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7121 Little Thames Drive

13513 Wembley Loop

8515 Preakness Pl
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7050 Mongoose Trail
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Gainesville?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Gainesville 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,587 | $1,500 | $3,400 |
Gainesville 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,140 | $2,750 | $4,000 |
Gainesville 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,979 | $3,100 | $4,500 |
Gainesville 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,212 | $3,950 | $4,500 |
Gainesville 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,050 | $4,000 | $4,100 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Gainesville, VA
Pricing Updated: 08/05/2025Current apartment rentals in the Gainesville, VA area range in price from $1,651 to $4,814 with an overall median price of $2,989. The three Gainesville neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Bridlewood at $1,651, Broad Run Oaks at $1,651, and Glenkirk Estates at $1,651. 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 |
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Bridlewood | $2,970 | $1,651 | 4 |
Broad Run Oaks | $2,970 | $1,651 | 4 |
Glenkirk Estates | $2,970 | $1,651 | 4 |
Lake Manassas | $2,970 | $1,651 | 4 |
Meadows At Morris Farm | $2,970 | $1,651 | 4 |
Virginia Oaks | $2,970 | $1,651 | 4 |
Greenhill Crossing | $2,978 | $1,651 | 4 |
Heritage Hunt | $2,978 | $1,651 | 4 |
Piedmont South | $2,978 | $1,651 | 4 |
Somerset | $2,978 | $1,651 | 4 |
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 $1,605. Somerset Pointe in the Westmarket Towns neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,651. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Gainesville apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Westgate Apts & Townhouses LP | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,605 |
Somerset Pointe | The Morgan | 1BR,1BA | $1,651 |
Amberton | E1 | Studio,1BA | $1,766 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gainesville, VA and Nearby
As of August 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Gainesville area is the $1.85 price per square foot 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Model at Lee Overlook Apartments in the in the Cedar Crest neighborhood starting from $2,036. The second greatest value Gainesville apartment is the Winchester II Model at Colonial Village starting at $2,075 with a $1.98 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. |
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Lee Overlook Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.85 |
Colonial Village | Winchester II | 2BR,2BA | $1.98 |
Orchard Glen Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Flat | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
Orchard Bridge Apartments | 7241-104 | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
Soldiers Ridge Apartments | The Crest | 2BR,2BA | $2.02 |
TGM Ridge | Chesapeake | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
Somerset Pointe | The Morgan | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
Elme Manassas | Aspen - A1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
Westgate Apts & Townhouses LP | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.42 |
Maplewood Park | 1x1 720 | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
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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 $8,243. There are also 55 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Gainesville ranging from $1,200 to $4,500.
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 $1,200 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,244.
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