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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Granite countertops
  • Updated bathrooms

Location

208 Wharton St Se, Blacksburg, VA 24060, USA|Downtown Eastside
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Management

Pointe West Management - Blacksburg

Leasing office

(540) 953-1341

Property Overview

208 Wharton St combines modern living with excellent amenities, featuring updated bathrooms, stainless steel appliances, and granite countertops. With a Zumper expert rating of 7.1, it excels in amenities and location, each rated 9 out of 10, ensuring residents enjoy convenience and a vibrant social scene. The property demonstrates transparency and reliability, earning an 8 out of 10 trustworthiness rating, making it an attractive option for potential renters.

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

7.1
Very Good
208 Wharton St 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 Price, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
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Great for

  • Social life
  • Pet owners

Floor plans

208 Wharton Street | Individual Lease in a 4 bed 2.5 Bath Townhome4 bed2.5 bath1,242 sqft$740 /mo1 unit available
208 TH4 bed2.5 bath1,242 sqft$3,900 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to 208 E Wharton! This 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom townhome is ideally located within walking distance to downtown Blacksburg, the Virginia Tech campus, dining, and more. Fully Renovated for 2025! Enjoy a complete modern makeover featuring: -A brand-new kitchen with stylish cabinets, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances -Updated bathrooms with sleek showers, new vanities, large mirrors, and modern fixtures -Bright LED lighting throughout -Durable, beautiful hard-surface flooring -Contemporary five-panel doors and all-new hardware -Fresh, vibrant paint throughout -New LG all-in-one washer and dryer (Note: Photos are of a similar unit with a different floorplan, but finishes will match those shown.) Contact Pointe West Management to schedule your in person tour today!

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Amenities for 208 Wharton St

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
Oven/StoveRange
RefrigeratorWasher and Dryer

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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

Dog policy

Allowed 
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Cat policy

Allowed 
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About 208 Wharton St

HomeApartments in Blacksburg 208 Wharton St

These 4-bed townhouses are highly sought-after and are rarely listed. With a mere 0.6 mile walk to the student center at Virginia Tech these units are the perfect location for anyone looking to be close to campus. Each unit also comes with a dishwasher. Call Pointe West Management at 540.953.1341 today to lease these units!


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.
7.1
/10
Very Good
208 Wharton St 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 Price, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated 208 Wharton St
Price·5A 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.
Monthly rent at 208 Wharton St is significantly more expensive than other properties in local neighborhoods. Because of the risk associated with the significant cost difference, this building received a 5/10. Some might think the increased cost is justified by the amenities, but it's worth taking a thorough look for yourself and deciding if any premium benefits are worth the extra expense.
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.
208 Wharton St 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, 208 Wharton St 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.
208 Wharton St 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 208 Wharton St 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.

208 Wharton St is great for:

Social life

  • 94 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 33 local event hubs within 1 mile
  • A bustling neighborhood

Pet owners

  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 1 pet supply store near the property

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 208 Wharton St compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
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Considerations

Priced higher than average
4-bedrooms are $946 more than the median rent in this area

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Rent trends in Downtown Eastside

4-bedroom apartments at 208 Wharton St cost about 4% more than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Downtown Eastside.

Median rents as of Aug 30 2025.
Downtown Eastside
Blacksburg
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Blacksburg
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$1,037
October 2023$1,161
November 2023$1,054
December 2023$1,092
January 2024$1,077
February 2024$1,005
March 2024$1,085
April 2024$1,183
May 2024$1,194
June 2024$1,201
July 2024$1,206
August 2024$1,197
September 2024$1,196
October 2024$1,225
November 2024$1,220
December 2024$1,199
January 2025$1,147
February 2025$1,096
March 2025$1,198
April 2025$1,193
May 2025$1,193
June 2025$1,228
July 2025$1,198
August 2025$1,158
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Downtown Eastside
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$860
March 2024$860

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Can I afford to live at 208 Wharton St Se?

Bedrooms

4+ bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$92,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $92,800 annually to afford this 4-bedrooms median monthly rent price of $2,320.
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Schools near 208 Wharton St

Harding Avenue Elementary School

429 harding ave

blacksburg, VA, 24060

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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 208 Wharton St Se

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.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 208 Wharton St Se, Blacksburg

Groceries

3/10
No grocery stores within walking distance

Shopping

3/10
Some 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

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

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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