Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Harrisonburg Neighborhood of Harrisonburg, VA from $1,100 (11 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Downtown Harrisonburg area of Harrisonburg.

property at 638 Walnut Ln

$1,175

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$1,175

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$1,175

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 21

638 Walnut Ln

HarrisonburgVA22801
property at 40 Academy St

$1,200

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$1,200

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$1,200

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 13

40 Academy St

HarrisonburgVA22801
property at 309 Chicago Ave

$1,295

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$1,295

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$1,295

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

309 Chicago Ave

HarrisonburgVA22802

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property at 547 Layman Ave

$1,350

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$1,350

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$1,350

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 5

547 Layman Ave

HarrisonburgVA22801
property at 758 S High St

$1,495

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$1,495

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$1,495

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 10

758 S High St

HarrisonburgVA22801
property at 317 Park Ave

$1,500

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$1,500

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$1,500

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 15

317 Park Ave

HarrisonburgVA22802
property at 181 N Main St

$1,500

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$1,500

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$1,500

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 21

181 N Main St

HarrisonburgVA22802
property at 330 N High St

$1,500

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$1,500

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$1,500

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jul 17

330 N High St

HarrisonburgVA22802

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property at 537 S High St

$1,500

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$1,500

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available May 1

537 S High St

HarrisonburgVA22801

Downtown Harrisonburg, Harrisonburg, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Harrisonburg Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Colonnade Apartments IShenandoah - HC1BR,1BA$983
The WentworthDenton1BR,1BA$1,658

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Harrisonburg, VA

As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Harrisonburg area is the $2.10 price per square foot Dogwood Model at The Wentworth in the in the Downtown Harrisonburg neighborhood starting from $1,798. The second greatest value Downtown Harrisonburg apartment is the Shenandoah - HC Model at Colonnade Apartments I starting at $983 with a $1.37 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.
The WentworthDogwood1BR,1BA$2.10
Colonnade Apartments IShenandoah - HC1BR,1BA$1.37

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Harrisonburg, Harrisonburg, VA

Ranked #2

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

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 39 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Harrisonburg, VA with pricing that ranges from $520 to $2,792. There are also 22 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Harrisonburg ranging from $1,175 to $3,100.

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 $1,175 to $3,100 with an average monthly rent of $1,830.

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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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.