Virginia Towers is a 150-unit, fully project-based Section 8 apartment community located in the heart of Towson, Maryland. As one of the few affordable housing options in the downtown core, the property offers exceptional walkability and immediate access to Towson's shopping, dining, medical offices, and community services. Residents enjoy the convenience of having Towson Town Center, major retailers, grocery stores, and local restaurants all within a short walk.
The building is also located directly on the Towson Loop route, providing free and reliable transportation throughout Towson including the courthouse district, medical centers, the university, and the commercial corridor ensuring residents can travel easily without a personal vehicle.
All 150 units are covered under project-based Section 8, with rent determined by household income to ensure long-term affordability. The property also features building-wide Wi-Fi and on-site management dedicated to maintaining a safe, stable, and supportive living environment for all residents.
For application and lease requirements, please call. We are currently only accepting waitlist applications.
Apartment for rent
$1,396+/mo
1 Bedroom Apartment, 500 Virginia Ave, Towson, MD 21286
1beds
528sqft
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Apartment
Available now
Cats, small dogs OK
Central air
Parking lot parking
Central, heat pump
What's special
Building-wide wi-fi
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Central, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: oven, range, refrigerator
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 528 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Parking Lot
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City
Details
- Other equipment: Intercom
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Building
Details
- Building name: VIRGINIA TOWERS APARTMENTS
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Fitness Center
- Senior community: Yes
HOA
- Amenities included: Fitness Center
Location
- Region: Towson
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: One Year Lease
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
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| 3/5/2026 | Price change | $1,396+1.8%$3/sqft |
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| 12/1/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,371$3/sqft |
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Neighborhood: 21286
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Hampton Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.1 mi
- 6/10Dumbarton Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.5 mi
- 9/10Towson High Law & Public PolicyGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi







