
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dumfries, VA from $900 (28 Rentals)
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Shorehaven

Broadstone at River Oaks

The Harbor at Quantico Creek

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Briarwood Apartments

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Victoria Park and Woods at Victoria Park Apartments
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Quantico Court

Townsquare at Dumfries

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The Melrose Apartments

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The Overlook at Quantico
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River Oaks

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The Oaks Apartments

Victoria Park & The Woods at Victoria Park

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Riverwoods Apartments
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Dumfries, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dumfries?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dumfries 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,646 | $1,149 | $2,269 |
| Dumfries 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,967 | $1,475 | $2,700 |
| Dumfries 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,266 | $1,742 | $3,071 |
| Dumfries 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,850 | $2,850 | $2,850 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Dumfries, VA
Pricing Updated: 05/07/2026Current apartment rentals in the Dumfries, VA area range in price from $1,149 to $8,667 with an overall median price of $2,771. The three Dumfries neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Montclair at $1,250, Country Club Lake at $1,182, and Lake Montclair at $1,455. Here is today’s list of the top 7 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Dumfries Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montclair | $2,299 | $1,250 | 99 |
| Country Club Lake | $2,850 | $1,182 | 253 |
| Lake Montclair | $2,850 | $1,455 | 131 |
| Quantico Center | $2,850 | $1,149 | 77 |
| Southbridge | $2,850 | $1,149 | 92 |
| Wayside Village | $2,850 | $1,149 | 80 |
| Williamstown | $2,850 | $1,149 | 88 |
Cheapest Available Dumfries Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Dumfries, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Southampton in the River Oaks neighborhood priced from $1,149. 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 $1,182. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dumfries apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southampton | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
| Victoria Park and Woods at Victoria Park Apartments | A1_VictoriaPark | 1BR,1BA | $1,182 |
| Quantico Court | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| East Gate Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Linden Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
| Briarwood Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,570 |
| Shorehaven | Belvoir | 1BR,1BA | $1,599 |
| Potomac Ridge Apartments | Hamilton | 2BR,1BA | $1,605 |
| Broadstone at River Oaks | Heartstone | 1BR,1BA | $1,690 |
| The Overlook at Quantico | 2BR Classic | 2BR,2BA | $1,699 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dumfries, VA
As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dumfries area is the $1.56 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Townsquare at Dumfries in the in the River Oaks neighborhood starting from $1,822. The second greatest value Dumfries apartment is the Lexington Model at Potomac Ridge Apartments starting at $2,099 with a $1.96 price per square foot in the River Oaks neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dumfries apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Townsquare at Dumfries | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| Potomac Ridge Apartments | Lexington | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.96 |
| Wyndham Pointe Apartments | Fairfax | 2BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| The Overlook at Quantico | 2BR Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.92 |
| Shorehaven | Belvoir | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Broadstone at River Oaks | Heartstone | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Linden Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| East Gate Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| Quantico Court | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Victoria Park and Woods at Victoria Park Apartments | A1_VictoriaPark | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dumfries Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Dumfries?
The cheapest apartment in Dumfries is Southampton which is listed at $1,149, while the average apartment in Dumfries costs $2,771.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Dumfries?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 303 regular apartments in Dumfries that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Dumfries?
Cheap apartments in Dumfries have an average cost of $672 which is $2,099 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Dumfries.
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