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Highlights

  • Newly renovated apartment
  • New flooring

Location

284 Farmers Mountain Rd, Gretna, VA 24557, USA
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Management

Dawson Ford Garbee Leasing & Property Management

Leasing office

(434) 455-2777

Property Overview

Gretna Apartments is rated highly overall, scoring 8.3 out of 10, reflecting its appeal to renters. It combines competitive pricing (9/10) with an impressive array of amenities (9/10) and a location that offers excellent accessibility to nearby points of interest (9/10). The property emphasizes transparency and trustworthiness with a rating of 7/10, and its notable features include newly renovated apartments and new flooring, contributing to a high-quality living experience.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Gretna Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Gretna Apartments 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

  • Outdoor space

Great for

  • Social life
  • Eco living

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath$550 /mo1 unit availableA one-bedroom handicap accessible apartment in Gretna! Such a nice and cozy place to call home. Newly renovated apartment with new flooring, appliances, fresh paint. Please contact Dawson Ford Garbee Leasing & Property Management for showing at (434)455-2777.

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Amenities for Gretna Apartments

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RangeRefrigerator

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Outdoor Space

Services

Lawn Care
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One-time. Refundable.

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A one-bedroom handicap accessible apartment in Gretna! Such a nice and cozy place to call home. Newly renovated apartment with new flooring, appliances, fresh paint. Please contact Dawson Ford Garbee Leasing & Property Management for showing at (434)455-2777.


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Gretna Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Gretna Apartments 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 Gretna Apartments
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.
Gretna Apartments 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·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.
Gretna Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including lawn care. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Gretna Apartments 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.
Gretna Apartments 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 Gretna Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
Gretna Apartments provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Gretna Apartments is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • Area has 1 park and recreation option
  • Diverse age groups live in this area

Eco living

  • 1 park within a mile
  • Public transit available nearby
  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • On-site recycling or composting options

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 Gretna Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

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Rent trends in Gretna

1-bedroom apartments at Gretna Apartments cost about 10% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Gretna.

Median rents as of May 24 2025.
Gretna
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Gretna
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$513
December 2024$525
January 2025$500
February 2025$500
March 2025$500
May 2025$500

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$22,000/yr

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Schools near Gretna Apartments

Gretna Elementary School

302 franklin blvd south

gretna, VA, 24557

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Neighborhood

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

Getting around Gretna near 284 Farmers Mountain Rd

Walking

2/10
You’ll need another mode of transportation for getting around. Scooter, anyone?

Driving

10/10
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.

Points of interest for 284 Farmers Mountain Rd, Gretna

Groceries

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

Shopping

1/10
Few or no shops within walking distance

Cafes

1/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

2/10
Closest elementary school further than a 30-minute walk

High schools

2/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

0/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 284 Farmers Mountain Rd

Elba Butcher Shoppe
102 S Shelton St
Food Lion
100 Vaden Dr
Woody's Country Store
5633 Pittsville Rd

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