Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on November 11, 2026
Average rent in
Harrisonburg, VA
Average rent in
Last updated on November 11, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Harrisonburg, VA rent rose 2.0% year over year, with a current median of $1,250/month. Renters today are paying $25 more per month on average than last year, continuing a modest upward trend in the market.
Compared to national trends
Harrisonburg is 34.2% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a more accessible rental market with 263 total rentals available. This positions the city as a value-oriented option for renters.
Price ranges
Apartments in Harrisonburg have a median rent of $995/month, while houses rent for $1,750/month. Apartments make up 58.3% of total rentals, and houses account for 37.8%, reflecting two distinct price tiers in the market.
Neighborhood spotlight
The 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, and 3-bedroom segments diverge from the citywide trend, with rents falling 7.0%, 10.4%, and 9.3% year over year respectively. This contrasts with the overall market rise and shows varied conditions across bedroom types in Harrisonburg, VA.
Median rent
Median rent in Harrisonburg
$1,250/mo
2%vs previous year
The average rent in Harrisonburg is $1,250 per month as of November 2026. This is 34% below the national average rent, or $650 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Harrisonburg
263
for rent on Zumper.com as of November 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Harrisonburg rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Harrisonburg, VA
Average rent prices in Harrisonburg have increased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 2% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Harrisonburg, VA
Rent prices in Harrisonburg vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Harrisonburg is $995, whereas a house costs $1,750. 1-bedroom apartments in Harrisonburg run $1,000 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,195.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $895 | No Change | 2% | |
1 bedroom | $1,000 |  3% | 7% | |
2 bedroom | $1,250 | No Change | 10% | |
3 bedroom | $1,700 | 5% | 9% | |
4 bedroom | $625 | No Change | No Change |
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Harrisonburg, VA.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $995 | 1% | 25% | |
Condos | $1,525 | 3% | 5% | |
Houses | $1,750 | No Change | 7% | |
Rooms | $950 | No Change | - |
Studio
Average rent
$895
Last year
2%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,000
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
7%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,250
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
10%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,700
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
9%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$625
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Harrisonburg, VA.
Apartments
Average rent
$995
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
25%
Condos
Average rent
$1,525
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
5%
Houses
Average rent
$1,750
Last year
7%
Rooms
Average rent
$950
The table above reflects average rent prices in Harrisonburg, VA, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Harrisonburg, VA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Harrisonburg and Bridgewater by all bedroom counts and property types.
Harrisonburg
34%lower than the national median
32%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Harrisonburg, VA is 4% lower than the median rent in Bridgewater, VA.
Average rent in nearby cities
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24%$1,495
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24%$1,695
5%Cost of living in Harrisonburg, VA
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 1% higher |
| Groceries | 3% lower |
| Health | 13% lower |
| Housing | 15% lower |
| Transportation | 8% higher |
| Utilities | 8% lower |
Discover rentals in Harrisonburg, VA
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Harrisonburg
1396 Hunters Rd Apt G #G, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
4 beds
2 baths
$450
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Harrisonburg
1466 Bradley Dr, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
4 beds
2 baths
$500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1380 Hunters Rd Apt K, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
4 beds
2 baths
$525
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Harrisonburg
1372 Bradley Dr, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
4 beds
2 baths
$525
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Harrisonburg
1558 Devon Ln, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
4 beds
2 baths
$3,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Harrisonburg
4 beds
2 baths
$2,800
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Harrisonburg
3 beds
3 baths
$2,325
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Dec 28
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Harrisonburg
3 beds
3.5 baths
$2,085
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Aug 10
5d+ ago
607 John Tyler Cir, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
2 beds
2 baths
$1,699–$1,799
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
1650 Westminster Way, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,611–$2,520
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
91 N Main St, Harrisonburg, VA 22802
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$950
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
385 Greenfield Lane, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
2 beds
2 baths
$2,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available May 5
5d+ ago
Verified
1078 College Ave #NA, Harrisonburg, VA 22802
2 beds
1 bath
$1,450
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Oct 18
5d+ ago
607 John Tyler Cir, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
2 beds
2 baths
$1,699–$1,799
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Townhouse for rent in Harrisonburg
2 beds
1 bath
$1,295
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Sep 1
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Harrisonburg
1 bed
1 bath
$1,025
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Jun 24
12h ago
205 N Main St, Harrisonburg, VA 22802
2 beds
1 bath
$1,100
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Apartment for rent in Harrisonburg
1 bed
1 bath
$950
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Apartment for rent in Harrisonburg
1 bed
1 bath
$795
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Apartment for rent in Harrisonburg
1 bed
1 bath
$795
Price dropped $100Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Harrisonburg, VA
Quick answers to common questions about the Harrisonburg rental market.
How much is rent in Harrisonburg?
The average rent in Harrisonburg is $1,250 per month as of November 7, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Harrisonburg?
Average rent prices in Harrisonburg have increased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 2% since last year.
How does Harrisonburg rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Harrisonburg is 34% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $650 less per month.
What salary do I need to afford rent in Harrisonburg?
To comfortably afford rent in Harrisonburg, you'd need to earn approximately $50,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).