
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Sanford, VA from $300 (45 Rentals)
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Gateway Village

Homes at Foxfield

Stone Grove Crossing

The Residences at Pine Knoll

Little Creek Apartments

Merrifield

Ponds Edge

Woods Crossing Apartments
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11226 Greenwood Rd

Village at Mitchell Pond

The Reserve at Parsons Lake

Oak Hill

Hawks Plaza

Mill Pond Village

Greens at Schumaker Pond

Island Club Apartments
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Pleasant Manor

The Willows at Salisbury

The Willows at Berlin

Decatur Apartments

Victoria Estates

Golden Meadows

18301 Plantation Rd

11689 Somerset Ave

Somerset Meadows
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Chestnut Manor Apartments

New Road Village Apartments

235 Newton St

Shady Grove Apartments

Hollybrook Farms Apartments

Heritage Court

25514 E Main St

NorthPark Gardens

320 Randolph Ave
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7227 Oak Ridge Pl

406 Maple St

31426 Cedar View Rd

10003 Lankford Hwy

137 Honeysuckle Dr

30704 Hampden Ave

3 Laurel St

1022 Adams Ave
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Sanford, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sanford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sanford Studio Apartments | $1,292 | $1,090 | $1,495 |
| Sanford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,565 | $377 | $2,938 |
| Sanford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,822 | $506 | $3,629 |
| Sanford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,929 | $583 | $3,528 |
| Sanford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,398 | $749 | $2,450 |
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Cheapest Available Sanford Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Sanford, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Stone Grove Crossing in the Downtown Salisbury neighborhood priced from $878. The Residences at Pine Knoll has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $972. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Sanford apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stone Grove Crossing | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $878 |
| The Residences at Pine Knoll | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $972 |
| College Park Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Hawks Plaza | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,335 |
| Oak Hill | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1,434 |
| Parkwood Apartments | 2 Bedroom /1.5 Bath Parkwood Remodel | 2BR,1BA | $1,499 |
| Ponds Edge | ADA 2bd/2ba | 2BR,2BA | $1,524 |
| Island Club Apartments | 2A10 | 2BR,1BA | $1,575 |
| Addison Court | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,585 |
| Marley Manor Luxury Apartment Homes | 2 Bed- MMII | 2BR,2BA | $1,599 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sanford, VA and Nearby
As of August 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sanford area is the $1.33 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Enclave at Millwood in the in the Retreat at Millstone neighborhood starting from $2,055. The second greatest value Sanford apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Hawks Plaza starting at $1,335 with a $0.99 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Sanford apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enclave at Millwood | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.33 |
| Hawks Plaza | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| Oceans East | The Mermaid | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Towns at Pax River, A Linden Community | Topsail Renovated | 3BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| The Reserve at Ponds Edge | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| Oak Hill | 2 Bedroom Renovated Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.35 |
| The Residences at Pine Knoll | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| University Orchard | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| The Flatts Salisbury | B1 Floor Plan - Limited Availability | 2BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| Stone Grove Crossing | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sanford Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sanford Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sanford Apartment is $878 at Stone Grove Crossing.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Sanford Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Sanford is starting from $972 at The Residences at Pine Knoll.
What is the most affordable Sanford Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Sanford Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Residences at Pine Knoll and starts from $1,123.
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