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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Dishwasher
  • Full sized washer and dryer
  • Off street parking
  • On street parking
  • Patio

Location

Locust Ave At Poplar St, Charlottesville, VA 22902, USA|Martha Jefferson
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Management

Real Property Management, Inc.

Leasing office

(434) 422-4659

Property Overview

Locust & Poplar offers exceptional value and quality, with an 8.8/10 overall Zumper Expert Rating and perfect scores for both price and amenities, including a dishwasher, full-sized washer and dryer, and a mix of off-street/on-street parking plus a patio. Its strong location rating reflects convenient access to everyday needs and entertainment, supported by nearby grocery options, transit, restaurants, gyms, and cultural venues. The property is also highlighted for pet friendliness, fitness and wellness, social life, and work-from-home support, with a solid trustworthiness rating underscoring transparent management.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Locust & Poplar is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Locust & Poplar has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • More space
  • High school nearby

Great for

  • Eco living
  • Pet owners
  • Wellness

Floor plans

3BR/1.5BA3 bed1.5 bath1,294 sqft$1,695 /mo1 unit availableCute townhouse in a great location close to downtown! Plenty of space with three bedrooms and one and half baths, this home features parquet flooring, a patio, a dishwasher, and a full sized washer and dryer. Off street and on street parking available with lawn care provided. Make sure to bring your pets as one is permitted with additional fees.

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Amenities for Locust & Poplar

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCeiling Fan
Cooling Central ACHardwood Floor
Patio

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
RefrigeratorStove Electric
Washer and Dryer

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Non-Smoking Unit

Grounds

Outdoor Space

Services

Lawn Care Included
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units4
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About Locust & Poplar

HomeApartments in CharlottesvilleMartha Jefferson Locust & Poplar

Cute townhouse in a great location close to downtown! Plenty of space with three bedrooms and one and half baths, this home features parquet flooring, a patio, a dishwasher, and a full sized washer and dryer. Off street and on street parking available with lawn care provided. Make sure to bring your pets as one is permitted with additional fees.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Locust & Poplar is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Locust & Poplar has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Locust & Poplar
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Locust & Poplar offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Locust & Poplar stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Locust & Poplar is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Locust & Poplar does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Locust & Poplar is great for:

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • 14 parks within a mile
  • Public transit available nearby

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 7 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet hospital in the area

Wellness

  • HVAC systems available onsite
  • 50 gyms or yoga centers nearby
  • 19 sports facilities (like tennis courts) nearby
  • There are 26 grocery stores within 1 mile

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Locust & Poplar compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
The 3-bedroom is 74 sqft larger than other listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

Considerations

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Rent trends in Martha Jefferson

3-bedroom apartments at Locust & Poplar cost about 38% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Martha Jefferson.

Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
Martha Jefferson
Charlottesville
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Charlottesville
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,696
June 2024$1,562
July 2024$1,695
August 2024$1,706
September 2024$1,750
October 2024$1,679
November 2024$1,658
December 2024$1,658
January 2025$1,672
February 2025$1,622
March 2025$1,563
April 2025$1,543
May 2025$1,605
June 2025$1,636
July 2025$1,624
August 2025$1,614
September 2025$1,615
October 2025$1,592
November 2025$1,524
December 2025$1,531
January 2026$1,500
February 2026$1,525
March 2026$1,531
April 2026$1,601
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Martha Jefferson
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,775
June 2024$2,161
July 2024$2,195
August 2024$1,794
November 2024$2,023
December 2024$2,023
January 2025$2,022
February 2025$1,850
April 2025$1,750
May 2025$1,708
June 2025$1,680
October 2025$1,275
November 2025$1,275

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at Locust Ave At Poplar St?

Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$67,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $67,800 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,695.
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Schools near Locust & Poplar

Burnley-Moran Elementary School

1300 long st

charlottesville, VA, 22901

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Neighborhood

Martha Jefferson | Charlottesville, VA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Charlottesville near Locust Ave At Poplar St

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for Locust Ave At Poplar St, Charlottesville

Groceries

6/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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