
Cheap Apartments for Rent in The Plains, VA from $1,000 (37 Rentals)
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The Oaks - Senior 55 & Older

The Linden Senior Residences

Forest Glen Senior Apartments-62 & Older

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Westgate Apts & Townhouses LP

Ashton Glen Apartments

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The Devon at South Riding

Somerset Pointe

The Regency Apartment Homes
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TGM Moorefield

TGM Sudley Crossing

Orchard Glen Apartments

Westfield Village

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Ravens Crest

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Barrington Apartments

TGM Ridge

Woodburn Apartments

Soldiers Ridge Apartments
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Broadlands Apartments

Amberton Apartments

Reserve at Regency Park

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Preserve at Westfields

TGM Bull Run

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Lee Overlook Apartments

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Abberly Avera Apartment Homes

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The William

Elms Arcola
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67 Willow Lake Ln

79 Horner St

Poland Hill Senior Apartments 55+

10496 Neale Sound Ct

37905 Snickersville Turnpike

8200 Buckland Mill Rd

14105 Murphy Terrace

24060 New Mountain Rd

46 Quarterpole Ct
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28 Main St
The Plains, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in The Plains?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Plains Studio Apartments | $2,536 | $1,735 | $4,210 |
| The Plains 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,334 | $1,250 | $5,874 |
| The Plains 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,576 | $1,400 | $6,267 |
| The Plains 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,461 | $2,165 | $5,370 |
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Cheapest Available The Plains Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in The Plains, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Forest Glen Senior Apartments-62 & Older in the Cedar Crest neighborhood priced from $1,540. Westgate Apts & Townhouses LP in the Katies Grove neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable The Plains apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Glen Senior Apartments-62 & Older | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,540 |
| Westgate Apts & Townhouses LP | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| Somerset Pointe | The Morgan | 1BR,1BA | $1,756 |
| TGM Moorefield | A2 1x1 Albright 2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,799 |
| The Regency Apartment Homes | 2 BR with Fireplace | 2BR,2BA | $1,799 |
| TGM Sudley Crossing | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,799 |
| Orchard Glen Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Flat | 2BR,1BA | $1,840 |
| Westfield Village | COOPER | 1BR,1BA | $1,844 |
| Ravens Crest | Beauregard Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1,851 |
| Barrington Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,899 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Plains, VA and Nearby
As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the The Plains area is the $2.05 price per square foot C1 Brigadier Model at TGM Bull Run in the in the Chatsworth Village neighborhood starting from $2,699. The second greatest value The Plains apartment is the Cameron-1 w/Sunroom- Elevator Model at Elms Arcola starting at $2,393 with a $1.92 price per square foot in the Outer Greenway Dulles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for The Plains apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| TGM Bull Run | C1 Brigadier | 3BR,2BA | $2.05 |
| Elms Arcola | Cameron-1 w/Sunroom- Elevator | 2BR,2BA | $1.92 |
| Orchard Glen Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Townhouse | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| Lee Overlook Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.93 |
| Reserve at Regency Park | Kensington | 2BR,2BA | $2.14 |
| The Regency Apartment Homes | 2 BR with Fireplace | 2BR,2BA | $1.76 |
| Soldiers Ridge Apartments | The Crest | 2BR,2BA | $1.98 |
| Amberton Apartments | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.19 |
| Woodburn Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom 60% Phase I | 2BR,2BA | $2.05 |
| Somerset Pointe | The Morgan | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap The Plains Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom The Plains Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom The Plains Apartment is $1,540 at Forest Glen Senior Apartments-62 & Older.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom The Plains Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in The Plains is starting from $1,799 at The Regency Apartment Homes.
What is the most affordable The Plains Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap The Plains Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Woodburn Apartments and starts from $2,350.
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