865 East
865 Port Republic Rd,
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
$660 - $1,200 | 1-4 Beds
Harrisonburg
Harrisonburg, VA
Area Guide
Harrisonburg: a beautiful small city with big heart
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Nestled in the heart of Virginia’s beautiful Shenandoah Valley, Harrisonburg is a vibrant city rich in history and culture. While Harrisonburg goes by many nicknames, including “the Friendly City” and “Rocktown,” it is best known for its cool historic downtown area—the first in Virginia to be designated an Arts & Cultural District and a Culinary District.
In Downtown Harrisonburg’s iconic 19th-century buildings, you’ll find fascinating museums, independent boutiques, and a slew of delectable and diverse eateries. Locals and visitors alike are drawn to Harrisonburg’s annual events, such as the Harrisonburg International Festival, Skeleton Fest, and the Rocktown Beer and Music Festival, among others.
Home to James Madison University and Eastern Mennonite University, Harrisonburg delights in endless cultural and educational opportunities. Outdoor activities are also a source of delight for many residents, with plenty of pristine parks in town and close proximity to Shenandoah National Park. Valley Mall provides residents an array of suburban conveniences while easy access to I-81 connects Harrisonburg to nearby Richmond and Washington, D.C.
Rent Trends
As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Harrisonburg, VA is $858 for a studio, $1,171 for one bedroom, $1,484 for two bedrooms, and $1,899 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Harrisonburg has increased by 3.8% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,171/month
650 Sq Ft
House
$2,110/month
1,255 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,470/month
0 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,895/month
1,233 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Harrisonburg, VA is 6.0% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Harrisonburg is 7.8% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $858 - $1,899. You can expect to pay 6.2% less for groceries, 0.1% more for utilities, and 27.2% less for transportation.
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Transportation
46
Car-Dependent
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
24
Some Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
42
Somewhat Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
448 Students
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Public
Grades PK-5
229 Students
4
Public
Grades PK-5
730 Students
3
Public
Grades K-5
550 Students
3
Public
Grades PK-5
557 Students
2
Public
Grades 6-8
697 Students
2
Public
Grades 6-8
693 Students
2
Public
Rating Unavailable
Public
Grades 9-12
1,951 Students
3
Public
Rating Unavailable
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- John C. Wells Planetarium
- Harrisonburg Children's Museum
- Edith J. Carrier Arboretum
- Paul State Forest
- Massanutten Resort
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Charlottesville-Albemarle
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.