
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Stafford County, VA from $1,100 (22 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in Stafford County.


2277 Poplar Rd

The Gardens of Stafford Senior Apartments

136 Stevens Dr

136 Stevens Dr

405 Pratt St

120 Holmes St
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English Oaks

Malvern Lakes

1 Masters Dr

1 Masters Dr

Stonegate Apartments

842 Spring Valley Dr

11 Endicott Ln
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Forest Village Apartments

The Columns Apartments

76 Cherry Laurel Dr

920 Northside Dr

37 Evans Ln

1401 Charles St

51 Virginia Ave
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36 Dorothy Ln
Stafford County, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Stafford County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stafford County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,873 | $1,299 | $3,260 |
| Stafford County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,985 | $1,475 | $4,817 |
| Stafford County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,240 | $1,815 | $4,101 |
| Stafford County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,176 | $2,176 | $2,176 |
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Cheapest Available Stafford County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Stafford County, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Gardens of Stafford Senior Apartments in the Sherwood Estates neighborhood priced from $1,299. Malvern Lakes in the Sherwood Estates neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,534. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Stafford County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Gardens of Stafford Senior Apartments | SHENANDOAH IV | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Malvern Lakes | Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $1,534 |
| 1401 Charles St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,545 |
| Stonegate Apartments | B - The Belmont | 2BR,2BA | $1,599 |
| Ultris Courthouse Square | The Jefferson | 1BR,1BA | $1,604 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Stafford County, VA
As of July 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Stafford County area is the $1.40 price per square foot 3 BR, 2 Bath Townhome Model at Crescent Pointe Townhomes in the in the Orchard Glen neighborhood starting from $1,897. The second greatest value Stafford County apartment is the 3 Beds 2 Baths Model at The Village at England Run Apartments starting at $1,976 with a $1.51 price per square foot in the Sherwood Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Stafford County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crescent Pointe Townhomes | 3 BR, 2 Bath Townhome | 3BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| The Village at England Run Apartments | 3 Beds 2 Baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| Abberly Waterstone Apartment Homes | Granite | 2BR,2BA | $1.94 |
| England Run North | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| Stafford Lakes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Stonegate Apartments | B - The Belmont | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| English Oaks | 2 BR | 2BR,2BA | $2.05 |
| Malvern Lakes | Classic | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| 1401 Charles St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| The Gardens of Stafford Senior Apartments | SHENANDOAH II | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Stafford County Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Stafford County?
The cheapest apartment in Stafford County is The Gardens of Stafford Senior Apartments which is listed at $1,299, while the average apartment in Stafford County costs $2,176.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Stafford County?
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 33 regular apartments in Stafford County 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 Stafford County?
Cheap apartments in Stafford County have an average cost of $967 which is $1,209 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Stafford County.
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