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Highlights
- Upscale finishes
- Modern apartment living
- Thoughtfully designed
- Spacious 3 bedroom
Location
253 English Commons Dr, Lynchburg, VA 24501, USA
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Property Overview
253 English Commons Drive offers upscale, thoughtfully designed modern apartment living with spacious 3 bedroom layouts. It pairs strong value and transparency with standout amenities and a convenient location, including common areas for remote work, high-speed internet, and utilities included in the rent.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Great for
Work-from-home
Floor plans
| 253 English Commons Drive Building E - 103 | 1 bed | 1 bath | 653 sqft | $1,145 /mo | Cozy season is coming-find your place to call home!! This unit is currently occupied. Showing after November 12th. Country charm with city convenience — welcome to English Commons. Live in comfort and style at The Lancaster, a spacious 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment located on the fourth floor of the desirable English Commons community. Thoughtfully designed with high-end finishes and everyday convenience in mind, this home offers the best of modern apartment living. |
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Amenities for 253 English Commons Drive
Apartment Amenities
| Trash Included |
Tech
| High-Speed Internet |
Building
| Clubhouse | Fitness Center |
| Free Weights | Residents Lounge |
Grounds
| Swimming Pool |
Services
| On-Site Maintenance |
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
Application Fee
Per-applicant. Agent application fee.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 1 |
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About 253 English Commons Drive
Cozy season is coming-find your place to call home!! This unit is currently occupied. Showing after November 12th. Country charm with city convenience — welcome to English Commons. Live in comfort and style at The Lancaster, a spacious 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment located on the fourth floor of the desirable English Commons community. Thoughtfully designed with high-end finishes and everyday convenience in mind, this home offers the best of modern apartment living.
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.
7.6
/10
Very Good253 English Commons Drive is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
Price·7A 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.
While the monthly rent is more than the median price per bedroom of nearby properties, 253 English Commons Drive has other amenities and features that might compensate for the increased price. The higher monthly rent potentially reflects a higher quality of living that renters might find here, compared to other properties in the area.
Amenities·9A 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.
253 English Commons Drive goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including clubhouse. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 253 English Commons Drive receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
253 English Commons Drive 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 253 English Commons Drive does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
253 English Commons Drive provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
253 English Commons Drive is great for:
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 253 English Commons Drive compares to other nearby properties.
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 4 miles away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 4 miles away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 3 miles away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Lynchburg
1-bedroom apartments at 253 English Commons Drive cost about 13% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Lynchburg.
Median rents as of Sep 12 2026.
Lynchburg
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $950 |
| October 2024 | $908 |
| November 2024 | $895 |
| December 2024 | $895 |
| January 2025 | $895 |
| February 2025 | $895 |
| March 2025 | $895 |
| April 2025 | $895 |
| May 2025 | $895 |
| June 2025 | $884 |
| July 2025 | $895 |
| August 2025 | $895 |
| September 2025 | $896 |
| October 2025 | $915 |
| November 2025 | $902 |
| December 2025 | $897 |
| January 2026 | $895 |
| February 2026 | $895 |
| March 2026 | $898 |
| April 2026 | $921 |
| May 2026 | $907 |
| June 2026 | $895 |
| July 2026 | $925 |
| August 2026 | $909 |
| September 2026 | $895 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 253 English Commons Dr?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$45,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $45,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,145.
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Schools near 253 English Commons Drive
Yellow Branch Elementary School
377 dennis riddle dr
rustburg, VA, 24588
PK, K-5Public
B
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Internet available near 253 English Commons Drive
Neighborhood
Getting around Lynchburg near 253 English Commons Dr
Walking
2/10
You’ll need another mode of transportation for getting around. Scooter, anyone?
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
2/10
Heads up, bike lanes and cyclist-friendly streets aren’t common.
Transit
0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.
Points of interest for 253 English Commons Dr, Lynchburg
Groceries
4/10
Some groceries within a short drive
Shopping
2/10
Few or no shops within a short drive
Cafes
2/10
Few or no cafés within a short drive
Restaurants
2/10
Some restaurants within a short drive
Primary schools
0/10
Closest elementary school further than a 30-minute walk
High schools
0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
2/10
Few or no bars within a short drive
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