
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Free Union, VA from $600 (32 Rentals)
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Ryan School Apartments

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Woods Edge Apartments - 55 and Better!

Spark Charlottesville

Lynnhaven Apartments

Hearthwood

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Wertland Square

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AP7013 - 1920 Swanson Drive

2527 Hydraulic Rd

820 Runnel Ct

Crestview Apartments

2405 Barracks Ct

163 Hessian Hills Way

2517 Hydraulic Rd

Hollymead Square Townhomes
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109 Turtle Creek Rd

141 Green Turtle Ln

Mallside Forest Apartments

Hydraulic Rd

Arbor Crest Apartments

525 Burgoyne Rd

Cardinal Court

117 Turtle Creek Rd
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Free Union, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Free Union?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Union Studio Apartments | $1,792 | $688 | $2,161 |
| Free Union 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,961 | $600 | $3,540 |
| Free Union 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,154 | $895 | $4,110 |
| Free Union 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,534 | $1,239 | $4,181 |
| Free Union 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,005 | $1,285 | $3,738 |
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Cheapest Available Free Union Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Free Union, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Crozet Meadows Apartments priced from $810. Woods Edge Apartments - 55 and Better! in the The Meadows neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $875. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Free Union apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crozet Meadows Apartments | 50% | 1BR,1BA | $810 |
| Woods Edge Apartments - 55 and Better! | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Ryan School Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $893 |
| AP7013 - 1920 Swanson Drive | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Lynnhaven Apartments | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Spark Charlottesville | Uplift | 1BR,1BA | $1,206 |
| Hearthwood | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,236 |
| Park's Edge Apartments | A1 (50% AMI) | 1BR,1BA | $1,244 |
| Jefferson Commons | A4X2 Renovated | 4BR,2BA | $1,285 |
| The Pavilion at North Grounds | 3 Bed 3 Bath - C4 | 3BR,3BA | $1,289 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Free Union, VA and Nearby
As of August 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Free Union area is the $0.96 price per square foot A4X2 Renovated Model at Wertland Square in the in the 10th and Page neighborhood starting from $1,315. The second greatest value Free Union apartment is the 2 Bed, 2 Bath (Renovated) Model at The Perch on Woodbrook starting at $1,855 with a $1.59 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Free Union apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wertland Square | A4X2 Renovated | 4BR,2BA | $0.96 |
| The Perch on Woodbrook | 2 Bed, 2 Bath (Renovated) | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| Rio Hill | The Virginian | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Treesdale | The Ivy | 2BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| The Pavilion at North Grounds | 2 Bed 2 Bath - B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| Park's Edge Apartments | A1 (50% AMI) | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Spark Charlottesville | Uplift | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Ryan School Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Crozet Meadows Apartments | 50% | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Woods Edge Apartments - 55 and Better! | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
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2.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Free Union Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Free Union?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Free Union is at Hearthwood listed at $1,236.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Free Union Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Free Union Apartment is $810 at Crozet Meadows Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Free Union Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Free Union is starting from $988 at Ryan School Apartments.
What is the most affordable Free Union Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Free Union Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Pavilion at North Grounds and starts from $1,289.
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