Downtown Directory / Live

250 Metro

250 Metro is a mixed-use property specializing in professional office space and luxury apartments. Amenities include hardwood floors; 10-ft. ceilings; and private, off-street parking. The Metro Building was built in 1946, and purchased by Schewel Furniture Company in 1981. It was used as a warehouse and distribution for furniture and accessories. more

Colonnade at Rocktown

The Colonnade at Rocktown is conveniently located near the Friendly City Food Co-op, post office, and Local Chop & Grill House. The complex offers one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments with access to a 24-hour fitness center and off-street parking. Select corner units provide exceptional views of downtown. more

Denton Center Apartments on Court Square

Step outside your door, and you're right on Court Square in the heart of downtown. These one-bedroom, studio-style apartments above Larkin Arts feature hardwood floors and on-site laundry. The Denton Building offers a limited number of private parking spaces and is conveniently located close to the Water Street parking deck. more

Gitchell Apartments

The Gitchell Building is located just one block from Court Square, and offers three upscale, second-floor units completely renovated in 2007. For more details, contact Christa Gitchell. more

Ice House Apartments

Many Harrisonburg residents and JMU students have made the Ice House their home. The historic ice factory offers 34 residential apartments, featuring a mix of studios and one-bedrooms.The apartments boast a unique, industrial atmosphere with concrete floors, 10-ft. ceilings, and concrete columns coupled with high-end appliances and LED lighting. Venture downstairs to enjoy a brewery, coffee shop and jewelry museum. more

Keezell Apartments

Built in 1907, The Keezell Building has a strong history with modern renovations such as beautiful arched windows and elevator access, with 12-foot ceilings on the 1st-3rd floor studio apartments. Located in the same building is The Yellow Button, a trendy clothing boutique and Lola's Delicatessen making it easy to grab food on-the-go anytime. more

Ruby’s Lofts

Ruby's Lofts consist of four, 750 square feet luxury apartments that maintain the original charm of oversized windows and exposed brick. The Lofts are located in the Wine Brothers Building, which dates back to the 1920s when it was originally a car dealership. As one of the newest downtown living spaces, Ruby's Lofts embody a true urban point of view. Tour Ruby's Lofts Here. more

Sancar Flats at West Rock

Sancar Flats at West Rock offers one- and two-bedroom apartments on the north end of downtown. The Metro Sancar Building, originally built in the 1930s, has housed many textile manufacturers over the years. It was purchased in 2005 by a Harrisonburg-based investment group and converted to upscale apartments that range in size from 600 to over 1,700 square feet. more

The Flats at City Exchange

The City Exchange was built in 1908 and was the largest produce production facility on the East Coast at the time. It was converted to lofts and flats in 2006. This historic building is outfitted with bamboo floors, stainless steel appliances, 8-ft. ceilings, Italian stairs, and exposed brick and beams that remind residents of the rich history of this 100 year-old building. more

The Livery Lofts

The historic livery building offers 12 efficiency and one-bedroom apartments on the corner of Water and Liberty Streets. Each unit features top-of-the-line appliances and throwback 50s style refrigerators while preserving the rich architectural history of the building with exposed ceilings, wood work, and historically preserved windows. more