Cheap Apartments for Rent in Gainesville, VA from $1,100 (12 Rentals)

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Gainesville, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Gainesville, VA

Pricing Updated: 12/17/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Gainesville, VA area range in price from $999 to $5,999 with an overall median price of $3,383. The three Gainesville neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Bridlewood at $1,500, Broad Run Oaks at $1,500, and Glenkirk Estates at $1,500. Here is today’s list of the top 9 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Gainesville Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Bridlewood$1,500$1,5003
Broad Run Oaks$1,500$1,5002
Glenkirk Estates$1,500$1,5003
Lake Manassas$3,450$3,4502
Heritage Hunt$3,900$3,0005
Virginia Gateway$4,200$4,2001
Westmarket Towns$4,500$99912
Meadows At Morris Farm$4,650$1,8002
Piedmont South$5,249$2,8006

Cheapest Available Gainesville Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Gainesville, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Manassas Meadows Apartments in the Mayfield Trace neighborhood priced from $1,589. Westgate Apts & Townhouses LP in the Katies Grove neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Gainesville apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Manassas Meadows Apartments1B1BR,1BA$1,589
Westgate Apts & Townhouses LPOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,600
Colonial VillageAlexandria II1BR,1BA$1,675
Battery Heights Apartments1A1BR,1BA$1,692
AmbertonE1Studio,1BA$1,705

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gainesville, VA

As of December 18, 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
TGM Bull RunC1 Brigadier3BR,2BA$2.16
Orchard Bridge ApartmentsB5 - 2BEDS 2 BATHS2BR,2BA$1.61
Orchard Glen Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Townhouse2BR,2BA$1.70
Lee Overlook Apartments2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.85
Barrington Apartments2 Bed Split2BR,2BA$2.02
Soldiers Ridge ApartmentsThe Crest2BR,2BA$2.14
Woodburn ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Two Bathroom 60% Phase I2BR,2BA$2.23
Ashton Glen Apartments2B12BR,1BA$2.12
TGM RidgeChesapeake1BR,1BA$2.26
Battery Heights Apartments1A1BR,1BA$2.27

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Getting Around Gainesville, VA

Walk Score®

35 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

40 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

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  • 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 Gainesville Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Gainesville?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Gainesville is at Westgate Apts & Townhouses LP listed at $1,650.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Gainesville Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Gainesville Apartment is $1,589 at Manassas Meadows Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Gainesville Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Gainesville is starting from $1,735 at Westgate Apts & Townhouses LP.

What is the most affordable Gainesville Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Gainesville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Woodburn Apartments and starts from $2,451.

Expert Rental Resources

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.