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447 Toytown Rd - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

House for rent in Amherst

Charming 3 Bed, 1.5 Bath Single Family Home in Amherst - $1,800/mo

447 Toytown Rd, Amherst, VA 24521

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony

3 beds

1.5 baths

$1,800

House for rent

Available Jun 12

3-bed house on .81 acres near Liberty University

Set in Amherst, VA, this dog-friendly 3-bed, 1.5-bath house sits on a generous .81-acre lot just 25 minutes from Liberty University and 45 minutes from Charlottesville. The 1,748 sqft layout features hardwood floors, central air, and full appliances including washer/dryer. A fit for remote workers and pet owners with outdoor space, front porch, two side decks, and no water bills thanks to the private well.

108 E Court St #3 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Amherst

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108 E Court St #3, Amherst, VA 24521

1 bed

1 bath

$675

Apartment for rent

Available Jul 1

Cozy 1-Bedroom Apartment in Charming Amherst

Enjoy the charm of Amherst in this cute 1-bedroom apartment, perfectly located within walking distance of local restaurants and shops. Features a cozy living space and an eat-in kitchen. Rent includes water, sewer, and trash.

133 S Main St #A - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Amherst

133 S Main St #A, Amherst, VA 24521

2 beds

1 bath

$795

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 12

2-bed pet-friendly apartment with parking

Set in Amherst, VA, this 2-bed, 1-bath basement apartment offers 850 sqft of flexible living space close to local shopping and dining. The functional layout provides ample storage throughout both bedrooms, with water and sewer included in rent plus yard maintenance covered. Pet-friendly for dogs up to 25 pounds with plenty of parking for residents and guests.

178 Dulwich Dr - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Townhouse for rent in Amherst

2 beds

1.5 baths

$1,495

House for rent

2-bed Amherst townhouse with utilities included

Quietly set in Amherst, VA, this 2-bed, 1.5-bath townhouse includes trash, lawn care, and water in the rent. Central heating and air keep you comfortable year-round, while the provided washer and dryer add convenience. Available now with no smoking policy.

2477 Earley Farm Rd - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Amherst

Charming 4 Bed, 2 Bath Home in Amherst, VA - Available 07/01 - $1600

2477 Earley Farm Rd, Amherst, VA 24521

In-unit laundry | Balcony | Central heat

4 beds

2 baths

$1,600

House for rent

Available Jul 1

4-bed Amherst house with water included

Located in Amherst, VA, this 4-bed, 2-bath house offers 2,100 sqft with central heating and cooling, in-unit laundry hookups, and a spacious back deck. The kitchen includes a dishwasher and microwave, while laminate flooring runs throughout. At $1,600/month with water utilities included and a grocery store right nearby, it provides solid value for the space.

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Tanglewood MHC LLC - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

8

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Tanglewood MHC LLC

325 Tanglewood Dr, Madison Heights, VA 24572

Dishwasher

2 beds

2 baths

$1,036

Apartment for rent

405 Winesap Rd #1 - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

House for rent in Madison Heights

405 Winesap Road - 1

405 Winesap Rd #1, Madison Heights, VA 24572

3 beds

1 bath

$1,450

House for rent

Available Jul 3

169 Crescent Ln #1 - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

House for rent in Monroe

169 Crescent Lane - 1

169 Crescent Ln #1, Monroe, VA 24574

3 beds

1 bath

$1,200

$1,100

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House for rent

Available Jul 3

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1208 S Coolwell Rd - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Madison Heights

1208 S Coolwell Rd, Madison Heights, VA 24572

Air conditioning | Hardwood floor | Carpet

3 beds

1 bath

$1,550

$1,350

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House for rent

3723 S Amherst Hwy #A - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Madison Heights

3723 South Amherst Highway - A

3723 S Amherst Hwy #A, Madison Heights, VA 24572

Balcony

2 beds

2 baths

$895

Apartment for rent

Available Jul 1

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2533 Richmond Hwy - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

8.3

Very good

2533 Richmond Hwy

2533 Richmond Hwy, Gladstone, VA 24553

Air conditioning

1 bed

1 bath

$575

Apartment for rent

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Wesley - Photo 1 of 1
Income restricted
Age restricted

2d ago

9.9

Excellent

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Wesley

1201 Long Meadows Drive, Lynchburg, VA 24502

Air conditioning | Fitness center | On-site management

Studio–2 beds

1 bath

$790–$1,000

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 5

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Miller's Rest - Photo 1 of 1
Highly rated
Income restricted

1d ago

9.3

Excellent

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Miller's Rest

6125 Old Mill Road, Lynchburg, VA 24502

In-unit laundry | Fitness center | On-site management

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$831–$1,136

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2021 Rose Ln - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

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2021 Rose Ln, Lynchburg, VA 24501

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

2 beds

1 bath

$1,095

House for rent

Available Jun 8

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2221 Taylor Farm - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

9

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2221 Taylor Farm

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

1900-04 Canterbury Court Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

8.8

Very good

1900-04 Canterbury Court Apartments

1900 1900 & 1904 Canterbury Court, Lynchburg, VA 24503

On-site laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$825–$875

Apartment for rent

Lafayette Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

9

Excellent

Lafayette Apartments

3526 Fort Ave, Lynchburg, VA 24501

2 beds

1 bath

$850

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Bramblewood Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

8.3

Very good

Bramblewood Apartments

3300 Old Forest Rd, Lynchburg, VA 24501

In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Assigned parking

2–3 beds

1 bath

$845–$900

Apartment for rent

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The Wayne - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

9.1

Excellent

The Wayne

1500 Main St, Lynchburg, VA 24504

In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Swimming pool

1–2 beds

1 bath

$1,150–$1,600

Apartment for rent

373A Main Street - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

7.8

Very good

373A Main Street

373A Main St, Madison Heights, VA 24572

On-site laundry

Studio–1 bed

1–2 baths

$420–$450

Apartment for rent

1219 16th St - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

Diamond Hill house for rent in Lynchburg

3 beds

1 bath

$1,225

House for rent

Available Jun 26

1415 Kemper St #072 - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

Diamond Hill apartment for rent in Lynchburg

1415 Kemper St #072, Lynchburg, VA 24501

In-unit laundry | Fitness center | Hardwood floor

2 beds

1 bath

$1,200

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 25

1003 Floyd St #5 - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

College Hill apartment for rent in Lynchburg

Controlled access | On-site management

1 bed

1 bath

$595

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 27

135 Irvington Springs Rd - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

House for rent in Lynchburg

135 Irvington Springs Rd, Lynchburg, VA 24503

In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Deck

2 beds

1 bath

$1,200

House for rent

1139 Ardmore Dr #1 - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

Blue Ridge Farms house for rent in Lynchburg

1139 Ardmore Drive - 1

1139 Ardmore Dr #1, Lynchburg, VA 24501

3 beds

2 baths

$1,300

House for rent

Available Jul 8

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Updated: June 28, 2026

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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.

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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 2026 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.

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Apartment rentals Amherst, VA FAQ

What is the average size of an apartment in Amherst, VA?

The average size of a 2 bedroom apartment rental in Amherst is 753 square feet. The average size of a 3 bedroom apartment rental in Amherst is 1748 square feet.

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