
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Rockingham County, VA from $500 (9 Rentals)
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Rockingham County, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rockingham County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockingham County Studio Apartments | $2,999 | $2,999 | $2,999 |
| Rockingham County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,800 | $983 | $2,095 |
| Rockingham County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,092 | $700 | $2,550 |
| Rockingham County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,191 | $715 | $2,715 |
| Rockingham County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,716 | $679 | $3,196 |
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Cheapest Available Rockingham County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Rockingham County, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Colonnade Apartments I in the Downtown Harrisonburg neighborhood priced from $983. 865 East in the Old Town Harrisonburg neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rockingham County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colonnade Apartments I | Shenandoah - HC | 1BR,1BA | $983 |
| 865 East | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Chestnut Ridge Apartments | The Oak Phase I | 2BR,2BA | $1,323 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rockingham County, VA
As of May 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rockingham County area is the $1.85 price per square foot Bearberry Townhome Model at The Mark Townhomes in the in the Old Town Harrisonburg neighborhood starting from $2,526. The second greatest value Rockingham County apartment is the 4BD/4.5BA Renovated Model at Arcadia Harrisonburg starting at $705 with a $0.54 price per square foot in the Old Town Harrisonburg neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rockingham County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mark Townhomes | Bearberry Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.85 |
| Arcadia Harrisonburg | 4BD/4.5BA Renovated | 4BR,4.5BA | $0.54 |
| Chestnut Ridge Apartments | The Oak Phase I | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| Preston Lake Apartments | The Bluff | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| The Reserve at Stone Port | Harrison | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| Colonnade Apartments I | Shenandoah - HC | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| 865 East | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rockingham County Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Rockingham County?
The cheapest apartment in Rockingham County is Colonnade Apartments I which is listed at $983, while the average apartment in Rockingham County costs $2,999.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Rockingham County?
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 9 regular apartments in Rockingham County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Rockingham County?
Cheap apartments in Rockingham County have an average cost of $384 which is $2,615 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Rockingham County.
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