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Rental Market Trends in Martinsville, VA

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Martinsville, VA is $928/month.

Rent in Martinsville is 44% lower than the national average rent of $1,662/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$928/month

Average Rent

540 Sq Ft

Average Size

+2.6%

Change / Year

74

Available Apartments

Martinsville rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Martinsville average $701 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Martinsville average $928 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Martinsville average $839 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Martinsville average $887 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$701/month
405 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$928/month
540 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$839/month
938 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$887/month
1,085 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Martinsville, VA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 2.6%, which averages out to $24 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Martinsville, VA

July 2026
Below $701
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Martinsville, VA
Percentage*
Rent Range
38% Below $700/month
38% $700 - $1,000/month
25% $1,001 - $1,500/month
0% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

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What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Martinsville?

Based on current rent prices, Upper Martinsville is the most affordable neighborhood in Martinsville.

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Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Upper Martinsville
$1,028/month
537 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Martinsville?

Based on current rent prices, Upper Martinsville is the most expensive neighborhood in Martinsville.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Upper Martinsville
$1,028/month
537 Sq Ft

Which Martinsville neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhood in Martinsville with the most apartments available is Upper Martinsville .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Upper Martinsville
$1,028/month
537 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Martinsville, VA?

Because the average rent in Martinsville is $928, you’ll want to make about $3,093 per month or $37,116 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Martinsville, VA is 10.4% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Martinsville is 26.2% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $701 - $928. You can expect to pay 1.5% less for groceries, 8.2% less for utilities, and 6.8% less for transportation.

City

Martinsville, VA

74 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Martinsville, VA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Martinsville, VA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

Apartment Averages

Upper Martinsville

Martinsville, VA

Upper Martinsville

Martinsville, VA

Studio
$701/month
$701/month
One Bedroom
$1,073/month
$1,073/month
Two Bedroom
$1,949/month
$1,949/month
Three Bedroom
$2,693/month
$2,693/month
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Apartment Communities in Martinsville We Think You'll Love

Ridge View Apartments

Ridge View Apartments

1130 Ridge Rd,
Martinsville, VA 24112

3 Beds | $1,150 - $1,160

Chief Tassel

Chief Tassel

51 E Church St,
Martinsville, VA 24112

1 Bed | $945

ONE Ellsworth

ONE Ellsworth

1 Ellsworth St,
Martinsville, VA 24112

1 Bed | $1,000 - $1,145

School Drive Apartments

School Drive Apartments

40 School Dr,
Collinsville, VA 24078

1 Bed | $921

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Martinsville?

The average rent in Martinsville is $928 per month, which is 44.2% lower than the national average of $1,662.

Are rents going up or down in Martinsville?

Rents in Martinsville, VA are increasing, with prices up 2.6% year-over-year and $24 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Martinsville?

In Martinsville, VA, 38% of apartments fall below $700/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

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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 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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