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Gainesville, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Gainesville, VA

Pricing Updated: 11/11/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Gainesville, VA area range in price from $1,756 to $2,786 with an overall median price of $2,718. 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:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Bridlewood$2,718$1,75611
Broad Run Oaks$2,718$1,75611
Glenkirk Estates$2,718$1,75611
Greenhill Crossing$2,718$1,75611
Heritage Hunt$2,718$1,75612
Lake Manassas$2,718$1,75611
Meadows At Morris Farm$2,718$1,75611
Piedmont South$2,718$1,75611
Somerset$2,718$1,75611
Virginia Gateway$2,718$1,75611

Cheapest Available Gainesville Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Gainesville, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Westgate Apts & Townhouses LP in the Katies Grove neighborhood priced from $1,490. Manassas Meadows Apartments in the Mayfield Trace neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,629. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Gainesville apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Westgate Apts & Townhouses LPOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,490
Manassas Meadows Apartments1B1BR,1BA$1,629
Artena ManassasStudio AStudio,1BA$1,629

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gainesville, VA and Nearby

As of November 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Gainesville area is the $1.61 price per square foot B5 - 2BEDS 2 BATHS Model at Orchard Bridge Apartments in the in the Katies Grove neighborhood starting from $1,935. The second greatest value Gainesville apartment is the 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Model at Lee Overlook Apartments starting at $2,036 with a $1.85 price per square foot in the Cedar Crest 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.
Orchard Bridge ApartmentsB5 - 2BEDS 2 BATHS2BR,2BA$1.61
Lee Overlook Apartments2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.85
TGM Bull RunB1 Musket2BR,2BA$1.85
Broad Pointe2 BR with Fireplace2BR,2BA$1.97
Soldiers Ridge ApartmentsThe Crest2BR,2BA$2.14
Woodburn ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Two Bathroom 60% Phase I2BR,2BA$2.00
TGM RidgeChesapeake1BR,1BA$2.26
Somerset PointeThe Morgan1BR,1BA$2.31
Colonial VillageFairfax2BR,1BA$2.21
Battery Heights Apartments1A1BR,1BA$2.27

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Frequently Asked Questions about Gainesville

What type of rentals are currently available in Gainesville?

There are currently 38 Apartments for Rent in Gainesville, VA with pricing that ranges from $1,150 to $6,173. There are also 42 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Gainesville ranging from $850 to $5,999.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Gainesville?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Gainesville ranges from $850 to $5,999 with an average monthly rent of $3,081.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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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.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.