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Apartments for Rent in Amherst, VA
The average monthly rent in Amherst is up 14.71% compared to last month but down 30.46% year-over-year.
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Amherst
238 Waughs Ferry Rd #1, Amherst, VA 24521
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
3 beds
2 baths
$1,800
House for rent
Available Oct 10
5d+ ago
House for rent in Monroe
3 beds
2 baths
$895
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Monroe
2 beds
1 bath
$1,200
House for rent
Available Sep 19
2d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$1,225
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5d+ ago
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6125 Old Mill Road, Lynchburg, VA 24502
In-unit laundry | Fitness center | On-site management
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$831–$1,136
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Lynchburg
3 beds
1 bath
$1,175
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5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Lynchburg
3 beds
2 baths
$1,300
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5d+ ago
Central Business District apartment for rent in Lynchburg
3 beds
3 baths
$1,695
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5d+ ago
Verified
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Hardwood floor
3 beds
2 baths
$1,195
Apartment for rent
Available Oct 1
5d+ ago
College Hill condo for rent in Lynchburg
3 beds
2 baths
$1,195
Condo for rent
Available May 27
5d+ ago
White Rock Hill house for rent in Lynchburg
2 beds
1 bath
$995
House for rent
Available Apr 11
5d+ ago
Tyreeanna house for rent in Lynchburg
3 beds
1 bath
$1,400
House for rent
Available Oct 1
5d+ ago
101 1/2 Hampden Dr, Lynchburg, VA 24502
In-unit laundry | Carpet | Dishwasher
2 beds
1 bath
$1,100
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1d ago
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,220–$1,695
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14h ago
Verified
2221 Taylor Farm Road ##1, Lynchburg, VA 24503
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1 bed
1 bath
$675–$875
Apartment for rent
Available Oct 31
2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$420
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5h ago
Rivermont apartment for rent in Lynchburg
115 Denver Ave #1, Lynchburg, VA 24503
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Hardwood floor
5 beds
2 baths
$2,500
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 17
6h ago
Winston Ridge house for rent in Lynchburg
In-unit laundry | Dishwasher | Microwave
3 beds
2 baths
$1,200
House for rent
1d ago
Fort Hill house for rent in Lynchburg
4316 Fort Ave, Lynchburg, VA 24502
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor
3 beds
1 bath
$1,600
House for rent
Available Sep 6
1d ago
Bedford Hills apartment for rent in Lynchburg
In-unit laundry | Central heat | Dishwasher
1 bed
1 bath
$1,260
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 15
1d ago
Diamond Hill house for rent in Lynchburg
1714 Floyd St, Lynchburg, VA 24501
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Carpet
3 beds
2 baths
$1,295
House for rent
Available Jul 18
2d ago
College Hill house for rent in Lynchburg
Dishwasher | Outdoor space
3 beds
2 baths
$1,550
House for rent
Available Sep 15
3d ago
Miller Park apartment for rent in Lynchburg
2734 Fort Ave #104, Lynchburg, VA 24501
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$995
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 15
3d ago
Central Business District apartment for rent in Lynchburg
700 Court St #5, Lynchburg, VA 24504
Air conditioning | Assigned parking | Hardwood floor
1 bed
1 bath
$850
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 15
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Amherst rent data for:
As of today, you'll find 16 apartments for rent in Amherst, with a median rent price of $1,050 per month. Amherst has seen a 30%—or $457—decrease in median rent price compared to the previous year.Apartments for rent
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$1,050Year Over Year Change
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How has rent in Amherst, VA changed in the last two years?
The average rent in Amherst, VA, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $1,050, which is a 30.46% decrease year-over-year.
The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Amherst, VA is about $995. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Amherst, VA is $1,150, and studios are about $895 per month.
See more Amherst, VA rent data on our rent research page.
What are the K-12 schools in Amherst, VA?
About Niche: Niche compiles and analyzes the latest data from public sources like the US Census Bureau and the Department of Education to generate rankings for schools and neighborhoods across the US.
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Amherst Elementary School
156 davis st
amherst, VA, 24521
Temperance Elementary School
1981 lowesville rd
amherst, VA, 24521
Central Elementary School
575 union hill rd
amherst, VA, 24521
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Who lives in Amherst, VA?
Gender
Age Range
0-19
17%
20-34
15%
35-44
11%
45-64
25%
65+
30%
Language
English
93%
Spanish
6%
Indo Euro
0%
Asia Pac
0%
Other
0%
Education
No HS
18%
High School
49%
Bachelor's
20%
Master's
8%
Prof Degree
1%
Doctorate
0%
What is the household breakdown in Amherst, VA?
Families
Property
Household Income
0-25k
25%
25-50k
20%
50-75k
10%
75-100k
15%
100-150k
19%
150k+
8%
How do residents get around Amherst, VA?
Amherst locals spend about 20 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. The best way to fly in or out of Amherst is through Richmond International Airport, 95.25 miles away.
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Scores for Amherst are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.
Amherst, VA apartment availability
Amherst has a relatively small rental market, with an average of only 3 listings available per month in 2024. The most common apartment sizes are studios and 2-bedroom units, each accounting for a significant portion of the total market, along with 3-bedroom units. 1-bedroom apartments are relatively scarce.
When it comes to amenities, pet-friendliness is a common feature, with many apartments allowing small pets, cats, or pets in general. In fact, all listed apartments in Amherst seem to be pet-friendly in some capacity. Overall, renters in Amherst will need to be flexible with their expectations and act quickly when a suitable apartment becomes available.
Methodology: How we got this data
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2024 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
Apartment rentals Amherst, VA FAQ
What is the average rent for 2 bedroom apartments for rent in Amherst, VA?
The average rent for 2 bedroom apartments for rent in Amherst is $995 per month. Currently, there are 5 2 bedroom apartments for rent in Amherst, VA.
What is the average price for 3 bedroom apartments for rent in Amherst, VA?
The average price for 3 bedroom apartments for rent in Amherst is $2500 per month. As of today, there are 7 3 bedroom apartments for rent in Amherst, VA.
How expensive is it to rent an apartment in Amherst, VA?
The average rent price in Amherst, VA for a 2 bedroom apartment is $995 per month. Amherst average rent price is below the average national apartment rent price which is $1750 per month. Aside from rent price, the cost of living in Amherst is also important to know. Cost of living includes but is not limited to: groceries, gas, utilities, water, and electric.
What is the average size of an apartment in Amherst, VA?
The average size of a 1 bedroom apartment rental in Amherst is 893 square feet. The average size of a 2 bedroom apartment rental in Amherst is 1021 square feet. The average size of a 3 bedroom apartment rental in Amherst is 1496 square feet.
Can I afford an apartment for rent in Amherst, VA?
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| 🔑Available apartment rentals | 25 |
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| 💰Best rent deal | 238 Waughs Ferry Rd #1 |
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