Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Blacksburg, VA

As of May 1, 2026, the average rent in Blacksburg is $1,291, which is 3.9% higher than last year. However, it's important to remember that rental prices can vary significantly based on factors such as location, amenities, and floor plans.

Downtown Blacksburg

Average Rent

$1,220/Month

Units Available

21 Rentals

When you’re looking for a great Blacksburg neighborhood on a budget, check out Downtown Blacksburg. The average rent is $1,220, compared to the city average of $1,291. Downtown Blacksburg is convenient to North End, Hahn Horticulture Garden, and Radford University Planetarium.

McBryde

Average Rent

$1,297/Month

Year-Over-Year Rent Change

0.5%

Units Available

12 Rentals

McBryde is an affordable neighborhood in Blacksburg with an average rent price of $1,297. Compare this to the city average of $1,291. In the past year, rent prices have increased by 0.5%. McBryde provides easy access to University Mall, North End, and Hahn Horticulture Garden.

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Methodology

Transit Score measures access to public transit. Scores range from 0 (minimal transit) to 100 (rider’s paradise). Learn more about the Transit Score methodology. Rental data is sourced from CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As a leading authority in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar performs in-depth research to build and sustain an extensive database of commercial real estate insights.

We've combined this data with public records to provide the most current rental information available.