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  • Pet Friendly

Location

408 Harding Ave, Blacksburg, VA 24060, USA|Downtown Eastside
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Management

Elevate Property Management LLC

Leasing office

(540) 251-1125

Property Overview

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, The U - Blacksburg is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The U - Blacksburg has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Eco-friendly trash disposal
  • Images Available

Floor plans

2 Bedroom Townhouse Walking Distance to VT2 bed1 bath$1,800 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for The U - Blacksburg

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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Applicants

One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About The U - Blacksburg

HomeApartments in Blacksburg The U - Blacksburg

2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Townhomes walking distance to VT!


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, The U - Blacksburg is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The U - Blacksburg has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated The U - Blacksburg
Price·9A 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.
The U - Blacksburg stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
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.
The U - Blacksburg 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.
The U - Blacksburg 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 The U - Blacksburg 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.

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 The U - Blacksburg compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 miles away
Eco-friendly trash disposal
This property has recycling pickup
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property

Considerations

No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in Downtown Eastside

2-bedroom apartments at The U - Blacksburg cost about 33% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Downtown Eastside.

Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Downtown Eastside
Blacksburg
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Blacksburg
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,355
December 2024$1,335
January 2025$1,347
February 2025$1,350
March 2025$1,328
April 2025$1,292
May 2025$1,307
June 2025$1,300
July 2025$1,330
August 2025$1,364
September 2025$1,440
October 2025$1,450
November 2025$1,450
December 2025$1,442
January 2026$1,426
February 2026$1,400
March 2026$1,395
April 2026$1,394
May 2026$1,362
June 2026$1,370
July 2026$1,392
August 2026$1,477
September 2026$1,503
October 2026$1,505
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Downtown Eastside
MonthMedian Rent
December 2024$1,240
January 2025$1,281
February 2025$1,375
March 2025$1,322
April 2025$1,275
May 2025$1,233
June 2025$1,188
July 2025$1,235
August 2025$1,250
September 2025$1,250
October 2025$1,260
November 2025$1,285
December 2025$1,278
January 2026$1,534
February 2026$1,600
March 2026$1,513
April 2026$1,425
May 2026$1,493
June 2026$1,600
July 2026$1,600
August 2026$1,308
September 2026$1,288
October 2026$1,329

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$72,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $72,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,800.
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Schools near The U - Blacksburg

Harding Avenue Elementary School

429 harding ave

blacksburg, VA, 24060

K-5Public
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Neighborhood

Downtown Eastside | Blacksburg, VA

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

Getting around Blacksburg near 408 Harding Ave

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

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

Cycling

8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 408 Harding Ave, Blacksburg

Groceries

2/10
At least one supermarket within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

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 10-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 408 Harding Ave

Food Lion
1413 N Main St
Kroger
1322 S Main St
Oasis World Market
1411 S Main St
Kroger
903 University City Blvd
Annie Kay's Main St. Market
1531 S Main St

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