
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Potomac Lakes Neighborhood of Sterling, VA from $1,428 (18 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Potomac Lakes area of Sterling.


Cascades Village (55+)

Lerner Remington

Lerner Parc Dulles

Cascades Overlook

Lerner Windmill Parc
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Potomac Lakes, Sterling, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Potomac Lakes?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Potomac Lakes Studio Apartments | $2,729 | $2,729 | $2,729 |
| Potomac Lakes 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,973 | $1,550 | $2,600 |
| Potomac Lakes 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,659 | $1,948 | $5,385 |
| Potomac Lakes 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,178 | $2,443 | $4,037 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Potomac Lakes Neighborhood of Sterling, VA.
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Cheapest Available Potomac Lakes Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Potomac Lakes area of Sterling, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Cascades Village (55+) priced from $1,550. Lerner Remington has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,813. Here are the most affordable Potomac Lakes apartments for rent in Sterling, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cascades Village (55+) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Lerner Remington | Jacob | 1BR,1BA | $1,813 |
| Cascades Overlook | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,937 |
| Lerner Windmill Parc | Rosemary | 1BR,1BA | $2,013 |
| Lerner Parc Dulles | Yellowstone - Den | 1BR,1BA | $2,023 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Potomac Lakes, VA
As of September 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Potomac Lakes area is the $2.73 price per square foot A Model at Pax Place at Cascades in the in the Sterling Park neighborhood starting from $3,299. The second greatest value Potomac Lakes apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Acclaim at Sterling starting at $2,112 with a $2.36 price per square foot in the Sterling Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Potomac Lakes apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pax Place at Cascades | A | 2BR,2BA | $2.73 |
| Acclaim at Sterling | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.36 |
| Potomac Garden Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| Cascades Village (55+) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Cascades Overlook | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| Lerner Remington | Jacob | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| Lerner Windmill Parc | Rosemary | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| Lerner Parc Dulles | Monocacy - w/ Attached Garage | 1BR,1BA | $3.18 |
| Village at Potomac Falls Apartment Homes | One Bedroom-710 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
| Commons on Potomac Square | Arlington | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Potomac Lakes Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Potomac Lakes?
The cheapest apartment in Potomac Lakes is Cascades Village (55+) which is listed at $1,550, while the average apartment in Potomac Lakes costs $2,347.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Potomac Lakes?
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 19 regular apartments in Potomac Lakes 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 Potomac Lakes?
Cheap apartments in Potomac Lakes have an average cost of $377 which is $1,970 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Potomac Lakes.
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