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Highlights
- Spacious bedrooms
- Convenient location
Location
1608 Whipple Dr, Blacksburg, VA 24060, USA|Main - Patrick Henry
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Property Overview
Whipple North earns a solid 7.7 out of 10 overall, with standout marks for amenities, location, and trustworthiness, plus a strong balance of price and value. It also offers spacious bedrooms, a convenient location, and 50 photos that give renters a helpful look at the property.
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.
Things you’ll love
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Floor plans
| 1612 Whipple #2 | 2 bed | 1 bath | $1,460 /mo | 1 unit available | 2-bedroom, 1-bath unit at 1612 Whipple Dr! Includes spacious bedrooms, a full kitchen, and a practical layout for comfortable living. Close to Virginia Tech, downtown, and shopping, making it a convenient and ideal location for students. | ||
| 1610 Whipple #2 | 3 bed | 3 bath | $2,910 /mo | 1 unit available | 3-bedroom, 3-bath unit at 1610 Whipple Dr! Includes large bedrooms, a full kitchen, and private bathrooms for added comfort. Just minutes from Virginia Tech, downtown, and shopping, making it an ideal location for students seeking space and convenience. | ||
| 1614 Whipple #1 | 4 bed | 4 bath | $3,800 /mo | 1 unit available | Spacious 4-bedroom, 4-bath unit at 1614 Whipple Dr! Each bedroom features a private bathroom, and the unit offers a full kitchen and plenty of living space — perfect for roommates. Just minutes from Virginia Tech, downtown, and local shops for convenient, campus-adjacent living. |
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Amenities for Whipple North
Apartment Amenities
| Dryer |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
| Microwave | Oven |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking |
Services
| Lawn Care |
Other
| Refrigetator |
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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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 8 |
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About Whipple North
2-bedroom, 1-bath unit at 1612 Whipple Dr! Includes spacious bedrooms, a full kitchen, and a practical layout for comfortable living. Close to Virginia Tech, downtown, and shopping, making it a convenient and ideal location for students.
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.
7.7
/10
Very GoodWhipple North 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, Whipple North 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.
Whipple North goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including assigned parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Whipple North 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.
Whipple North 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 Whipple North 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 Whipple North compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this property
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 3.6 miles away
- Distance from grocery stores
- The nearest grocery store is 3.8 miles away
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1.3 miles away
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Rent trends in Main - Patrick Henry
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Whipple North to be 27% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Main - Patrick Henry.
3-bedroom apartments at Whipple North cost about 28% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Main - Patrick Henry.
4-bedroom apartments at Whipple North cost about 59% more than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Main - Patrick Henry.
Median rents as of Oct 31 2026.
Main - Patrick Henry
Blacksburg
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $1,351 |
| 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 | $1,504 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $1,600 |
| March 2025 | $1,450 |
| April 2025 | $1,450 |
| April 2026 | $2,000 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 1608 Whipple Dr?
Bedrooms
Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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$58,400/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $58,400 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,460.
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Schools near Whipple North
Harding Avenue Elementary School
429 harding ave
blacksburg, VA, 24060
K-5Public
A
Getting around Blacksburg near 1608 Whipple Dr
Walking
4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
4/10
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 1608 Whipple Dr, Blacksburg
Groceries
8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Shopping
4/10
Some shops within a short drive
Cafes
4/10
Variety of cafés within a short drive
Restaurants
5/10
Variety of restaurants within a short drive
Primary schools
2/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk
High schools
0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within a short drive
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