Cheap Apartments for Rent in Stafford, VA from $1,000 (29 Rentals)

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The Columns Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Columns Apartments

30-70 Ebenezer Church RdStafford, VA 22556
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Forest Village Apartments
Studio to 5 Bedroom Apartments

Forest Village Apartments

1300 Forest VlgFredericksburg, VA 22401
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Stafford, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Stafford, VA

Pricing Updated: 12/16/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Stafford, VA area range in price from $1,200 to $5,768 with an overall median price of $2,861. The three Stafford neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Augustine North at $1,350, Beau Ridge at $1,350, and Vista Woods at $1,350. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Stafford Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Augustine North$1,670$1,35012
Beau Ridge$1,670$1,3509
Vista Woods$1,670$1,35012
Stallings$2,185$1,56936
Summerwind$2,185$1,44838
Biscoe$2,703$1,44873
Aquia Harbour$3,081$1,20059
Brentsmill Estates$3,081$1,20060
Docstone Woods$3,081$1,20064
Sky Terrace$3,081$1,20064

Cheapest Available Stafford Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Stafford, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Stratford Apartments in the Riverwalk neighborhood priced from $1,050. Southampton in the River Oaks neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,149. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Stafford apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Stratford ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,050
Southampton1A1BR,1BA$1,149
Quantico Court1 BR1BR,1BA$1,275
The Commons at Cowan Boulevard1A1BR,1BA$1,349
East Gate Apartments1 BR1BR,1BA$1,350
The Gardens of Stafford Senior ApartmentsSHENANDOAH II1BR,1BA$1,475
Linden Park Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,480
Arbor GroveBirch *Newly Renovated Homes Available2BR,1BA$1,499
Magnolia FallsDogwood1BR,1BA$1,519

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Stafford, VA

As of December 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Stafford area is the $1.81 price per square foot Oak Model at Arbor Grove in the in the Park Ridge neighborhood starting from $3,162. The second greatest value Stafford apartment is the 3 BR, 2 Bath Townhome Model at Crescent Pointe Townhomes starting at $1,800 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Orchard Glen neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Stafford apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Arbor GroveOak4BR,2BA$1.81
Crescent Pointe Townhomes3 BR, 2 Bath Townhome3BR,2BA$1.33
The Residences at Potomac Crest3BR-A3BR,2BA$1.90
Stratford ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,1.5BA$1.21
England Run North ApartmentsB12BR,2BA$1.41
Malvern Lakes Apartments1710b22BR,2BA$1.76
The Commons at Cowan Boulevard3A3BR,2BA$1.78
316 High St316 High St2BR,1BA$1.35
English Oaks2 BR2BR,2BA$1.68
Valor Apartment HomesThe Valor1BR,1BA$1.85

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

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Getting Around Stafford, VA

Walk Score®

32 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

25 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Stafford Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Stafford?

The cheapest apartment in Stafford is Stratford Apartments which is listed at $1,050, while the average apartment in Stafford costs $2,861.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Stafford?

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 652 regular apartments in Stafford 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?

Cheap apartments in Stafford have an average cost of $1,357 which is $1,504 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Stafford.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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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.