
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Fredericksburg Neighborhood of Fredericksburg, VA from $1,100 (45 Rentals)
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Stratford Apartments

Wellington Woods

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Camden Hills

The Commons at Cowan Boulevard

Townsend Square

MAA Greenbrier

Riverwoods Apartments of Fredericksburg

601 Forbes St
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601 Pitt St, Unit 2

1417 Hanover St

The Residences at Belmont

300 Claiborne Ave

1805 William St

The Factory at Upper Spotsy

503 Hanover St, Unit 6

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809 Caroline St, Unit 101

320 Wolfe St
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606 Stuart St

2505 Van Buren St

500 Claiborne Ave

1212 Payne St

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4802 Hicks Dr, Unit Basement apt in owner occupied home

102 Frederick St

Madonna House at Belmont Senior Apartments

Forest Village Apartments

Monticello Square Apartments
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Hazel Hill

803 Wolfe St

1004 Prince Edward St

113 Hawke St

1320-1324 Kenmore Ave

Kenmore Apartments

Crestview Apartments

620 Kenmore Ave

108 St Paul St
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Summit Kings Mill

1414 Princess Anne St

606 Stuart St, Unit 2

822 Caroline St

1401 Charles St

1401 Charles St

Hanover House

1446 Kenmore Ave

915 William St
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Downtown Fredericksburg, Fredericksburg, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Fredericksburg?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Fredericksburg Studio Apartments | $1,466 | $1,453 | $1,493 |
| Downtown Fredericksburg 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,758 | $1,150 | $2,328 |
| Downtown Fredericksburg 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,031 | $1,250 | $4,550 |
| Downtown Fredericksburg 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,960 | $1,550 | $2,166 |
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There are currently 45 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Fredericksburg Neighborhood of Fredericksburg, VA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Fredericksburg Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Fredericksburg area of Fredericksburg, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Camden Hills priced from $1,399. The Commons at Cowan Boulevard has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,449. Here are the most affordable Downtown Fredericksburg apartments for rent in Fredericksburg, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camden Hills | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
| The Commons at Cowan Boulevard | 2C | 2BR,1BA | $1,449 |
| MAA Greenbrier | Chatham | Studio,1BA | $1,453 |
| Riverwoods Apartments of Fredericksburg | The Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1,455 |
| Kenmore Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
| The Factory at Upper Spotsy | 1 Bed | 1 Bath - Building One | 1BR,1BA | $1,599 |
| Summit Kings Mill | The Jackson | 1BR,1BA | $1,620 |
| 1401 Charles St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Wellington Woods | 2B | 2BR,1BA | $1,699 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Fredericksburg, VA
As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Fredericksburg area is the $2.38 price per square foot The English Model at William Square Luxury Residences in the in the Chatham Landing neighborhood starting from $4,100. The second greatest value Downtown Fredericksburg apartment is the 2B Model at Wellington Woods starting at $1,699 with a $1.88 price per square foot in the Downtown Fredericksburg neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Fredericksburg apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| William Square Luxury Residences | The English | 2BR,2BA | $2.38 |
| Wellington Woods | 2B | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| 809 Caroline St, Unit 101 | 809 Caroline St | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Camden Hills | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| The Commons at Cowan Boulevard | 2C | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.86 |
| 1401 Charles St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Riverwoods Apartments of Fredericksburg | The Birch | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| The Factory at Upper Spotsy | 1 Bed | 1 Bath - Building Four | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| Summit Kings Mill | The Jackson | 1BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| Kenmore Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Fredericksburg, Fredericksburg, VA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Fredericksburg Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Fredericksburg Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Fredericksburg Apartment is $1,399 at Camden Hills.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Fredericksburg Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Fredericksburg is starting from $1,449 at The Commons at Cowan Boulevard.
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