
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dale City, VA from $1,100 (36 Rentals)
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13405 Quate Ln

1761 Powder Horn Terrace

14669 Crossfield Way

14220 Fallbrook Ln

2901 Glory Ct

2901 Glory Ct

Victoria Park and Woods at Victoria Park Apartments

River Run
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12427 Eden Ln

Potomac Woods Senior Living

Park Landing, A 55+ Community

12173 Salemtown Dr

16057 Dancing Leaf Pl

Virginia Commons

Dale Forest

Orchard Mills

Brightwood Forest
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Potomac Ridge Apartments

Elevations One

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Broadstone at River Oaks

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Misty Ridge

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14052 Oxbridge Inn Ct, Unit Studio basement
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14684 Cloverdale Rd

Victoria Park & The Woods at Victoria Park

2920 Wetherburn Ct

13044 Tadmore Ct

Friendship Place Apartments

15659 Horseshoe Ln

14764 Courtlandt Heights Rd

Springwoods at Lake Ridge

2692 Cast Off Loop
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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 | $1,662 | $1,464 | $2,060 |
| Cheap Dale City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,990 | $1,202 | $6,313 |
| Cheap Dale City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,301 | $1,499 | $6,201 |
| Cheap Dale City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,631 | $1,805 | $4,939 |
| Cheap Dale City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,724 | $2,391 | $4,500 |
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Cheapest Available Dale City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Dale City, VA is a Studio unit found at Friendship Place Apartments in the Potomac Club neighborhood priced from $1,130. Victoria Park and Woods at Victoria Park Apartments in the River Oaks neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,202. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dale City apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friendship Place Apartments | 0 Bedroom 1 Bath - 35599 | Studio,1BA | $1,130 |
| Victoria Park and Woods at Victoria Park Apartments | A1_WoodsatVictoriaPark | 1BR,1BA | $1,202 |
| 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 | One Bed, One Bath, TC60% | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Dale Forest | A2: 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,432 |
| Orchard Mills | The Hillcrest | 1BR,1BA | $1,575 |
| Brightwood Forest | A1: 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,602 |
| Signal Hill Apartment Homes | One Bedroom (A1C) | 1BR,1BA | $1,612 |
| Potomac Ridge Apartments | Adams | 1BR,1BA | $1,619 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dale City, VA
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dale City area is the $2.04 price per square foot C1 Model at County Center Crossing in the in the Saratoga Hunt neighborhood starting from $2,364. The second greatest value Dale City apartment is the Fairfax Model at Wyndham Pointe Apartments starting at $2,095 with a $2.11 price per square foot in the River Oaks 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| County Center Crossing | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $2.04 |
| Wyndham Pointe Apartments | Fairfax | 2BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| The Landings at Markhams Grant Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom 60% Phase III | 2BR,2BA | $1.97 |
| Glen Ridge Commons Apartments | Two Bedroom One and half Bathroom 60% | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.08 |
| Park Landing, A 55+ Community | One Bed, One Bath, TC60% | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Potomac Ridge Apartments | Adams | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Dale Forest | A2: 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| River Run | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Potomac Woods Senior Living | 1BR / 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Victoria Park and Woods at Victoria Park Apartments | A1_VictoriaPark | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
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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 Friendship Place Apartments listed at $1,130.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dale City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dale City Apartment is $1,202 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 $1,499 at River Run.
What is the most affordable Dale City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Dale City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Elevations One and starts from $1,950.
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