
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Nelson, VA (41 Rentals)


Lodge at Croasdaile Farm

Woodstone at Croasdaile Farm

Magnolia Pointe

Avana On Broad

The Element Apartments

Willowdaile

810 Ninth

Forest Pointe

Element at Creekside
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The Oaks at Northgate

Dillard School

New Brick Historic Lofts

Autumn Park

Granville Oaks Apartment Homes

TB Fitzgerald

Highland Vista

River District Lofts
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Strawberry Hill Apartments

The View at Franklin

Dan River Crossing

Rippling Stream Townhomes

Independence Park

Crossdale Flats

Stonewood Apartments

Carver Creek Apartments

Dan River Falls

Crystal Village
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The Royster

Northpointe

Edgewood Apartments

Regency Place Apartments

539 Horner St

1078 Arrington Trail

3066 Philpott Rd

726 Mountain Rd

Mecklenburg Manor Apartments

Reserve at Stillwater

Nova at Summer Meadows
Nelson, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Nelson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nelson Studio Apartments | $1,101 | $749 | $1,915 |
Nelson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,333 | $533 | $3,181 |
| Nelson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,615 | $926 | $3,491 |
| Nelson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,899 | $1,132 | $3,705 |
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Largest Available Nelson and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Nelson, VA is found at Dan River Crossing and is 1,046 square feet priced from $1,100. Lodge at Croasdaile Farm in the Downtown Durham neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 952 square feet and currently listed start at $1,595. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Nelson:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dan River Crossing | 1BR/1.0BA | 1,046 Sq Ft | $1,100 |
| Lodge at Croasdaile Farm | CD1 | 952 Sq Ft | $1,595 |
| Regency Place Apartments | ONE BEDROOM WITH DEN | 913 Sq Ft | $1,199 |
| Dan River Falls | A2 Affordable 80% | 892 Sq Ft | $1,454 |
| Avana On Broad | One Bedroom One Bath (836 SF) | 836 Sq Ft | $1,329 |
| Independence Park | 1X1 W/ Sunroom Renovated | 826 Sq Ft | $1,145 |
| Magnolia Pointe | 1A - 80% | 823 Sq Ft | $1,544 |
| Rippling Stream Townhomes | 1x1.5 | 820 Sq Ft | $1,059 |
| Granville Oaks Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 2nd Floor | 813 Sq Ft | $1,490 |
| Element at Creekside | One Bedroom | 790 Sq Ft | $1,019 |
Cheapest Available Nelson and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of January 08, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Nelson, VA is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model starting from $533 at Dillard School . The second most affordable Nelson 1 Bedroom is the 11 Model at Willowdaile starting at $880 in the Downtown Durham neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Nelson is currently $1,333. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Nelson:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Dillard School | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $533 |
| Willowdaile | 11 | $880 |
| Regency Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $899 |
| The Oaks at Northgate | The Magnolia | $900 |
| Strawberry Hill Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $900 |
| Carver Creek Apartments | One Bed, One Bath | $944 |
| SoHo Apartment Homes | 1x1 Standard-Call for Availability | $950 |
| BLU Station Apartments | One Bedroom Standard-Call For Availability | $950 |
| The Element Apartments | 1x1 Standard- Call for Availability | $950 |
| Crossdale Flats | A1 - Deluxe | $995 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Nelson Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Nelson with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Nelson is at Dillard School listed at $533.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Nelson Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Nelson is $1,333.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Nelson Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Nelson is a 1,046 square feet unit starting from $1,100 at Dan River Crossing.
What is the average size for Nelson 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Nelson is currently 712 sq ft.
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