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Last updated on October 31, 2026
Average rent in
Lynchburg, VA
Average rent in
Last updated on October 31, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
Where Lynchburg rent stands today
Lynchburg, VA rent has slipped modestly year over year, with a current median of $1,225/month. Month-over-month rent is unchanged, reflecting stability after recent fluctuations near the peak of $1,295/month.
Compared to national trends
Lynchburg is 35.5% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, providing a lower-cost option for renters in a smaller market with 323 total rentals.
Price ranges
Studio rents in Lynchburg run around $995/month, 1-bedrooms at $935/month, 2-bedrooms at $1,139/month, 3-bedrooms at $1,595/month, and 4+ bedrooms at $1,995/month. The rental inventory is mostly apartments, which make up 58.3% of total rentals.
Neighborhood spotlight
Boonsboro and Meriwether Park have seen steep declines in rent, with year-over-year drops of 73.6% and 63.6% respectively. These declines contrast with the modest citywide slip and show localized market softness in Lynchburg, VA.
Median rent
Median rent in Lynchburg
$1,225/mo
2%vs previous year
The average rent in Lynchburg is $1,225 per month as of October 2026. This is 36% below the national average rent, or $675 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Lynchburg
323
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Lynchburg rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Lynchburg, VA
Average rent prices in Lynchburg have remained the same over the last month and have decreased 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
Lynchburg, VA
Rent prices in Lynchburg vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Lynchburg is $1,098, whereas a house costs $1,595. 1-bedroom apartments in Lynchburg run $950 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,100.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $995 |  1% | 11% | |
1 bedroom | $935 | No Change | 1% | |
2 bedroom | $1,139 | No Change | 1% | |
3 bedroom | $1,595 | No Change | 6% | |
4 bedroom | $1,995 | No Change | 1% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Central Business District | $1,275 | |
College Hill | $1,150 | |
Cornerstone | $1,350 | |
Diamond Hill | $1,125 | |
Fairview Heights | $1,347 | |
Fort Hill | $1,460 | |
Montview | $1,355 | |
Riverside | $935 | |
Tate Springs | $1,295 | |
Vista Acres | $1,250 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,098 | 4% | 6% | |
Condos | $1,295 | 10% | 10% | |
Houses | $1,595 | 6% | 3% | |
Rooms | $1,650 | 1% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$995
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
11%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$935
Last year
1%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,139
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
1%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,595
Last year
6%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,995
Last year
1%
Riverside
Average rent
$935
Cornerstone
Average rent
$1,350
Fort Hill
Average rent
$1,460
Diamond Hill
Average rent
$1,125
Central Business District
Average rent
$1,275
College Hill
Average rent
$1,150
Montview
Average rent
$1,355
Tate Springs
Average rent
$1,295
Fairview Heights
Average rent
$1,347
Vista Acres
Average rent
$1,250
Apartments
Average rent
$1,098
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
6%
Condos
Average rent
$1,295
Last 30 days
10%
Last year
10%
Houses
Average rent
$1,595
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
3%
Rooms
Average rent
$1,650
Last 30 days
1%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Lynchburg, 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 Lynchburg, VA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Lynchburg and Altavista by all bedroom counts and property types.
Lynchburg
36%lower than the national median
36%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Lynchburg, VA is equal to the median rent in Altavista, VA.
Average rent in nearby cities
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21%Cost of living in Lynchburg, VA
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Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 2% lower |
| Groceries | 4% lower |
| Health | 1% lower |
| Housing | 15% lower |
| Transportation | 11% lower |
| Utilities | 7% higher |
Discover rentals in Lynchburg, VA
5d+ ago
White Rock Hill apartment for rent in Lynchburg
1 bed
0 baths
$395
Price dropped $30Additional 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.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 25
1d ago
Wards Ferry Road & Walton Dr, Lynchburg, VA 24502
1–2 beds
1 bath
$700–$775
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
College Hill apartment for rent in Lynchburg
2 beds
1 bath
$745
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.Apartment for rent
Available Aug 1
1d ago
3307 Old Forest Rd, Lynchburg, VA 24501
2 beds
1 bath
$750
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
203 9th St, Lynchburg, VA 24504
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,500–$3,360
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
Townhouse for rent in Lynchburg
149 English Commons Dr, Lynchburg, VA 24501
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,995
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 May 26
3d ago
716 Riverside Dr, Lynchburg, VA 24503
3 beds
3 baths
$2,850
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
2212 Cambridge Pl, Lynchburg, VA 24503
3 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
Available Oct 22
6h ago
Verified
240 Beverly Hills Cir, Lynchburg, VA 24502
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,166–$1,616
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 6-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
18h ago
Verified
6125 Old Mill Road, Lynchburg, VA 24502
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$831–$1,136
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
21h ago
18 W Princeton Cir, Lynchburg, VA 24503
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$930–$1,140
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
1500 Main St, Lynchburg, VA 24504
1 bed
1 bath
$1,225
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
6h ago
Verified
240 Beverly Hills Cir, Lynchburg, VA 24502
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,166–$1,616
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 6-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
3d ago
612 Commerce St, Lynchburg, VA 24504
1 bed
1 bath
$850–$1,035
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
18h ago
Verified
6125 Old Mill Road, Lynchburg, VA 24502
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$831–$1,136
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
4d ago
1416 Tunbridge Rd, Lynchburg, VA 24501
1–2 beds
1 bath
$775–$825
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
18h ago
Verified
6125 Old Mill Road, Lynchburg, VA 24502
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$831–$1,136
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
2221 Taylor Farm Road ##1, Lynchburg, VA 24503
1 bed
1 bath
$675
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 Oct 31
11h ago
Woodland house for rent in Lynchburg
301 Rowland Dr, Lynchburg, VA 24503
3 beds
1.5 baths
$1,675
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 30
14h ago
4629 Ferncliff Dr, Lynchburg, VA 24502
2 beds
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
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Frequently asked questions for Lynchburg, VA
Quick answers to common questions about the Lynchburg rental market.
How much is rent in Lynchburg?
The average rent in Lynchburg is $1,225 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Lynchburg?
Average rent prices in Lynchburg have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 2% since last year.
How does Lynchburg rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Lynchburg is 36% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $675 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Lynchburg?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Lynchburg are Riverside ($935/mo), Diamond Hill ($1,125/mo), and College Hill ($1,150/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Lynchburg?
To comfortably afford rent in Lynchburg, you'd need to earn approximately $49,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Lynchburg?
February offers the best rental deals in Lynchburg, with prices running about 8% lower than July's peak rates. March tends to be the most competitive month with higher demand relative to available inventory.
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).