
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Stafford, VA from $1,150 (61 Rentals)
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The Gardens of Stafford Senior Apartments

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Carriage Pointe Condominiums

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Lakewood Apartments

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Aquia

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Stonegate Apartments

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The Pointe at Stafford Apartment Homes

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The Residences at Potomac Crest

100 Chesterfield Ln

75 Fern Oak Cir
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202 Buckingham Ln

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Arbor Grove

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Abberly Waterstone Apartment Homes

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Crescent Pointe Townhomes

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Aquia Terrace

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244 Almond Dr, Unit Basement

11 Endicott Ln

36 Shore Dr

The Columns Apartments

407 Apricot St
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1049 Coriander Ln

Ultris Courthouse Square

33 Fern Oak Cir

119 Ivywood Dr

14 SMELTERS Rd

Sky Terrace

200 Grosvenor Ln

PARK RIDGE TOWNHOMES

203 W Park Dr

100 Belladonna Ln
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209 Kings Crest Dr

18 Wayside Ct

106 Ridgecrest Ct

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Stratford Apartments

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Southampton Apartments

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Quantico Court

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Townsquare at Dumfries

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East Gate Apartments

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English Oaks

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Linden Park Apartments
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The Commons at Cowan Boulevard

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The Melrose Apartments

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Magnolia Falls

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Kensington Crossing

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The Residences at Belmont

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Malvern Lakes

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MAA Seasons

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Stafford Lakes

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England Run North

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Tripoli Landing
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Stafford, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Stafford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Cheap Stafford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,777 | $1,150 | $3,492 |
| Cheap Stafford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,121 | $1,250 | $5,948 |
| Cheap Stafford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,209 | $1,550 | $3,610 |
| Cheap Stafford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,793 | $2,176 | $3,181 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Stafford, VA
Pricing Updated: 09/12/2026Current apartment rentals in the Stafford, VA area range in price from $1,299 to $6,002 with an overall median price of $2,039. The three Stafford neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Beau Ridge at $1,475, Seven Lakes at $1,475, and Augustine North at $1,657. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Stafford Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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| Beau Ridge | $1,475 | $1,299 | 3 |
| Seven Lakes | $1,475 | $1,299 | 2 |
| Augustine North | $1,657 | $1,299 | 6 |
| Vista Woods | $1,657 | $1,299 | 6 |
| Stowe of Amyclae | $1,897 | $1,299 | 9 |
| Eastern View | $1,898 | $1,299 | 18 |
| Park Ridge | $1,941 | $1,695 | 15 |
| Autumn Ridge | $1,947 | $1,299 | 28 |
| Liberty Place | $2,000 | $1,677 | 33 |
| Devon Green | $2,022 | $1,677 | 32 |
Cheapest Available Stafford Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Stafford, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Quantico Court in the South Riding Station neighborhood priced from $1,275. The Gardens of Stafford Senior Apartments in the Sherwood Estates neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,299. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Stafford apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Quantico Court | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| The Gardens of Stafford Senior Apartments | SHENANDOAH II | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| East Gate Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| Linden Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,427 |
| The Commons at Cowan Boulevard | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,439 |
| Magnolia Falls | Dogwood | 1BR,1BA | $1,508 |
| Kensington Crossing | Dogwood | 1BR,1BA | $1,547 |
| Malvern Lakes | Upgraded w/ Sunroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,584 |
| MAA Seasons | Chancellor | 1BR,1BA | $1,608 |
| Stafford Lakes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,615 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Stafford, VA
As of September 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Stafford area is the $1.05 price per square foot 244 Almond Dr Model at 244 Almond Dr, Unit Basement in the in the Park Ridge neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Stafford apartment is the Holly *Newly Renovated Homes A Model at Arbor Grove starting at $2,681 with a $1.80 price per square foot in the Park Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Stafford apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 244 Almond Dr, Unit Basement | 244 Almond Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Arbor Grove | Holly *Newly Renovated Homes A | 3BR,2BA | $1.80 |
| The Village at England Run Townhomes | 3 Beds 2 Baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| England Run North | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| Crescent Pointe Townhomes | 3 BR 2 Bath TH - Accessible | 3BR,2BA | $1.76 |
| Stafford Lakes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Stonegate Apartments | B - The Belmont | 2BR,2BA | $1.77 |
| English Oaks | 2 BR | 2BR,2BA | $1.94 |
| Malvern Lakes | Upgraded w/ Sunroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| The Gardens of Stafford Senior Apartments | SHENANDOAH II | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
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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 Quantico Court which is listed at $1,275, while the average apartment in Stafford costs $2,039.
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 355 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 $701 which is $1,338 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Stafford.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
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