
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Richland Forest Neighborhood of Sterling, VA from $1,300 (20 Rentals)
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Cascades Village (55+)

Cascades Overlook

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Chase Heritage

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Kings Reserve Sterling 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes

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Commons on Potomac Square

20360 Stillhouse Branch Pl

Village at Potomac Falls Apartment Homes

21968 Box Car Square, Unit Private Pad - Furnished - Utilities Included, Unit Private Pad - Furnished - Utilities Included

Reserve at Town Center

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12037 Stuart Ridge Dr

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20926 Cheyenne Terrace, Unit 1A, Unit 1A
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1405 Rock Ridge Ct, Unit Basement apartment, Unit Basement apartment

1108 Shaker Woods Rd
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 | $2,354 | $1,950 | $2,759 |
| Richland Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,969 | $1,550 | $2,499 |
| Richland Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,464 | $2,092 | $3,331 |
| Richland Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,298 | $2,698 | $3,931 |
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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 Cascades Village (55+) priced from $1,550. Cascades Overlook has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,699. Here are the most affordable Richland Forest 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 |
| Cascades Overlook | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
| Muirfield Woods Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,925 |
| Village at Potomac Falls Apartment Homes | One Bedroom-555 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2,010 |
| Commons on Potomac Square | Arlington | 1BR,1BA | $2,023 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Richland Forest, VA
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Richland Forest area is the $2.51 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Den Townhome Model at City Center Townes in the in the Sterling Park neighborhood starting from $3,365. The second greatest value Richland Forest apartment is the A Model at Pax Place at Cascades starting at $3,241 with a $2.68 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 | 2 Bedroom Den Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.51 |
| Pax Place at Cascades | A | 2BR,2BA | $2.68 |
| Reserve at Town Center | HICKORY | 2BR,2BA | $2.40 |
| Potomac Garden Apartments | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $2.54 |
| 1405 Rock Ridge Ct, Unit Basement apartment | 1405 Rock Ridge Ct | Studio ,1BA | $2.01 |
| Cascades Overlook | A1D | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Chase Heritage | 1x1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| Lerner Remington | Lauren | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| Cascades Village (55+) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| 20926 Cheyenne Terrace, Unit 1A | 20926 Cheyenne Terrace | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
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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 Cascades Village (55+) which is listed at $1,550, while the average apartment in Richland Forest costs $3,366.
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 8 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 $337 which is $3,029 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Richland Forest.
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