, VA
As of June 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Harrisonburg area is the $0.41 price per square foot 4x2 Model at The Mill in the in the Downtown Harrisonburg neighborhood starting from $519. 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. |
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The Mill | 4x2 | 4BR,2BA | $0.41 |
Grand Duke | 1BR/1BA - A3 - Upgrade | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Harrisonburg, Harrisonburg, VA
Ranked #2
Among neighborhoods in Harrisonburg, VA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet 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 $2,307.
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