865 East
865 Port Republic Rd,
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
$700 - $1,525
1-4 Beds
Harrisonburg
Harrisonburg, VA
Area Guide
Harrisonburg: a beautiful small city with big heart
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College Town
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Located in Virginia's Shenandoah Valley, Harrisonburg combines small-city living with the energy of a college town. As home to James Madison University and Eastern Mennonite University, this community is recognized for its downtown culinary scene, which earned designation as Virginia's first Culinary District. The rental market reflects the area's desirability, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,516 monthly and showing a 3.1% annual increase. Downtown features preserved historic architecture, anchored by the Rockingham County Courthouse, while local food establishments contribute to the area's reputation for dining excellence. Notable areas include the Old Town district, with its historic architecture, and the neighborhoods surrounding JMU's campus.
Known as the "Friendly City," Harrisonburg offers outdoor spaces like the Edith J. Carrier Arboretum and established city parks. Cultural attractions include the Virginia Quilt Museum, located in the Warren-Sipe House, and the Arts Council of the Valley's gallery space. The city's diverse community is reflected in its school system, where students speak more than 55 languages. Community events like the Harrisonburg International Festival and Valley Fourth bring residents together throughout the year. With its mix of educational institutions, cultural venues, and steady rental market, Harrisonburg appeals to those looking for a balanced lifestyle in the Shenandoah Valley.
Explore the City
Vast swathes of nature aren't far from Harrisonburg.
Residents end their week with music during the summer.
People peruse local businesses in Downtown Harrisonburg.
Rent Trends
As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Harrisonburg, VA is $1,289 for a studio, $1,280 for one bedroom, $1,593 for two bedrooms, and $1,899 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Harrisonburg has increased by 2.5% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,280/month
659 Sq Ft
House
$1,932/month
1,470 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,104/month
263 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,791/month
1,275 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Harrisonburg, VA is 3.9% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Harrisonburg is 8.2% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,280 - $1,899. You can expect to pay 4.1% less for groceries, 1.4% more for utilities, and 14.1% 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
530 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
526 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
730 Students
Public
Grades K-5
550 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
229 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
693 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
697 Students
Public
Public
Grades 9-12
1,951 Students
Public
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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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† 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 November 2025.