
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Gainesville, VA from $1,100 (10 Rentals)
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Gainesville, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Gainesville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gainesville Studio Apartments | $2,232 | $1,520 | $3,995 |
| Gainesville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,160 | $1,150 | $6,027 |
| Gainesville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,415 | $1,250 | $6,214 |
| Gainesville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,160 | $2,300 | $5,385 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Gainesville, VA
Pricing Updated: 12/27/2025Current apartment rentals in the Gainesville, VA area range in price from $1,756 to $2,850 with an overall median price of $2,616. The three Gainesville neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Bridlewood at $1,756, Broad Run Oaks at $1,756, and Glenkirk Estates at $1,756. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Gainesville Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridlewood | $2,614 | $1,756 | 12 |
| Broad Run Oaks | $2,614 | $1,756 | 12 |
| Glenkirk Estates | $2,614 | $1,756 | 12 |
| Lake Manassas | $2,614 | $1,756 | 12 |
| Meadows At Morris Farm | $2,614 | $1,756 | 12 |
| Piedmont South | $2,614 | $1,756 | 12 |
| Somerset | $2,614 | $1,756 | 12 |
| Virginia Gateway | $2,614 | $1,756 | 12 |
| Westmarket Towns | $2,614 | $1,756 | 12 |
| Heritage Hunt | $2,634 | $1,756 | 13 |
Cheapest Available Gainesville Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Gainesville, VA is a Studio unit found at Westgate Apts & Townhouses LP in the Katies Grove neighborhood priced from $1,580. Manassas Meadows Apartments in the Mayfield Trace neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,589. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Gainesville apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westgate Apts & Townhouses LP | Renovated Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,580 |
| Manassas Meadows Apartments | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,589 |
| Amberton | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,666 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gainesville, VA and Nearby
As of December 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Gainesville area is the $2.16 price per square foot C1 Brigadier Model at TGM Bull Run in the in the Chatsworth Village neighborhood starting from $2,845. The second greatest value Gainesville apartment is the B5 - 2BEDS 2 BATHS Model at Orchard Bridge Apartments starting at $1,935 with a $1.61 price per square foot in the Katies Grove neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gainesville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| TGM Bull Run | C1 Brigadier | 3BR,2BA | $2.16 |
| Orchard Bridge Apartments | B5 - 2BEDS 2 BATHS | 2BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| Orchard Glen Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Townhouse | 2BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| Lee Overlook Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.85 |
| Barrington Apartments | 2 Bed Split | 2BR,2BA | $2.02 |
| Soldiers Ridge Apartments | The Crest | 2BR,2BA | $2.14 |
| Woodburn Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom 60% Phase I | 2BR,2BA | $2.23 |
| Ashton Glen Apartments | 2B1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| TGM Ridge | Chesapeake | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| Battery Heights Apartments | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Gainesville Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Gainesville?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Gainesville is under $1,812.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Gainesville?
The cheapest apartment in Gainesville is Manassas Meadows Apartments which is listed at $1,589, while the average apartment in Gainesville costs $2,616.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Gainesville?
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 20 regular apartments in Gainesville 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 Gainesville?
Cheap apartments in Gainesville have an average cost of $1,070 which is $1,546 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Gainesville.
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