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property at 184 Wyndale Dr

$800 - $1,000

2 Bedroom Rentals

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184 Wyndale Dr

PrincetonWV24739

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property at 1054 Beverly Hills Dr

$1,050

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Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1054 Beverly Hills Dr

North TazewellVA24630
property at 213 Post Rd

$1,050 - $1,100

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3 Bedroom Rentals

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213 Post Rd

Falls MillsVA24613
property at 210 E Withers Rd

$1,100

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$1,100

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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210 E Withers Rd

WythevilleVA24382
property at 5133 Baskerville St

$1,100

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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5133 Baskerville St

DublinVA24084

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Helen, WV Local Guide

Cheapest Available Helen Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Helen, WV is a 1 Bed unit found at Edward''s Crossing II priced from $486. Patriot East (FKA River East) in the Outer S Charleston Kanawha City neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $595. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Helen apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Edward''s Crossing II1 Bedroom Unit1BR,1BA$486
Patriot East (FKA River East)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$595
Pauli Heights1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$625
Dylan HeightsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$650
Patriot Rose (FKA Chateau)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Helen, WV and Nearby

As of May 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Helen area is the $0.73 price per square foot THD4 Furnished Model at Union Blacksburg in the in the Downtown Blacksburg neighborhood starting from $1,185. The second greatest value Helen apartment is the 3BD-2.5BTH Model at Fincastle Farms starting at $1,200 with a $0.86 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Helen apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Union BlacksburgTHD4 Furnished4BR,4BA$0.73
Fincastle Farms3BD-2.5BTH3BR,2.5BA$0.86
Rivers Edge (new)3BR/2BA3BR,2BA$0.48
Oakmont Greene II4 Bedroom TH4BR,2BA$0.87
Terrace View3Ax1.5 T23BR,1.5BA$0.77
Patriot Rose (FKA Chateau)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$0.99
Edward''s Crossing II1 Bedroom Unit1BR,1BA$0.69
Patriot East (FKA River East)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$0.89
Pauli Heights1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.95
Dylan HeightsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.00

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Helen

What type of rentals are currently available in Helen?

There are currently 71 Apartments for Rent in Helen, WV with pricing that ranges from $440 to $4,165. There are also 44 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Helen ranging from $700 to $4,350.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Helen?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Helen ranges from $700 to $4,350 with an average monthly rent of $1,608.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Helen?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Helen range from $517 to $3,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,000 to $2,550. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $440.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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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.