
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dumfries, VA from $900 (24 Rentals)
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The Harbor at Quantico Creek

Virginia Commons

2958 Myrtlewood Dr

2911 Hickory Creek Ct

2958 Myrtlewood Dr

3343 Cape May Ct

17680 Avenel Ln
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17813 Willow Rd

3374 Dondis Creek Dr

3624 Stonewall Manor Dr

Victoria Park and Woods at Victoria Park Apartments

Southampton Apartments

18432 Woodland Dr

Quantico Court

Townsquare at Dumfries
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Linden Park Apartments

The Melrose Apartments

2790 Patrick Henry Dr

The Oaks Apartments

Victoria Park & The Woods at Victoria Park

18970 Rosings Way

4024 Bradys Hill Rd
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dumfries?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dumfries 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,713 | $1,202 | $2,195 |
| Dumfries 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,080 | $1,504 | $2,700 |
| Dumfries 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,355 | $1,706 | $3,047 |
| Dumfries 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,850 | $2,850 | $2,850 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Dumfries, VA
Pricing Updated: 08/05/2026Current apartment rentals in the Dumfries, VA area range in price from $1,199 to $8,565 with an overall median price of $1,991. The three Dumfries neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Montclair at $1,919, Southbridge at $1,970, and Wayside Village at $1,975. Here is today’s list of the top 6 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Dumfries Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montclair | $1,919 | $1,199 | 58 |
| Southbridge | $1,970 | $1,200 | 104 |
| Wayside Village | $1,975 | $1,202 | 91 |
| Williamstown | $1,975 | $1,202 | 100 |
| Lake Montclair | $1,997 | $1,389 | 101 |
| Country Club Lake | $2,038 | $1,199 | 181 |
Cheapest Available Dumfries Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Dumfries, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Victoria Park and Woods at Victoria Park Apartments in the River Oaks neighborhood priced from $1,206. Quantico Court in the South Riding Station neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,275. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dumfries apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Park and Woods at Victoria Park Apartments | A1_VictoriaPark | 1BR,1BA | $1,206 |
| Quantico Court | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| East Gate Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Linden Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,413 |
| The Harbor at Quantico Creek | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,443 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dumfries, VA
As of August 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dumfries area is the $1.75 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Briarwood Apartments in the in the River Oaks neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value Dumfries 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 Dumfries apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Briarwood Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.75 |
| Wyndham Pointe Apartments | Fairfax | 2BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| Princeton Woods | The Elm | 2BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Linden Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| The Overlook at Quantico | 1BR Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Shorehaven | Belvoir | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| Broadstone at River Oaks | Heartstone | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| The Harbor at Quantico Creek | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| East Gate Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Quantico Court | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
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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 Victoria Park and Woods at Victoria Park Apartments which is listed at $1,206, while the average apartment in Dumfries costs $1,991.
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 245 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 $769 which is $1,222 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Dumfries.
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