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5734 Backlick RdSpringfield, VA 22150
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cardinal Forest Neighborhood of Springfield, VA from $1,400 (7 Rentals)
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Eagle Rock Apartments at West Springfield
8525 Burling Wood DrSpringfield, VA 22152
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Springfield Gardens
6116 Cumberland AveSpringfield, VA 22150
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowVistas of Annandale
7931 Patriot DrAnnandale, VA 22003
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowHalstead Burke
5812 Chase Commons CtBurke, VA 22015
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Burke Lake Gardens
9608 Old Keene Mill RdBurke, VA 22015
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Ilda's Overlook Senior Residences 62 & Older
10055 Braddock RdFairfax, VA 22032
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Cardinal Forest, Springfield, VA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cardinal Forest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cardinal Forest Studio Apartments | $1,600 | $1,600 | $1,600 |
| Cardinal Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,011 | $1,600 | $2,879 |
| Cardinal Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,434 | $1,889 | $3,219 |
| Cardinal Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,904 | $2,485 | $3,307 |
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Cheapest Available Cardinal Forest Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cardinal Forest area of Washington, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Springfield Gardens priced from $1,615. Springfield Square has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,676. Here are the most affordable Cardinal Forest apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Springfield Gardens | One Bedroom (1A) A | 1BR,1BA | $1,615 |
| Springfield Square | Heritage | 1BR,1BA | $1,676 |
| ReNew Springfield | Arlington | 1BR,1BA | $1,719 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cardinal Forest, VA
As of May 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cardinal Forest area is the $2.81 price per square foot C1 Model at Eagle Rock Apartments at West Springfield in the in the Red Fox Forest neighborhood starting from $3,260. The second greatest value Cardinal Forest apartment is the AD1RC Model at Vistas of Annandale starting at $2,687 with a $2.34 price per square foot in the Red Fox Forest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cardinal Forest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Eagle Rock Apartments at West Springfield | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $2.81 |
| Vistas of Annandale | AD1RC | 2BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| Springfield Square | Buchanan | 2BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| ReNew Springfield | Arlington | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Halstead Burke | 1 Bed/1 Bath-A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| Springfield Gardens | One Bedroom (1A) A | 1BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| 7803 Greeley Blvd, Unit Greeley Blvd | 7803 Greeley Blvd | Studio ,1BA | $3.20 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cardinal Forest Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Cardinal Forest?
The cheapest apartment in Cardinal Forest is Springfield Gardens which is listed at $1,615, while the average apartment in Cardinal Forest costs $2,897.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Cardinal Forest?
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 24 regular apartments in Cardinal Forest 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 Cardinal Forest?
Cheap apartments in Cardinal Forest have an average cost of $800 which is $2,097 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Cardinal Forest.
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