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Dulwich Townhomes - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8.4

Very good

Dulwich Townhomes

178 Dulwich Drive, Amherst, VA 24521

2 beds

1 bath

$1,200

Apartment for rent

Spacious Renovated Townhome Near Town Fulfillment

Dulwich Townhomes offers a beautifully renovated townhome with modern granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and stylish new flooring throughout. This spacious rental features ample storage and is just minutes from the charming Town of Amherst. Enjoy the move-in special for qualified applicants—your chance to make this inviting space your own at the heart of a vibrant community!

612 Lexington Tpke #102 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Townhouse for rent in Amherst

612 Lexington Turnpike - 102

612 Lexington Tpke #102, Amherst, VA 24521

2 beds

1 bath

$1,200

House for rent

Available Oct 13

Bright & Inviting Townhouse with Serene Surroundings

This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath townhouse offers a perfect blend of tranquility and convenience, located just off Route 60 West. With 981 sq ft of living space, enjoy beautiful low-maintenance vinyl plank flooring throughout and an abundance of natural light in this end unit. Ideal for those seeking a peaceful retreat close to town, this rental provides included appliances and is ready to welcome you home!

Listings within 10 miles
Tanglewood MHC LLC - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

8.3

Very good

Tanglewood MHC LLC

325 Tanglewood Drive, Madison Heights, VA 24572

Dishwasher

2 beds

2 baths

$1,300

Apartment for rent

143 Hughes Dr #4 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Monroe

143 Hughes Dr #4, Monroe, VA 24574

1 bed

1 bath

$750

Apartment for rent

Available Jan 1

143 Hughes Dr #3 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Monroe

143 Hughes Dr #3, Monroe, VA 24574

1 bed

1 bath

$750

Apartment for rent

Available Jan 1

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8 mi away

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8 mi away

Amherst

143 Hughes Dr #1 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Monroe

143 Hughes Dr #1, Monroe, VA 24574

In-unit laundry | On-site laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$750

Apartment for rent

Available Jan 1

Listings within 20 miles
Wesley - Photo 1 of 1
Income restricted
Age restricted

14h ago

9.9

Excellent

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Wesley

1201 Long Meadows Drive, Lynchburg, VA 24502

Air conditioning | Fitness center | Hardwood floor

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

6h 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

Apartment for rent

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51 11th St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Central Business District apartment for rent in Lynchburg

51 11th St, Lynchburg, VA 24504

In-unit laundry | Microwave | Oven

1 bed

1 bath

$1,600

Apartment for rent

1419 Tunbridge Road - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Townhouse for rent in Lynchburg

1419 Tunbridge Road, Lynchburg, VA 24501

In-unit laundry | Dishwasher | Oven

3 beds

1 bath

$1,175

House for rent

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115 Mill Lane Rd - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Townhouse for rent in Lynchburg

House for rent

Cliffs Edge Lofts - Photo 1 of 1
3D tour

3d ago

9.4

Excellent

Cliffs Edge Lofts

612 Commerce Street, Lynchburg, VA 24504

In-unit laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$950

Apartment for rent

2221 Taylor Farm - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

9

Excellent

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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

Find sweet deals near Amherst

These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.

$831–$1,136

Lynchburg

$1,175

Lynchburg

$1,300

Lynchburg

$675

Bedford Hills

511 Florida Avenue - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

White Rock Hill house for rent in Lynchburg

2 Bedroom Home Near Downtown Lynchburg

511 Florida Avenue, Lynchburg, VA 24504

On-site laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$795

House for rent

Available Apr 11

708 Court Street Apts A-C - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

8.2

Very good

708 Court Street Apts A-C

708 708 Court Street Apts A-C, Lynchburg, VA 24504

Air conditioning | Hardwood floor | Fireplace

2 beds

1 bath

$900

Apartment for rent

Landover Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

11h ago

8

Very good

Landover Apartments

2245 Landover Pl, Lynchburg, VA 24501

On-site laundry | Balcony | Central heat

2–3 beds

1 bath

$835–$975

Apartment for rent

901-903 Old Graves Mill Road - Photo 1 of 1

18h ago

8.2

Very good

901-903 Old Graves Mill Road

901 Old Graves Mill Road, Lynchburg, VA 24502

In-unit laundry | Deck | Carpet

2 beds

1 bath

$900

Apartment for rent

Sunnymeade Ridge - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.9

Very good

Sunnymeade Ridge

Campbell Hwy-Sunnymeade Dr-Turf Rd, Lynchburg, VA 24501

In-unit laundry | Carpet | Dishwasher

2 beds

2 baths

$1,250

Apartment for rent

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Eleven25 - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

8

Very good

Eleven25

1125 Old Graves Mill Rd, Lynchburg, VA 24502

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,290–$1,755

Apartment for rent

373A Main Street - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

7.3

Very good

373A Main Street

373A Main St, Madison Heights, VA 24572

On-site laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$420

Apartment for rent

209 Munford St - Photo 1 of 1
New construction

2h ago

Dearington townhouse for rent in Lynchburg

209 Munford St, Lynchburg, VA 24501

In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Balcony

3 beds

2 baths

$1,399

House for rent

Available Dec 18

749 Old Graves Mill Rd #NA - Photo 1 of 1

12h ago

Townhouse for rent in Lynchburg

749 Old Graves Mill Rd #NA, Lynchburg, VA 24502

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking

3 beds

2 baths

$1,557

House for rent

Available Dec 20

128 Brenleigh Ct #303 - Photo 1 of 1

18h ago

Condo for rent in Lynchburg

128 Brenleigh Ct - 303

128 Brenleigh Ct #303, Lynchburg, VA 24501

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Central heat

2 beds

2 baths

$1,395

Condo for rent

Available Dec 22

128 Brenleigh Ct #203 - Photo 1 of 1

18h ago

Condo for rent in Lynchburg

128 Brenleigh Ct - 203

128 Brenleigh Ct #203, Lynchburg, VA 24501

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Central heat

2 beds

2 baths

$1,395

Condo for rent

Available Dec 22

128 Brenleigh Ct #305 - Photo 1 of 1
New construction

18h ago

Condo for rent in Lynchburg

128 Brenleigh Court - 305

128 Brenleigh Ct #305, Lynchburg, VA 24501

In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning

2 beds

2 baths

$1,395

Condo for rent

Available Dec 15

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Learn more about renting in Amherst, VA

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 size of an apartment in Amherst, VA?

The average size of a 1 bedroom apartment rental in Amherst is 393 square feet. The average size of a 2 bedroom apartment rental in Amherst is 1030 square feet. The average size of a 3 bedroom apartment rental in Amherst is 2187 square feet.

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