
Cheap Homes for Rent in James City County, VA from $1,400 (23 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in James City County.


4947 Settlers Market Blvd

153 Albemarle Dr

4049 Midlands Rd

MIDLANDS Rd

4003 Governors Square

158 Albemarle Dr
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4009 Midlands Rd

5414 Horan Ct

1101 London Company Way

1879 Ferrell Dr

5310 Gardner Ct

1103 London Company Way

1103 London Company Way
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3872 Staffordshire Ln

107 Cardinal Acres Dr

3108 Craig End

9 Sidewinder Ct

817 Tahoe Trail

115 Orange Dr

3809 Fox Hollow
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1110 Queens Crossing

4402 Betty Ln
James City County, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in James City County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| James City County 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,035 | $1,500 | $3,300 |
| James City County 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,449 | $1,687 | $3,500 |
| James City County 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,963 | $2,550 | $3,300 |
| James City County 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,075 | $3,400 | $5,500 |
| James City County 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,300 | $4,300 | $4,300 |
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Cheapest Available James City County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in James City County, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at Lafayette Village Family Apartments in the Regency at Longhill neighborhood priced from $938. Burnt Ordinary in the Riverview Plantation neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,012. Here is today’s list of the most affordable James City County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lafayette Village Family Apartments | Two Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $938 |
| Burnt Ordinary | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,012 |
| 2 Rivers Apartment Homes | Harborfront | 1BR,1BA | $1,117 |
| Grande Oak - A 55+ community! | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,303 |
| Rolling Meadows Apartments - Tax Credit | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,356 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in James City County, VA
As of July 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the James City County area is the $1.75 price per square foot Colonnade with Garage Model at Monticello At Powhatan in the in the Regency at Longhill neighborhood starting from $2,799. The second greatest value James City County apartment is the B1 Model at Founders Village starting at $2,170 with a $1.97 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monticello At Powhatan | Colonnade with Garage | 3BR,2BA | $1.75 |
| Founders Village | B1 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.97 |
| Rolling Meadows Apartments - Tax Credit | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Grande Oak - A 55+ community! | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.37 |
| Spotswood Commons Apartments | 1BR 1BA (872sf) | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| District at Williamsburg | Fully Renovated Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Lafayette Village Family Apartments | Two Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Stratford at Williamsburg | Monticello | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 2 Rivers Apartment Homes | Crestwave | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Burnt Ordinary | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
Frequently Asked Questions about James City County
What type of rentals are currently available in James City County?
There are currently 47 Apartments for Rent in James City County, VA with pricing that ranges from $815 to $5,250. There are also 74 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in James City County ranging from $1,400 to $5,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in James City County?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in James City County ranges from $1,400 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,870.
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