
1609 Amherst St, Charlottesville, VA 22903
What This Townhouse Offers
Available August 5th - This dog-friendly 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath attached home offers convenience to downtown Charlottesville, the University of Virginia Grounds,... UVA Medical Center, the 250 Bypass, and McIntire Park. Enjoy being close to a variety of shopping, dining, and entertainment options.
The 1,716 sqft home features a main level with a comfortable living room, a galley-style kitchen with white appliances, a dining area, a versatile bonus room ideal for a home office, a laundry area, and a half bath. The upper walk-out level includes a primary bedroom with wooded backyard views and an attached full bath, along with two additional bedrooms that share a full hall bathroom. The unfinished basement provides storage space. A full-size washer and dryer are included, and convenient on-street parking is available directly in front of the home.
Residents are responsible for lawn care and all utilities.
This property is within the following school district:
* Trailblazer (formerly Venable) Elementary
* Walker Upper Elementary and Charlottesville Middle
* Charlottesville High
Housing vouchers are accepted. Please note that this is a non-smoking property and does not allow undergraduate students. One small dog (35lbs max) is allowed with a non-refundable $250 pet fee, plus a monthly $25 pet rent. Some breed restrictions apply. No cats allowed. Security deposit due at the time of lease signing.
Unit
- $1,900
Total Monthly Price - 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1716 sq. ft.
- Available Aug 5
Townhome Features
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
1609 Amherst St is a townhome for rent in Charlottesville, VA
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
Dogs Allowed
- Fee Not Specified
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Charlottesville, VA 22903
Area Scores
Walkability
Moderately walkable60 / 100
Transit
Limited public transit30 / 100
Driveability
Exceptionally drivable90 / 100
Bikeability
Fairly bikeable50 / 100
Travel and Transit


Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Jackson P Burley Middle
Grades 6-8
Public
Park School
Grades 6-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
University of Virginia
Drive: 4 min (1.5 mi)
Piedmont Virginia CC
Drive: 10 min (4.1 mi)
Discover Barracks Rugby, Charlottesville, VA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate Dog-Friendly Rental Near Downtown & UVA proximity to Preston Plaza, Vinegar Hill Shopping Center, and Meadowbrook Shopping Center. Preston Plaza is 0.9 miles away, and Vinegar Hill Shopping Center is within a 21 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 30, Dog-Friendly Rental Near Downtown & UVA has limited public transit, including 2 transit stops within 39.5 miles. Transit options include Charlottesville and Staunton Amtrak Station.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near Dog-Friendly Rental Near Downtown & UVA are plentiful. Discover 4 parks within 4.6 miles, including Virginia Discovery Museum, Rivanna Conservation Society, and Leander McCormick Observatory.
Airports
Living in Barracks Rugby provides easy access to Charlottesville-Albemarle, located just 20 minutes from Dog-Friendly Rental Near Downtown & UVA.
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