
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Ararat, VA from $500 (43 Rentals)
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Countryside Gardens

100 Marshall Way

Bethabara Garden Apartments

The View at 5010

The Cove

Northcliffe Forest Apartments

Cedar Green
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Lofts at Glenhaven

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Sherwood Station Apartments

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Trails At Bethabara

Corners at Crystal Lake

Countryside Villa Apartments

Brandemere Apartment Homes
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Beltway Park at Winston

Hampton Court Apartments I & II

Lofts at Mill Creek Apartments

New Salem Village

The Railwalk Apartments

Loxley Chase Apartments
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The Pines at Bethabara

Providence Pointe

Alaris Village

113 Meadow Green Rd

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215 Nolens Hill Rd

The Flats at Salem

3640-3690 Yarbrough Ave
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4540-4558 June Ave

1789 Stultz Rd

1156 Smith Rd

School Drive Apartments

PCP Master Tenant, LLC. - Residential

125 Masonic Dr

3615-3619 Yarbrough Ave

Avera Ave Apartments
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324 Bethabara Hills Dr

2560 S Main St

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Ararat, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ararat?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ararat Studio Apartments | $1,010 | $895 | $1,350 |
| Ararat 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,179 | $695 | $2,050 |
| Ararat 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,361 | $808 | $2,600 |
| Ararat 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,752 | $510 | $2,611 |
| Ararat 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,399 | $1,399 | $1,399 |
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Cheapest Available Ararat Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Ararat, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Countryside Gardens in the North neighborhood priced from $750. 100 Marshall Way has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $795. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ararat apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Countryside Gardens | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| 100 Marshall Way | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Bethabara Garden Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| The View at 5010 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - A | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
| Northcliffe Forest Apartments | S1R - Studio | 1BR,1BA | $848 |
| The Cove | 11 | 1BR,1BA | $885 |
| Bethabara Village | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Trails At Bethabara | Kensington | 1BR,1BA | $924 |
| Countryside Villa Apartments | 1BR - 1BTH | 1BR,1BA | $940 |
| Corners at Crystal Lake | Fairlawn | 1BR,1BA | $940 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ararat, VA and Nearby
As of June 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ararat area is the $1.28 price per square foot 3 BR / 1.5 BA R Model at Brookside Townhomes in the in the Northeast Winston Salem neighborhood starting from $1,349. The second greatest value Ararat apartment is the 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Model at Bethabara Village starting at $1,150 with a $1.16 price per square foot in the Northwest Winston Salem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ararat apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookside Townhomes | 3 BR / 1.5 BA R | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.28 |
| Bethabara Village | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.16 |
| Loxley Chase Apartments | Arrow | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| 100 Marshall Way | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.88 |
| Brandemere Apartment Homes | A1 - Carter | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Hampton Court Apartments I & II | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Providence Pointe | one bedroom/ one bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Beltway Park at Winston | Platinum | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Trails At Bethabara | Kensington | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Countryside Villa Apartments | 1BR - 1BTH | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ararat Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ararat Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ararat Apartment is $750 at Countryside Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ararat Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ararat is starting from $925 at The View at 5010.
What is the most affordable Ararat Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Ararat Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The View at 5010 and starts from $1,170.
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