The Local
230 Spring St,
Winchester, VA 22601
$1,700 - $3,900 Plus Fees
1-4 Beds
Winchester
Winchester, VA Area Guide
A dream city in the Shenandoah Valley
Picturesque
•
Unique
•
Historic
•
Shopping
•
College
•
Festivals
•
Mountains
•
Winchester, Virginia combines historic architecture with contemporary living in the scenic Shenandoah Valley. Located in the heart of the city, the Old Town Walking Mall features locally-owned shops and cafes along brick-paved Loudoun Street. Housing options range from character-filled homes in the Winchester Historic District to newer developments throughout the city's four wards. Current rental data shows one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,338, while two-bedroom units average $1,518 monthly.
The city, situated 75 miles from Washington, D.C., offers both small-town atmosphere and convenient access to the capital region. Local landmarks include the Museum of the Shenandoah Valley, Glen Burnie Historic House and Gardens, and George Washington's Office Museum. The community celebrates its agricultural heritage during the Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival, a springtime tradition featuring parades and community events. Established neighborhoods include the tree-lined Handley Boulevard area near Handley High School and the expanding Meadow Branch district. Winchester balances its historical landmarks with newer residential developments, creating an accessible community with strong connections to both past and present.
Explore the City
The historic Handley Library was built in 1913
A sunny day at Wilkins Lake
Rent Trends
As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Winchester, VA is $1,196 for a studio, $1,307 for one bedroom, $1,559 for two bedrooms, and $1,859 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Winchester has increased by 1.5% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,307/month
732 Sq Ft
House
$2,140/month
1,180 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,737/month
967 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,858/month
984 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Winchester, VA is 5.4% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Winchester is 6.1% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,196 - $1,859. You can expect to pay 3.7% less for groceries, 1.5% less for utilities, and 4.3% less for transportation.
Compare Cities
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Winchester, VA is for everyday living.
Car-Dependent
48
/ 100
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
Somewhat Bikeable
39
/ 100
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.
Scores provided by Walk Score
Schools
Virginia Ave. Charlotte Dehart Elementary
Public
Grades PK-5
Public
Grades PK-5
Public
Grades PK-5
Public
Grades PK-5
Public
Grades PK-5
Public
Grades 6-8
Admiral Richard E. Byrd Middle
Public
Grades 6-8
Public
Grades 6-8
Public
Grades 6-8
Public
Grades 9-12
Public
Grades 9-12
Public
Grades 9-12
School data provided by
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
Data provided by
GreatSchools.org
© 2026. All rights reserved.
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
Data provided by
GreatSchools.org
© 2026. All rights reserved.
Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Shenandoah Valley Discovery Museum
- Museum of the Shenandoah Valley
- Hedgebrook Farms
- State Arboretum of Virginia and Blandy Experimental Farm
Military Bases
Colleges
Top Apartments in Winchester
Houses for Rent in Winchester
Property Management Companies in Winchester, VA
Aikens Group
-
10
Communities
-
679
Units
-
4
Cities
7 Communities in Winchester
Red Tail Residential
-
53
Communities
-
7,008
Units
-
40
Cities
2 Communities in Winchester
Park Properties Management Co.
-
21
Communities
-
2,878
Units
-
17
Cities
2 Communities in Winchester
RPM
-
625
Communities
-
174,401
Units
-
249
Cities
1 Community in Winchester
Cushman & Wakefield
-
457
Communities
-
108,184
Units
-
229
Cities
1 Community in Winchester
Gates Hudson
-
102
Communities
-
20,410
Units
-
42
Cities
1 Community in Winchester
Search Nearby Rentals
Nearby City Rentals
Nearby Neighborhood Rentals
Nearby House Rentals
Nearby City Guides
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 2026.