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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Keyless entry
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Access controlled
  • In-unit washer and dryer
  • Fitness room
  • Quartz countertops throughout

Location

1217 Church St, Lynchburg, VA 24504, USA|Diamond Hill
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Management

Opal Partners LLC

Leasing office

(434) 253-0101

Property Overview

White Star Flats is a highly rated community (overall 8.8/10) with exceptional value for money and top-tier amenities (both 10/10), including keyless entry, access control, in-unit washer and dryer, stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, and a fitness room. Its strong location rating (9/10) reflects excellent access to schools, coworking spots, cafes, restaurants, entertainment venues, and everyday conveniences, while a solid trustworthiness score (8/10) indicates transparent, detailed property information.

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, White Star Flats is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, White Star Flats 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

  • Middle school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Work-from-home
  • Social life

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath446+ sqft$950–$1,150 /mo5 units availableWelcome to White Star Flats, reopened as 29 apartments in May of 2023 and situated just steps from the historic Lynchburg Community (Farmers) Market. This first floor 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment has polished concrete and tile flooring, quartz countertops throughout, stainless steel appliances and in-unit washer and dryer. Painted brick walls throughout the kitchen are a nod to the history of the building. The apartment includes dishwasher, garbage disposal, ice maker and microwave. Water, trash and internet (private network, NOT shared Wifi) are included in rent. Enjoy the convenience of our fitness room, open 24/7. Residents benefit from paid onsite parking and building access control, while keyless entry provides easy, contactless entry to the unit. There is also a community-use grill for all residents to enjoy when you don't feel like another night of cooking on the stove. Call for a tour today!

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Amenities for White Star Flats

Apartment Amenities

Water

Appliances

DishwasherGarbage Disposal
IcemakerIn-Unit Laundry
MicrowaveRange/Stove/Oven
RefrigeratorWashing Machine/Dryer

Tech

InternetKeyless Entry

Building

24/7 Fitness RoomCats OK
Dogs OKFitness Center

Services

Trash Removal
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
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About White Star Flats

HomeApartments in LynchburgDiamond Hill White Star Flats

Originally built as the White Star Steam Laundry Company in 1909, this piece of Lynchburg history has been repurposed into 27 one-bedroom apartments and 2 two-bedroom apartments. The apartments feature quartz countertops, exposed interior brick and block walls and bar joist ceilings, large industrial steel windows, polished concrete floors, white oak hardwood floors, and exposed spiral ductwork. Washing machines, dryers, and dishwashers are included in every apartment. A fitness room and community-use grill are available 24/7 to all residents. Each resident is provided their own private internet network, which is included in rent. White Star Flats is access controlled with security cameras and keyless entry on every apartment door for quick and easy access. We are located in the heart of downtown, just across the street from Lynchburg Community Market and within minutes of Lynchburg's incredible trail system.


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, White Star Flats is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, White Star Flats 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 White Star Flats
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.
White Star Flats 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.
White Star Flats 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.
White Star Flats 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 White Star Flats 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.

White Star Flats is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • 4 coworking spaces or cafes within 1 mile
  • 2 internet service provider options nearby
  • 1 office supply store within 1 mile

Social life

  • This community has public spaces on site, like fitness centers or pools
  • 62 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 24 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby
  • Diverse age groups live in this area

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 White Star Flats compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen

Considerations

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Rent trends in Diamond Hill

1-bedroom apartments at White Star Flats cost about 10% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Diamond Hill.

Median rents as of May 30 2026.
Diamond Hill
Lynchburg
A table of studio rental data trends in Lynchburg
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,091
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
A table of studio rental data trends in Diamond Hill
MonthMedian Rent
August 2025$950
September 2025$950
October 2025$975
January 2026$950
March 2026$850
April 2026$850

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$38,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $38,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $950.
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Schools near White Star Flats

Sandusky Elementary School

5828 apache ln

lynchburg, VA, 24502

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Getting around Lynchburg near 1217 Church St

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1217 Church St, Lynchburg

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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