Rental GuideBlacksburg, VA

Blacksburg rent data for:

Apartments for rent

Average Rent

$1,775

Year Over Year Change

-1%

$14

Rentals available, last 30 days

365

Rent ranges for Blacksburg apartments

$3,001 - $3,001

$2,251 - $3,000

$1,501 - $2,250

$751 - $1,500

$0 - $750

$3,001 - $3,001

$2,251 - $3,000

16%

$1,501 - $2,250

46%

$751 - $1,500

29%

$0 - $750

16%

46%

29%

How has rent in Blacksburg, VA changed in the last two years?

The average rent in Blacksburg, VA, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $1,775, which is a 0.75% decrease year-over-year.

The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Blacksburg, VA is about $1,200. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Blacksburg, VA is $1,450, and studios are about $2,500 per month.

See more Blacksburg, VA rent data on our rent research page.

What are the K-12 schools in Blacksburg, VA?

schools

9,693

students

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Who lives in Blacksburg, VA?

Gender

54% Male

46% Female

Age Range

0-19

33%

20-34

42%

35-44

45-64

10%

65+

Language

English

84%

Spanish

Indo Euro

Asia Pac

Other

Education

No HS

High School

23%

Bachelor's

31%

Master's

23%

Prof Degree

Doctorate

15%

What is the household breakdown in Blacksburg, VA?

Families

22% Families

78% Single

Property

66% Renters

34% Owners

Household Income

0-25k

38%

25-50k

17%

50-75k

12%

75-100k

100-150k

150k+

14%

How do residents get around Blacksburg, VA?

Blacksburg locals spend about 13 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. The best way to fly in or out of Blacksburg is through Raleigh Durham International Airport, 130.11 miles away.

Walking

5/10

Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Cycling

7/10

Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Driving

9/10

Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

5/10

Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Scores for Blacksburg are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.

What is the cost of living in Blacksburg, VA?

The overall cost of living in Blacksburg, VA is 6% lower than the national average, according to the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research. This is calculated by comparing several expenses, including food and basic necessities like energy and healthcare. When it comes to comparing these expenses to the rest of the country, in Blacksburg you can expect groceries to cost less than the national average, and healthcare to cost less. Eggs run about $3.25 per carton, and milk $4.61. Regarding healthcare costs, a doctor’s visit could amount to $121.20 on average—but this will likely vary depending on several factors, including insurance and medical specialty.

CATEGORY	AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE
Goods & Services	2% lower
Groceries	4% lower
Utilities	10% lower
Transportation	6% lower
Health	4% lower

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Goods & Services