Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Harrisonburg Neighborhood of Harrisonburg, VA from $900 (6 Rentals)

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property at 135 Lewis St

$925

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$925

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1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Jul 1

135 Lewis St

HarrisonburgVA22801

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property at 126 W Grattan St

$1,150

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$1,150

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$1,150

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jul 17

126 W Grattan St

HarrisonburgVA22801
property at 144 W Grattan St

$1,175

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$1,175

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$1,175

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Oct 1

144 W Grattan St

HarrisonburgVA22801
property at 163 Suter St

$1,195

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$1,195

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$1,195

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

163 Suter St

HarrisonburgVA22802

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Downtown Harrisonburg, Harrisonburg, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Harrisonburg Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
205 N Main St2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1,015
The WentworthDogwood1BR,1BA$1,727

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Harrisonburg, VA

As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Harrisonburg area is the $0.88 price per square foot 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 205 N Main St in the in the Downtown Harrisonburg neighborhood starting from $1,015. The second greatest value Downtown Harrisonburg apartment is the 295 Hill St Model at 295 Hill St, Unit 295A starting at $1,700 with a $1.79 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
205 N Main St2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$0.88
295 Hill St, Unit 295A295 Hill St2BR,1BA$1.79
The WentworthDogwood1BR,1BA$2.02
The Mill ApartmentsAcademic Year 2026 - 20274BR,2BA$1.61

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Harrisonburg, Harrisonburg, VA

Ranked #2

Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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3.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Harrisonburg

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Harrisonburg?

There are currently 42 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Harrisonburg, VA with pricing that ranges from $725 to $2,567. There are also 21 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Harrisonburg ranging from $925 to $2,750.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Harrisonburg?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Harrisonburg ranges from $925 to $2,750 with an average monthly rent of $1,725.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

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Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.