
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lorton, VA from $800 (39 Rentals)
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Liberty Crest Apartments

Sanger Place

The Woods of Fairfax

Woodside Apartments

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Vista Laurel Highlands

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The Cosmopolitan at Lorton Station

7481 Wounded Knee Rd

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9557 Hagel Cir

The Fields at Lorton Station

9833 Hagel Cir

1711 Vonnies View Ct

1509 Tyler Cir

8520 Springfield Oaks Dr

6961 Klett Dr

The Landings 2

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Longview
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Potomac Vista Apartments

Landing at Mason's Bridge

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Rolling Brook Village

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Woodbridge Station

Rivergate

1531 Colonial Dr

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Belvoir Square
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Joyfield Flats at Woodbridge

2027 Quiet Creek Ct

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Viridium

312-312 Poplar Alley

The Courts at Belvoir

Woodbridge Forest

8301 Windfall Rd

1403 Admiral Dr

Greene Hills Estates
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Westminster Oaks

14212 Fisher Ave

1875 Tiger Lily Cir
Lorton, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lorton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lorton Studio Apartments | $1,930 | $1,300 | $3,087 |
| Lorton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,839 | $850 | $3,139 |
| Lorton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,162 | $1,609 | $4,025 |
| Lorton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,394 | $1,999 | $3,448 |
| Lorton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,804 | $2,307 | $3,495 |
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Cheapest Available Lorton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lorton, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Longview in the Woodbridge neighborhood priced from $1,443. Bayvue in the Woodbridge neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,479. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lorton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Longview | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,443 |
| Bayvue | 1Bedroom 1Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,479 |
| The Landings 2 | One BR/One BA 60% AMI | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Woodlee Terrace Apartments | The Willow | 1BR,1BA | $1,584 |
| Potomac Vista Apartments | Essex | 1BR,1BA | $1,592 |
| Landing at Mason's Bridge | Potomac- ADA | 1BR,1BA | $1,599 |
| Liberty Crest Apartments | 2B1.5B C -Liberty Crest | 2BR,1BA | $1,734 |
| Rivergate | Occoquan | 1BR,1BA | $1,745 |
| Rolling Brook Village | 1 Bed, 1 Bath 685 SF 11A | 1BR,1BA | $1,774 |
| Belvoir Square | Studio (S1a) | Studio,1BA | $1,777 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lorton, VA
As of July 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lorton area is the $2.25 price per square foot 3O Model at Woodbridge Station in the in the Woodbridge neighborhood starting from $2,964. The second greatest value Lorton apartment is the B2F Model at Viridium starting at $2,688 with a $2.51 price per square foot in the Woodbridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lorton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodbridge Station | 3O | 3BR,2BA | $2.25 |
| Viridium | B2F | 2BR,2BA | $2.51 |
| Woodside Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| The Woods of Fairfax | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Rivergate | Neabsco | 1BR,1BA | $2.52 |
| Liberty Crest Apartments | 1B1B B -Liberty Crest | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Landing at Mason's Bridge | Potomac- ADA | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Longview | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| The Landings 2 | One BR/One BA 60% AMI | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| Potomac Vista Apartments | Essex | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lorton Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lorton?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lorton is at Bayvue listed at $1,487.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lorton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lorton Apartment is $1,443 at Longview.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lorton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lorton is starting from $1,683 at Bayvue.
What is the most affordable Lorton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lorton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Potomac Vista Apartments and starts from $1,999.
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