Cheap Homes for Rent in Amherst County, VA from $500 (6 Rentals)

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Cheapest Available Amherst County Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Westie in Madison Heights1 BR1BR,1BA$1,015
Town Center Apartments2 Bed/2 Bath Type 12BR,2BA$1,600

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Amherst County, VA

As of April 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Amherst County area is the $1.25 price per square foot 3 Bed/2 Bath Type 1 Model at Town Center Apartments in the in the College Hill neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Amherst County apartment is the 1 BR Model at The Westie in Madison Heights starting at $1,015 with a $1.61 price per square foot in the College Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Amherst County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Town Center Apartments3 Bed/2 Bath Type 13BR,2BA$1.25
The Westie in Madison Heights1 BR1BR,1BA$1.61

Frequently Asked Questions about Amherst County

What type of rentals are currently available in Amherst County?

There are currently 14 Apartments for Rent in Amherst County, VA with pricing that ranges from $795 to $1,800. There are also 12 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Amherst County ranging from $525 to $2,600.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Amherst County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Amherst County ranges from $525 to $2,600 with an average monthly rent of $1,189.

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