What's the average rent in Amherst, VA?
Rental Market Trends in Amherst, VA
SOURCE: TRULIA DATA
Rental market highlights
As of May 2026, the average rent in Amherst, VA is $825 per month, which is 57% lower than the national average rent of $1,910 per month.
AVERAGE RENT
$825
-7.8%-$70 decrease month-over-month
-55.4%-$1,025 decrease year-over-year
AVAILABLE RENTALS
2
APARTMENTS
HOUSES
TOWNHOUSES
Average rent by number of bedrooms
| Floor plan type | Average rent |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | — |
| 2 Bedrooms | $895 |
| 3 Bedrooms | — |
| 4 Bedrooms | — |
| All | $825 |
As of May 2026, the average rent for a 2 bedroom rental in Amherst, VA is $895 per month.
| Floor plan type | Average rent |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | — |
| 2 Bedrooms | $895 |
| 3 Bedrooms | — |
| 4 Bedrooms | — |
| All | $825 |
As of May 2026, the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Amherst, VA is $895 per month.
Average rent trends and rent ranges
Average rent price over time
In the past year, rent has decreased by -31% compared to the previous year, which is a $405 decrease.
This year (2026)
Last year (2025)
Rent distribution
100% of rentals have rent of $800-$1,499/month
Rental price range
The price range for rentals is $825 to $895.
