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    1329 Jefferson St, Lynchburg, VA 24504
    1 BED $1,099+
    2 BEDS $1,559
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    7612 Timberlake Rd, Lynchburg, VA 24502
    1 BED $1,101+
    2 BEDS $1,238+
    3 BEDS $1,384+
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    1400 - A Weeping Willow Dr, Lynchburg, VA 24501
    1 BED $870+
    2 BEDS $1,062+
    3 BEDS $1,340+
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    2244 Rivermont Ave, Lynchburg, VA 24503
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    1 BED $949
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    203 Capital St., Lynchburg, VA 24502
    2 BEDS $1,400+
    3 BEDS $1,550+
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    16 Duiguid Drive, Lynchburg, VA 24502
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    600 Reusens Road, Lynchburg, VA 24503
    1 BED $830
    2 BEDS $970
    3 BEDS $1,145
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    1401 Kemper Street, Lynchburg, VA 24501
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $651+
    2 BEDS $830+
    3 BEDS $1,171
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    301 Northwynd Circle, Lynchburg, VA 24502
    2 BEDS $1,075+
    3 BEDS $1,150
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    2200 Poplar St, Lynchburg, VA 24504
    3 BEDS $900
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    7612 Timberlake Rd, Lynchburg, VA 24502
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    1 BED $1,010+
    2 BEDS $1,122+
    3 BEDS $1,309+
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    808 Greenfield Drive #29, Lynchburg, VA 24501
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    1 BED $645+
    2 BEDS $835
    3 BEDS $926
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Average rent in Lynchburg, VA

$1,242/mo Lynchburg, VA average rental price, March 2025
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Lynchburg, VA is $1,242.

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    Compared to the national average rent of $1,755, the average rent in Lynchburg, VA is $1,242.

    Getting around in Lynchburg, VA

    17 /100
    31 /100
    Some Transit
    8 /100
    Somewhat Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 17, Transit Score®: 31, Bike Score®: 8

    Frequently asked questions

    When were prices and availability in Lynchburg, VA last updated?

    Prices and availability in Lynchburg, VA were last updated on 27 Apr 2025.

    What are the best apartments in Lynchburg, VA?

    The best apartments in Lynchburg, VA are: Piedmont Flour Mill Lofts, Grand Vistas, Walden Pond, Garland Rodes Apartments and Gables of Cornerstone.

    What is the price range for a studio apartment in Lynchburg, VA?

    The price range for a studio apartment in Lynchburg, VA is between $949 and $1,099.

    What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Lynchburg, VA?

    The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Lynchburg, VA is between $645 and $2,169.

    What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Lynchburg, VA?

    The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Lynchburg, VA is between $830 and $2,443.

    What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Lynchburg, VA?

    The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Lynchburg, VA is between $926 and $2,635.

    What type of rental buildings are in Lynchburg, VA?

    In Lynchburg 51% of the housing is rented out compared to 49% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 8% of Lynchburg’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 65% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 26% are single-family rentals.

    What do typical apartment communities look like in Lynchburg, VA?

    The age and size of multifamily buildings are among the most visible characteristics of the rental market in a city.  In this case, the apartment buildings in Lynchburg are about 30 years old, on average. Of these, 56% have been built since 2000, representing the newer options on the market and typically offering more amenities. Rental buildings in the city have an average height of 3 stories. About 95% of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, 5% are mid-rises, and none are high-rise buildings. These are true especially for large-scale multifamily buildings with over 50 apartments.

    What apartment floorplans are common in Lynchburg, VA?

    Rental apartments in Lynchburg come in a range of sizes and floorplans. Studio apartments represent 0.8% of units for rent, ideal for singles, renters on a budget and people who value central locations more than space. Rentals with 1-bedroom floorplans make up 25% of the total apartments in the city, while 2-bedroom floorplans represent around 50% of all rentals in Lynchburg. The rest are larger floorplans with 3 bedrooms or more, typically preferred by families, larger households or roommates sharing space.

    Living in Lynchburg, VA

    Located east of the Blue Ridge Mountains is Lynchburg, a city in Virginia. The city is named after its founder, John Lynch, and is popular for being a college city. In fact, most of the renters in Lynchburg are students in one of the five colleges and universities here. The local renters call it the City of Seven Hills due to the fact that it’s surrounded by seven hills, which provide a gorgeous landscape for renters and give many homes a good view. Lynchburg has also been ranked as one of the most affordable small cities to live in in the U.S. for a wide range of renters. The city doesn’t get a lot of snow, with 14 inches per year. There are 218 sunny days and 42 inches of rain per year, with about 111 days of precipitation. The summers are muggy and warm, while the winters are cold and partly cloudy.

    Renting in Lynchburg, VA

    Lynchburg has more than 40 distinct rental neighborhoods throughout the city, which include traditional neighborhoods and subdivisions. The city appeals to a wide range of renters for its affordability, with some of the most popular neighborhoods being Coleman Falls, Timberlake, Sandusky, Peakland, Vista Acres and Virginia Hills. The rental areas have a dense, suburban feel with a lot of green spaces, and there are more renters than homeowners. There are also a lot of young professionals who rent homes in Lynchburg. There’s access to rental apartments and even a lot of residential mansions. Notably, there’s no rent control in Lynchburg, but landlords must give a notice of 30 days before increasing the rent. The landlord can also require the renter to pay the rent on any day of the month. Landlords must also give a notice of five days to evict a renter for not paying rent and the renter can pay within that time.

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    Shopping in Lynchburg, VA

    There are different options for renters looking to shop in Lynchburg. Renters mostly visit River Ridge, which is a large shopping mall with stores and a cinema. Other popular shopping malls include Wards Crossing, Boonsboro Shopping Center, Candlers Station and Chestnut Hills Shopping Center. As for grocery stores, popular options include Kroger, Food Lion, The Fresh Market, and F and L Market Grocery Store. There are also department stores for renters in the city, including Kohl’s, Target, JCPenney, T.J. Maxx and Ross Dress for Less. The Lynchburg downtown is at the banks of the James River, with locally owned breweries, storefronts, coffee shops and eateries that appeal to the large population of young renters.

    Transportation in Lynchburg, VA

    Lynchburg has average walkability and not a lot of bike lanes, although the downtown area offers renters easy access without having to take a car or use public transportation. Renters can also take walks or enjoy biking on the different trails, too. Otherwise, transportation in the city is provided by the Greater Lynchburg Transit Company, which provides local public bus routes. Renters also have access to taxi services and the Lynchburg Amtrak station that connects the city with neighboring areas. Finally, the closest airport to the city is Richmond International Airport.

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