
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cardinal, VA from $800 (18 Rentals)
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The Flats of Williamsburg

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Linden at North Shores

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The Reserve at Deer Run
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Woodscape Apartments

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Parkway Apartments

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Cardinal, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cardinal?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cardinal Studio Apartments | $1,004 | $960 | $1,139 |
| Cardinal 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,636 | $808 | $2,272 |
| Cardinal 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,759 | $908 | $2,827 |
| Cardinal 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,050 | $860 | $3,162 |
| Cardinal 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,010 | $2,010 | $2,010 |
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Cheapest Available Cardinal Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cardinal, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at Yorktown Square priced from $908. The Flats of Williamsburg in the Stonegate neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $960. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cardinal apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Yorktown Square | Two Bedroom One Bath Home | 2BR,1BA | $908 |
| The Flats of Williamsburg | Studio I | Studio,1BA | $960 |
| The Reserve at Deer Run | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,115 |
| Kates Trace | Three Bedroom | 3BR,3BA | $1,150 |
| Woodscape Apartments | A1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,179 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cardinal, VA and Nearby
As of March 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cardinal area is the $1.48 price per square foot Grand Model at Parkway Apartments in the in the Stonegate neighborhood starting from $1,998. The second greatest value Cardinal apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Kates Trace starting at $1,150 with a $0.91 price per square foot in the Windsor Great Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cardinal apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Parkway Apartments | Grand | 3BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| Kates Trace | Three Bedroom | 3BR,3BA | $0.91 |
| Parkside at Charles Street | 3.2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| Linden at North Shores | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath with Den - Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| The Townes at Jones Run | 2-2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| Chelsea at Lee Hall | The Abbingdon | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| King's Ridge Apartments | The Monarch | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| Waverton Ashton Green | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| Yorktown Square | Two Bedroom One Bath Home | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Merrimac Crossing Apartment Homes | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cardinal Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cardinal?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cardinal is at The Flats of Williamsburg listed at $960.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cardinal Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cardinal Apartment is $1,115 at The Reserve at Deer Run.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cardinal Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cardinal is starting from $908 at Yorktown Square.
What is the most affordable Cardinal Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Cardinal Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Kates Trace and starts from $1,150.
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