
Cheap Apartments for Rent in James City County, VA from $600 (12 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in James City County.


Olde Jamestowne Apartments

Grande Oak - A 55+ community!

2 Rivers Apartment Homes

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James City County, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in James City County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| James City County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,671 | $795 | $2,650 |
| James City County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,931 | $913 | $2,844 |
| James City County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,192 | $1,025 | $3,964 |
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Cheapest Available James City County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in James City County, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Olde Jamestowne Apartments in the Stonegate neighborhood priced from $1,050. Grande Oak - A 55+ community! in the Regency at Longhill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,063. Here is today’s list of the most affordable James City County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olde Jamestowne Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Grande Oak - A 55+ community! | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,063 |
| District at Williamsburg | Upgraded Two Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Rolling Meadows Apartments - Tax Credit | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,368 |
| Longhill Grove | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1,387 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in James City County, VA
As of November 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the James City County area is the $1.09 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Longhill Grove in the in the Regency at Longhill neighborhood starting from $1,387. The second greatest value James City County apartment is the Billings Model at The Pointe At New Town starting at $1,876 with a $1.64 price per square foot in the Regency at Longhill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for James City County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Longhill Grove | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| The Pointe At New Town | Billings | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.64 |
| Rolling Meadows Apartments - Tax Credit | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Grande Oak - A 55+ community! | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.12 |
| 2 Rivers Apartment Homes | Nautica | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| Founders Village | A3 | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.88 |
| Monticello At Powhatan | Albermarle | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Spotswood Commons | 1BR 1BA (872sf) | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| District at Williamsburg | Upgraded Two Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Olde Jamestowne Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap James City County Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in James City County?
The cheapest apartment in James City County is Olde Jamestowne Apartments which is listed at $1,050, while the average apartment in James City County costs $2,065.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in James City County?
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 12 regular apartments in James City County 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 James City County?
Cheap apartments in James City County have an average cost of $227 which is $1,838 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in James City County.
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