
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Stafford County, VA from $1,100 (33 Rentals)
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English Oaks

The Gardens of Stafford Senior Apartments

120 Holmes St

2277 Poplar Rd

248 Olympic Dr

300 Claiborne Ave

Aquia Terrace
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Malvern Lakes

Stonegate Apartments

1 Masters Dr

1 Masters Dr

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54 Stafford Indians Ln, Unit A

Stafford Lakes

Carriage Pointe Condominiums

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Magnolia Falls
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100 Wild Oak Ln, Unit 200

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Kensington Crossing

Lakewood Apartments

76 Red Maple Ct

The Village at England Run Apartments

500 Claiborne Ave

33 Fern Oak Cir

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The Columns Apartments

1009 Bayview Overlook

37 Evans Ln

Ultris Courthouse Square

1049 Coriander Ln

England Run Townhomes

1401 Charles St

Hanover House
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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 | $1,802 | $1,299 | $3,833 |
| Stafford County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,999 | $1,475 | $5,176 |
| Stafford County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,283 | $1,752 | $4,552 |
| Stafford County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,428 | $2,145 | $2,963 |
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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. English Oaks in the Sherwood Estates neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,499. 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 II | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| English Oaks | 2 BR | 2BR,2BA | $1,499 |
| Aquia Terrace | The Ashland | 1BR,1BA | $1,586 |
| Stafford Lakes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,615 |
| Carriage Pointe Condominiums | Potomac I | 1BR,1BA | $1,644 |
| Magnolia Falls | Dogwood | 1BR,1BA | $1,646 |
| Kensington Crossing | Magnolia | 1BR,1BA | $1,651 |
| Malvern Lakes | Classic w/ Sunroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,654 |
| Ultris Courthouse Square | The Hamilton | 1BR,1BA | $1,662 |
| Lakewood Apartments | The Dockside | 1BR,1BA | $1,675 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Stafford County, VA
As of June 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Stafford County area is the $2.09 price per square foot Topaz Model at Abberly Waterstone Apartment Homes in the in the Orchard Glen neighborhood starting from $3,132. The second greatest value Stafford County apartment is the 3 BR, 2 Bath Townhome Model at Crescent Pointe Townhomes starting at $1,897 with a $1.40 price per square foot in the Orchard Glen 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abberly Waterstone Apartment Homes | Topaz | 3BR,2BA | $2.09 |
| Crescent Pointe Townhomes | 3 BR, 2 Bath Townhome | 3BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| The Village at England Run Apartments | 3 Beds 2 Baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| England Run North Apartments | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
| Stonegate Apartments | C - The Augustine | 3BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| Stafford Lakes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| English Oaks | 2 BR | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| Kensington Crossing | Cambridge | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| The Residences at Potomac Crest | 1BR | 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 $2,445.
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 34 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 $513 which is $1,932 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Stafford County.
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