
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Richland Forest Neighborhood of Sterling, VA from $1,300 (18 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Richland Forest area of Sterling.


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Richland Forest, Sterling, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Richland Forest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Richland Forest Studio Apartments | $2,639 | $2,639 | $2,639 |
| Richland Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,859 | $1,450 | $2,185 |
| Richland Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,322 | $1,879 | $3,330 |
| Richland Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,326 | $2,470 | $4,200 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Richland Forest Neighborhood of Sterling, VA.
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Cheapest Available Richland Forest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Richland Forest area of Sterling, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Lerner Windmill Parc priced from $1,675. Lerner Remington has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,681. Here are the most affordable Richland Forest apartments for rent in Sterling, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lerner Windmill Parc | Buttercup | 1BR,1BA | $1,675 |
| Lerner Remington | Jacob | 1BR,1BA | $1,681 |
| Cascade Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,743 |
| Chase Heritage | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,755 |
| Cascades Overlook | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,794 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Richland Forest, VA
As of December 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Richland Forest area is the $2.23 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Townhome Model at City Center Townes in the in the Sterling Park neighborhood starting from $3,417. The second greatest value Richland Forest apartment is the A Model at Pax Place at Cascades starting at $3,285 with a $2.71 price per square foot in the Sterling Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Richland Forest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| City Center Townes | 3 Bedroom Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.23 |
| Pax Place at Cascades | A | 2BR,2BA | $2.71 |
| Commons at Potomac Square | Braddock | 2BR,2BA | $1.80 |
| Reserve at Town Center | HICKORY | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| Potomac Garden Apartments | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $2.54 |
| Cascade Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| Cascades Overlook | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| Lerner Remington | Jacob | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Chase Heritage | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
| Lerner Windmill Parc | Buttercup | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRichland Forest, Sterling, VA
Ranked #12
Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Richland Forest, Sterling, and the greater Sterling area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Getting Around the Richland Forest Neighborhood in Sterling, VA
Walk Score®
40 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
37 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Richland Forest Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Richland Forest?
The cheapest apartment in Richland Forest is Lerner Windmill Parc which is listed at $1,675, while the average apartment in Richland Forest costs $3,525.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Richland Forest?
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 21 regular apartments in Richland Forest 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 Richland Forest?
Cheap apartments in Richland Forest have an average cost of $416 which is $3,109 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Richland Forest.
Expert Rental Resources
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