
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Lynchburg Neighborhood of Lynchburg, VA from $367 (41 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Lynchburg area of Lynchburg.


1716 Church St

1415 Kemper St, Unit 015

708 Court St

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Elora Gardens Lynchburg

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512 Stuart St

Church Street Townhomes
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12th & Court Lofts

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Imperial Tobacco Lofts

1415 Kemper St, Unit 09

1000 Taylor St

611 7th St

Central City and College Hill Homes Apartment

Cliffs Edge Lofts

503 Church St
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912 Floyd St

The Virginian Lofts

Red Star Flats

River Lofts West

2249 Aragon St

Midtown Lofts

Midtown Lofts

317 Grove Street
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Lynchburg High Apartments

1701 12th Street

Virginia Laundry Lofts

723 Jefferson Street

1810 Laurel St

Midpoint

713-715 Clay St

Washington Street
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White Star Flats

100 Horseford Rd

1311 13th St

2020 Rose Ln

The Motor Company Lofts

1507 6th St

Watt House

130 8th St
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100 Otway Dr
Downtown Lynchburg, Lynchburg, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Lynchburg?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Lynchburg Studio Apartments | $996 | $800 | $1,095 |
| Downtown Lynchburg 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,103 | $695 | $1,600 |
| Downtown Lynchburg 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,417 | $864 | $2,250 |
| Downtown Lynchburg 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,502 | $996 | $2,195 |
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There are currently 41 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Lynchburg Neighborhood of Lynchburg, VA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Lynchburg Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Lynchburg area of Lynchburg, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Elora Gardens Lynchburg priced from $854. 1701 12th Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $925. Here are the most affordable Downtown Lynchburg apartments for rent in Lynchburg, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elora Gardens Lynchburg | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $854 |
| 1701 12th Street | 1701 12th Street - 405 | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Church Street Townhomes | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| 12th & Court Lofts | 1st Floor Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
| The Humbles Building | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1,325 |
| River Lofts West | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1,455 |
| Wills-Camp Lofts | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Krise Luxury Lofts | 1BR/1.5BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lynchburg, VA
As of August 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Lynchburg area is the $1.42 price per square foot 1016 Jefferson St Model at 1016 Jefferson St, Unit #4 in the in the College Hill neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Downtown Lynchburg apartment is the 1504 Pierce St Model at 1504 Pierce St starting at $1,500 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Montview neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Lynchburg apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1016 Jefferson St, Unit #4 | 1016 Jefferson St | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| 1504 Pierce St | 1504 Pierce St | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Krise Luxury Lofts | 1BR/1.5BA | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.09 |
| River Lofts West | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| Church Street Townhomes | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| The Humbles Building | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.89 |
| 1701 12th Street | 1701 12th Street - 405 | Studio ,1BA | $1.45 |
| 12th & Court Lofts | 1st Floor Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.83 |
| Wills-Camp Lofts | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| Elora Gardens Lynchburg | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
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3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Lynchburg Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Lynchburg?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Lynchburg is under $1,875.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Lynchburg?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Lynchburg is Elora Gardens Lynchburg which is listed at $854, while the average apartment in Downtown Lynchburg costs $1,195.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Lynchburg?
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 2 regular apartments in Downtown Lynchburg that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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