Cheap Homes for Rent in Cardinal Forest Neighborhood of Springfield, VA from $800 (9 Rentals)

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Cardinal Forest, Springfield, VA Local Guide

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 $1,619. ReNew Springfield has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,644. Here are the most affordable Cardinal Forest apartments for rent in Washington, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Springfield GardensOne Bedroom (1A) A1BR,1BA$1,619
ReNew SpringfieldArlington1BR,1BA$1,644
Eagle Rock Apartments at West SpringfieldA21BR,1BA$1,990

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cardinal Forest, VA

As of October 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cardinal Forest area is the $1.25 price per square foot 9306 Kite St Model at 9306 Kite St, Unit Single house in the in the Red Fox Forest neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Cardinal Forest apartment is the C4 Model at Vistas of Annandale starting at $2,798 with a $2.22 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
9306 Kite St, Unit Single house9306 Kite St5BR,3.5BA$1.25
Vistas of AnnandaleC43BR,2BA$2.22
Eagle Rock Apartments at West SpringfieldC13BR,2BA$2.79
4904 POWELL RD4904 POWELL RD2BR,1BA$1.95
ReNew SpringfieldArlington1BR,1BA$2.12
Burke Shire Commons ApartmentsThe Wesley Premier1BR,1BA$2.80
Springfield GardensOne Bedroom (1A) A1BR,1BA$3.21
7803 Greeley Blvd, Unit Greeley Blvd7803 Greeley BlvdStudio ,1BA$3.20
5906 Grayson St, Unit B5906 Grayson St1BR,1BA$3.31

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Cardinal Forest, Springfield, VA

Ranked #11

Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cardinal Forest

What type of rentals are currently available in Cardinal Forest?

There are currently 22 Apartments for Rent in Cardinal Forest, VA with pricing that ranges from $1,325 to $3,500. There are also 96 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cardinal Forest ranging from $850 to $6,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Cardinal Forest?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Cardinal Forest ranges from $850 to $6,800 with an average monthly rent of $2,753.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Washington DC Local Expert's Guide to Top Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in the DC Metro

Written by: Steve Lilly

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.