
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dale City, VA from $1,100 (53 Rentals)
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14879 Heather Bloom Dr

The Fitzgerald

14220 Fallbrook Ln

2901 Glory Ct

2901 Glory Ct

Victoria Park and Woods at Victoria Park Apartments

River Run

Potomac Woods Senior Living

Park Landing, A 55+ Community
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Virginia Commons

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2721 Omisol Rd, Unit Studio Efficiency Apt, Unit Studio Efficiency Apt

6230 Oaklawn Ln

Dale Forest

Potomac Ridge Apartments

Orchard Mills

Shorehaven

The Landings at Markhams Grant Apartments

13019 Torchlight Dr

Misty Ridge
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Elevations One

Brightwood Forest

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Signal Hill Apartment Homes

Broadstone at River Oaks

Glen Ridge Commons Apartments

Meridian Bay Apartments

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Avana Stoney Ridge

The Kincaid at Caton Hill

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Dominion Middle Ridge

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River Oaks
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The Crossings At Summerland

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Stone Pointe

Woodwind Villa Apartments

Kensington Place

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13430 Kingsman Rd, Unit Rent room size of an apartment, Unit Rent room size of an apartment

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Preserve at Catons Crossing

Wyndham Pointe Apartments

16649 Geddy Ct

12120 Tango Ln

14684 Cloverdale Rd
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Victoria Park & The Woods at Victoria Park

Friendship Place Apartments

5159 Race Pointe Pl

3456 Eagle Ridge Dr

13044 Tadmore Ct

2692 Cast Off Loop

BellaVista

3238 Fledgling Cir

15622 Weathervane Trl

Windsor Park
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Dale City, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dale City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Dale City Studio Apartments | $1,830 | $1,495 | $2,165 |
| Cheap Dale City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,971 | $1,182 | $4,763 |
| Cheap Dale City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,224 | $1,476 | $5,942 |
| Cheap Dale City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,600 | $1,805 | $4,883 |
| Cheap Dale City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,391 | $2,391 | $2,391 |
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Cheapest Available Dale City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Dale City, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Victoria Park and Woods at Victoria Park Apartments in the River Oaks neighborhood priced from $1,182. River Run in the Saratoga Hunt neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dale City apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Park and Woods at Victoria Park Apartments | A1_VictoriaPark | 1BR,1BA | $1,182 |
| River Run | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Potomac Woods Senior Living | 1BR / 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,341 |
| Park Landing, A 55+ Community | 1 Bedroom - Income Limits Apply | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Dale Forest | The Darbydale | 1BR,1BA | $1,523 |
| The Landings at Markhams Grant Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom 60% Phase III | 1BR,1BA | $1,599 |
| Shorehaven | Belvoir | 1BR,1BA | $1,599 |
| Misty Ridge | Appalachian | 1BR,1BA | $1,618 |
| Elevations One | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,626 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dale City, VA
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dale City area is the $1.96 price per square foot Lexington Model at Potomac Ridge Apartments in the in the River Oaks neighborhood starting from $2,099. The second greatest value Dale City apartment is the The Harmony Model at Woodwind Villa Apartments starting at $1,775 with a $1.78 price per square foot in the Saratoga Hunt neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dale City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Potomac Ridge Apartments | Lexington | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.96 |
| Woodwind Villa Apartments | The Harmony | 2BR,2BA | $1.78 |
| Wyndham Pointe Apartments | Fairfax | 2BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| Brightwood Forest | The Forestdale | 2BR,2BA | $1.91 |
| County Center Crossing | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $2.14 |
| Glen Ridge Commons Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom 60% | 2BR,2BA | $2.09 |
| Park Landing, A 55+ Community | 1 Bedroom - Income Limits Apply | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Shorehaven | Belvoir | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| River Run | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Victoria Park and Woods at Victoria Park Apartments | A1_VictoriaPark | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dale City Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Dale City?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Dale City is at The Kincaid at Caton Hill listed at $1,735.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dale City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dale City Apartment is $1,182 at Victoria Park and Woods at Victoria Park Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Dale City Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Dale City is starting from $1,476 at Victoria Park and Woods at Victoria Park Apartments.
What is the most affordable Dale City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Dale City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Orchard Mills and starts from $1,999.
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