Cheap Apartments for Rent in Fredericksburg, VA from $1,000 (83 Rentals)

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property at 627 Wolfe St

$1,150

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$1,150

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$1,150

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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627 Wolfe St

FredericksburgVA22401
property at 138 Limestone Way

$1,400

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$1,400

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$1,400

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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138 Limestone Way

FredericksburgVA22406

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property at 512 Caroline St

$1,450

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$1,450

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$1,450

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512 Caroline St

FredericksburgVA22401
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Palmers Creek
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$1,455 - $2,195
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$1,420 - $2,160
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Palmers Creek

9012 Jefferson Davis HwyFredericksburg, VA 22407
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Orchard Ridge at Jackson Village
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$1,499 - $1,699
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$1,499 - $1,699

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$1,499 - $1,699
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Orchard Ridge at Jackson Village

4900 Orchard Ridge DrFredericksburg, VA 22407
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Magnolia Falls
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$1,520 - $2,021
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$1,452 - $1,953
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Magnolia Falls

2500 Green Tree RdFredericksburg, VA 22406
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Vetra Southpoint
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$1,575 - $3,209
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$1,418 - $3,052
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$157

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$1,575 - $3,209
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Vetra Southpoint

5300 Steeplechase DrFredericksburg, VA 22407
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property at 1115 Winchester St

$1,595

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$1,595

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$1,595

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Available Jun 1

1115 Winchester St

FredericksburgVA22401
property at 320 Wolfe St

$1,645

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$1,645

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$1,645

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available May 25

320 Wolfe St

FredericksburgVA22401

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property at 606 Stuart St

$1,650

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$1,650

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606 Stuart St

FredericksburgVA22401
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Kensington Crossing
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$1,661 - $2,472
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$1,583 - $2,394
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Kensington Crossing

101 Knights CtFredericksburg, VA 22406
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property at 604 Caroline St

$1,695

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$1,695

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$1,695

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604 Caroline St

FredericksburgVA22401
property at 10402 Laurel Ridge Way

$1,695

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$1,695

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$1,695

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10402 Laurel Ridge Way

FredericksburgVA22408

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property at 9537 Evergreen Circle

$1,700

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$1,700

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$1,700

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9537 Evergreen Circle

FredericksburgVA22407
property at 500 Claiborne Ave

$1,750

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$1,750

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$1,750

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500 Claiborne Ave

FredericksburgVA22405
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Attain at Towne Centre
$1,785 - $3,133
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$1,642 - $2,990
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$1,785 - $3,133
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Attain at Towne Centre

5101 Attain Centre DrFredericksburg, VA 22407
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Fredericksburg, VA

Pricing Updated: 04/30/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Fredericksburg, VA area range in price from $1,150 to $5,795 with an overall median price of $2,902. The three Fredericksburg neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are River Bend at $1,150, Cardinal Forest at $1,350, and England Run at $1,350. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Fredericksburg Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
River Bend$2,113$1,15091
Cardinal Forest$2,145$1,35054
England Run$2,145$1,35055
Mansefield$2,145$1,35054
Stafford Lakes Village$2,145$1,52049
Chancellorsville Hunt$2,259$1,5502
Ferry Farms$2,399$1,15065
Deacon Road Estates$2,475$1,15015
Chatham Landing$2,495$1,15014
Highland Home$2,505$1,15011

Cheapest Available Fredericksburg Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Fredericksburg, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Kings Crest Seniors Apartments priced from $1,250. Camden Hills in the Downtown Fredericksburg neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,262. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fredericksburg apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Kings Crest Seniors Apartments1 BR1BR,1BA$1,250
Camden Hills1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,262
The Commons at Cowan Boulevard1A1BR,1BA$1,299
Townsend SquareThe Stratford2BR,2BA$1,364
Heights at Jackson Village, A 55+ Community1 Bedroom (Income Guidelines)1BR,1BA$1,439
Summit Kings MillThe Jackson1BR,1BA$1,440
Wellington Woods2B2BR,1BA$1,446
Orchard Ridge at Jackson Village1 BEDROOM - 1B1BR,1BA$1,499
The Residences at BelmontThe Oak1BR,1BA$1,517
Magnolia FallsDogwood1BR,1BA$1,520

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fredericksburg, VA

As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fredericksburg area is the $1.37 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Model at Salem Fields Townhomes in the in the Stuarts Crossing neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value Fredericksburg apartment is the Upgraded Three Bedroom Model at Willow Bend Townhomes starting at $2,275 with a $1.74 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Fredericksburg apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Salem Fields Townhomes3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath3BR,2.5BA$1.37
Willow Bend TownhomesUpgraded Three Bedroom3BR,2.5BA$1.74
The Village at England Run Apartments3 Beds 2 Baths3BR,2BA$1.43
England Run North ApartmentsB12BR,2BA$1.55
Salem Run Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.64
Townsend SquareThe Hathaway3BR,2BA$1.61
Stafford LakesTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.58
813 Spring Valley Drive813 Spring Valley Drive1BR,1BA$1.80
English Oaks2 BR2BR,2BA$1.68
Crestview ApartmentsThe Crest1BR,1BA$1.80

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Fredericksburg Overview

Fredericksburg, Virginia, is a vibrant city located less than 50 miles outside of Washington D.C. Living here allows you to enjoy an idyllic lifestyle, as you’ll always be near beautiful natural landscapes and cultural attractions galore. The apartment homes in Fredericksburg add to the magic of living in this region. Many of the top rental properties feature open floorplans, quality appliances, and all the amenities you could want, including fitness centers and swimming pools. You’ll get to enjoy being within walking distance of all the top-notch shops and restaurants in the downtown hub, too.

Why live in Fredericksburg, VA?

Many things bring people from far and wide to live in Fredericksburg. Quick commutes to Washington D.C. are a major factor, as is the proximity to Richmond, Virginia, to the south. Residents enjoy living less than two hours away from the Chesapeake Bay and the Atlantic Ocean beyond. The rich history of the region is endlessly captivating, even if you’re not a history buff.  And when you’re not exploring the historical sites, it’s easy to find something fun to do right in town. Want to make the most of your explorations? Hop on a trolley tour to see it all from the tourists’ perspective.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fredericksburg Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fredericksburg?

The cheapest apartment in Fredericksburg is Kings Crest Seniors Apartments which is listed at $1,250, while the average apartment in Fredericksburg costs $2,902.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fredericksburg?

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 85 regular apartments in Fredericksburg 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 Fredericksburg?

Cheap apartments in Fredericksburg have an average cost of $926 which is $1,976 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fredericksburg.

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