Highlands at Huckleberry Ridge
535 Blackrock Dr,
Blacksburg, VA 24060
$1,625 - $1,835 | 1-3 Beds
Blacksburg
Blacksburg, VA
Area Guide
An energetic town secluded by the natural beauty of Virginia
College Town
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Hiking
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Charming
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Restaurants
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Outdoors
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Scenic
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Blacksburg is nestled between the Cherokee National Forest and Jefferson National Forest, creating a scenic surround for this lively college town. Blacksburg mixes small-town feel with a spirited college environment, and has become a beautiful escape from the bustle of the big city while still providing plenty for residents to do.
Virginia Tech is Blacksburg’s biggest attraction. The historic university brings in more than 30,000 students and a slew of dining and entertainment options along with it. Taphouses and cafes line University City Blvd. and North Main St., and there’s a plethora of small businesses and shops that supply students and families alike. Blacksburg’s charming atmosphere is amplified by the quaint homes and apartments that fill the modest, tree-lined streets.
Virginia’s scenic beauty creates a host of outdoor destinations all around Blacksburg. Countless hiking trails lie just outside your rental, all easily accessed thanks to US-460.
Explore the City
Enjoy the pleasant weather at Northside Park in Blacksburg.
Residents of Blacksburg love to visit the Farmers Market in Blacksburg.
Downtown Blacksburg is the place to be.
Rent Trends
As of June 2025, the average apartment rent in Blacksburg, VA is $892 for a studio, $1,240 for one bedroom, $1,437 for two bedrooms, and $1,770 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Blacksburg has increased by 2.9% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,240/month
726 Sq Ft
House
$2,415/month
1,498 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,336/month
1,525 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Blacksburg, VA is 6.4% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Blacksburg is 13.0% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $892 - $1,770. You can expect to pay 3.9% less for groceries, 9.8% less for utilities, and 5.9% less for transportation.
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Transportation
52
Somewhat Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.
34
Some Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
64
Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
Schools
Public
Grades K-5
296 Students
9
Public
Grades K-5
369 Students
7
Public
Grades PK-5
343 Students
6
Public
Grades PK-5
440 Students
5
Public
Grades PK-5
329 Students
5
Public
Grades 6-8
946 Students
7
Public
Grades 9-12
1,321 Students
8
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Virginia Tech Geosciences Museum
- Hahn Horticulture Garden
- Radford University Planetarium
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Roanoke/Blacksburg Regional (Woodrum Field)
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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 June 2025.