
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lorton, VA from $900 (35 Rentals)
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7416 Rhondda Dr

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The Woods of Fairfax

7416 Rhondda Dr

9259 Cardinal Forest Ln

9689 Hagel Cir
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7416 Rhondda Dr

The Fields at Lorton Station

13201 Conrad Ct

The Landings 2
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12701 Lotte Dr

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Belvoir Square

12711 Gordon Blvd, Unit #82, Unit #82

The Courts at Belvoir

Woodbridge Forest

12701 Dara Dr
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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 | $2,109 | $1,200 | $3,410 |
| Lorton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,921 | $1,500 | $3,297 |
| Lorton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,185 | $1,700 | $4,220 |
| Lorton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,423 | $1,977 | $3,568 |
| Lorton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,611 | $2,350 | $2,914 |
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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 The Landings 2 in the Laurel Highlands neighborhood priced from $1,500. Bayvue in the Potomac Club neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,501. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lorton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Landings 2 | One BR/One BA 60% AMI | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Bayvue | Studio 1Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,501 |
| Longview | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,509 |
| Landing at Mason's Bridge | Potomac- ADA | 1BR,1BA | $1,599 |
| Woodbridge Forest | 1Bedroom 1Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,610 |
| Liberty Crest Apartments | 2B2B Two Story -Liberty Crest | 2BR,2BA | $1,642 |
| Rivergate | Occoquan | 1BR,1BA | $1,721 |
| Woodlee Terrace Apartments | The Sycamore | 2BR,1BA | $1,753 |
| Rolling Brook Village | 1 Bed, 1 Bath 693 SF 11B | 1BR,1BA | $1,768 |
| Potomac Vista Apartments | Gunston | 2BR,1BA | $1,775 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lorton, VA
As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lorton area is the $2.08 price per square foot C1M Model at Sanger Place in the in the Laurel Highlands neighborhood starting from $2,463. The second greatest value Lorton apartment is the 2E Model at Woodbridge Station starting at $1,794 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Potomac Club 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sanger Place | C1M | 3BR,2BA | $2.08 |
| Woodbridge Station | 2E | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Woodlee Terrace Apartments | The Sycamore | 2BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| Potomac Vista Apartments | Gunston | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.22 |
| The Woods of Fairfax | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| Woodbridge Forest | 1Bedroom 1Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| Rivergate | Occoquan | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| Landing at Mason's Bridge | Potomac- ADA | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Longview | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| The Landings 2 | One BR/One BA 60% AMI | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
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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 $1,501.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lorton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lorton Apartment is $1,500 at The Landings 2.
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 $1,642 at Liberty Crest Apartments.
What is the most affordable Lorton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lorton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Longview and starts from $2,134.
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