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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Upscale finishes
  • Modern apartment living
  • Thoughtfully designed
  • Spacious 3 bedroom

Location

253 English Commons Dr, Lynchburg, VA 24501, USA
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Leasing office

(844) 326-6575 ext. 7125

Property Overview

253 English Commons Drive offers upscale, thoughtfully designed modern apartment living with spacious 3-bedroom layouts and strong overall value, supported by a Zumper Expert Rating of 8.6 and standout scores for price, amenities, location, and trustworthiness. It also has 17 photos for a clearer preview and is a strong fit for work-from-home needs, with common areas for meetings, high-speed internet, utilities included, and nearby pet supply access.

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

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 253 English Commons Drive is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 253 English Commons Drive 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

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Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

253 English Commons Drive Building E - 3023 bed2 bath1,229 sqft$1,495 /moShowing after August 27th This unit is currently occupied and not available to be toured. Country charm with city convenience — welcome to English Commons. The Buckingham – 3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | Third Floor Live in comfort and style at The Buckingham, a spacious 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom third-floor apartment located in the desirable English Commons community. Thoughtfully designed with upscale finishes and everyday convenience in mind, this home offers modern apartment living at its best.

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Amenities for 253 English Commons Drive

Apartment Amenities

Trash Included

Tech

High-Speed Internet

Building

Cats OKClubhouse
Dogs OKFitness Center
Free WeightsResidents 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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OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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Cat

Pet Terms

1 cat max.

Dog

Pet Terms

1 dog max.

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About 253 English Commons Drive

HomeApartments in Lynchburg 253 English Commons Drive

Showing after August 27th This unit is currently occupied and not available to be toured. Country charm with city convenience — welcome to English Commons. The Buckingham – 3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | Third Floor Live in comfort and style at The Buckingham, a spacious 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom third-floor apartment located in the desirable English Commons community. Thoughtfully designed with upscale finishes and everyday convenience in mind, this home offers modern apartment living at its best.


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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 253 English Commons Drive is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 253 English Commons Drive 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 253 English Commons Drive
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.
253 English Commons Drive 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·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 pets allowed. 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·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.

253 English Commons Drive is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 pet supply store near the property

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Common areas for meetings or remote work
  • Utilities included in the rent

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.

Positives

Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 4 miles away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 3 miles away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 4 miles away

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Rent trends in Lynchburg

3-bedroom apartments at 253 English Commons Drive cost about 7% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Lynchburg.

Median rents as of Jun 13 2026.
Lynchburg
A table of studio rental data trends in Lynchburg
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,095
July 2024$1,045
August 2024$953
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

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Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$59,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $59,800 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,495.
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Schools near 253 English Commons Drive

Yellow Branch Elementary School

377 dennis riddle dr

rustburg, VA, 24588

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Neighborhood

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

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

1/10
Closest supermarket further than a 30-minute walk

Shopping

1/10
Few or no shops within walking distance

Cafes

0/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

2/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

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

0/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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