
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cardinal Forest Neighborhood of Fredericksburg, VA from $1,300 (8 Rentals)
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Cardinal Forest, Fredericksburg, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cardinal Forest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cardinal Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,722 | $1,350 | $2,215 |
| Cardinal Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,921 | $1,565 | $2,730 |
| Cardinal Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,226 | $1,699 | $3,150 |
| Cardinal Forest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,145 | $2,145 | $2,145 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Cardinal Forest Neighborhood of Fredericksburg, VA.
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Cheapest Available Cardinal Forest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cardinal Forest area of Fredericksburg, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Magnolia Falls priced from $1,532. English Oaks has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,550. Here are the most affordable Cardinal Forest apartments for rent in Fredericksburg, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Magnolia Falls | Dogwood | 1BR,1BA | $1,532 |
| English Oaks | 2 BR | 2BR,2BA | $1,550 |
| England Run North Apartments | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1,599 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cardinal Forest, VA
As of December 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cardinal Forest area is the $1.41 price per square foot B1 Model at England Run North Apartments in the in the Sherwood Estates neighborhood starting from $1,599. The second greatest value Cardinal Forest apartment is the 1710b2 Model at Malvern Lakes Apartments starting at $1,925 with a $1.76 price per square foot in the Sherwood Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cardinal Forest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| England Run North Apartments | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Malvern Lakes Apartments | 1710b2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.76 |
| English Oaks | 2 BR | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| Silver Collection at Celebrate | Ashland | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| Kensington Crossing | Dogwood | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Magnolia Falls | Dogwood | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCardinal Forest, Fredericksburg, VA
Ranked #7
Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team is proud to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States and customized analysis for Central Fredericksburg, VA. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury housing options, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the Cardinal Forest Neighborhood in Fredericksburg, VA
Walk Score®
41 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
26 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cardinal Forest Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Cardinal Forest?
The cheapest apartment in Cardinal Forest is Magnolia Falls which is listed at $1,532, while the average apartment in Cardinal Forest costs $2,223.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Cardinal Forest?
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 27 regular apartments in Cardinal Forest 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 Cardinal Forest?
Cheap apartments in Cardinal Forest have an average cost of $1,313 which is $910 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Cardinal Forest.
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