Cheap Apartments for Rent in Washington, VA from $500 (41 Rentals)

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Rush River Commons
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Rush River Commons

17 Leggett LaneWashington, VA 22747
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Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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Dominion Apartments
$1,100 - $1,945
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$1,100 - $1,945
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$1,100 - $1,945
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Dominion Apartments

1104 Sunshine DrCulpeper, VA 22701
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Fay Street Apartments
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$1,222 - $1,952
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$1,195 - $1,925
Required Monthly Fees
$27
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$1,222 - $1,952
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Fay Street Apartments

121 Fay StWinchester, VA 22602
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Blue Ridge Apartments
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$1,420 - $1,810
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$1,375 - $1,765
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Blue Ridge Apartments

2260 Wilson BlvdWinchester, VA 22601
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The Aspens Apartments
$1,666 - $2,000
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$1,666 - $2,000
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$1,666 - $2,000
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 10

The Aspens Apartments

6337 Village Center DrBealeton, VA 22712
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67 Willow Lake Ln
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

67 Willow Lake Ln

67 Willow Lake LnBluemont, VA 20135
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property at 106 Chester St

$1,100

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$1,100
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$1,100

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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106 Chester St

Front RoyalVA22630
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127 Chester St
2 Bedroom Apartments

127 Chester St

127 Chester StFront Royal, VA 22630

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The Olive Branch
Studio Apartments

The Olive Branch

416 S Royal AveFront Royal, VA 22630
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property at 165 Baker Dr

$1,625

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$1,625
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$1,625

3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jul 8

165 Baker Dr

LurayVA22835
property at 1013 Terrace St

$1,645

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$1,645
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$1,645

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jul 25

1013 Terrace St

CulpeperVA22701
property at 254 Baker Dr

$1,649

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$1,649
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$1,649

3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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254 Baker Dr

LurayVA22835
property at 414 Spring St

$1,650

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$1,650
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$1,650

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 7

414 Spring St

CulpeperVA22701
property at 665 Highview Ct

$1,650

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$1,650
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$1,650

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome for Rent

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665 Highview Ct

CulpeperVA22701
property at 624 Highview Ct

$1,695

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$1,695
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$1,695

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624 Highview Ct

CulpeperVA22701
property at 183 Caterpillar Dr

$1,750

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$1,750
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$1,750

3 Bedroom, 3 Bath Townhome for Rent

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183 Caterpillar Dr

LurayVA22835

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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property at 510 Sperryville Pike

$1,800

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$1,800
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$1,800

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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510 Sperryville Pike

CulpeperVA22701
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Washington, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Washington Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Washington, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Brookfield Corporate Apartments in the Kernstown neighborhood priced from $500. Round Hill Meadows has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,085. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Washington apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Brookfield Corporate ApartmentsWEEKLY RATE - ONE BEDROOM1BR,1BA$500
Round Hill MeadowsThe Rapidan2BR,2BA$1,085
Dominion ApartmentsOne bedroom1BR,1BA$1,100
Shenandoah Commons2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1BA$1,170
Skyline Vista ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,250
Blue Ridge Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath Woodstock - Reno2BR,1BA$1,420
Woodscape ApartmentsGarden2BR,1BA$1,450
Preston Place2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,2BA$1,469
Madison Village Apartments (Winchester)1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,550
TASKER2 BEDROOM 2 BATH with DEN3BR,2BA$1,675

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Washington, VA and Nearby

As of July 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Washington area is the $1.65 price per square foot Hollingsworth Model at The Lofts at Jubal Square in the in the Park Place neighborhood starting from $2,393. The second greatest value Washington apartment is the The Lexington (Greens) Model at Northridge Apartments starting at $1,815 with a $1.42 price per square foot in the Lake View of Culpeper neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Washington apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Lofts at Jubal SquareHollingsworth3BR,2BA$1.65
Northridge ApartmentsThe Lexington (Greens)3BR,2BA$1.42
TASKER2 BEDROOM 2 BATH with DEN3BR,2BA$1.42
CEDAR HILL APARTMENTS2 BEDROOM 2 BATH with DEN3BR,2BA$1.52
Round Hill MeadowsThe Rapidan2BR,2BA$1.03
Preston Place2 Bedroom Apartment2BR,2BA$1.47
Skyline Vista ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.36
Woodscape ApartmentsGarden2BR,1BA$1.61
Shenandoah Commons2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.34
Brookfield Corporate ApartmentsWEEKLY RATE - ONE BEDROOM1BR,1BA$0.74

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Washington Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Washington Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Washington Apartment is $500 at Brookfield Corporate Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Washington Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Washington is starting from $550 at Brookfield Corporate Apartments.

What is the most affordable Washington Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Washington Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Round Hill Meadows and starts from $1,258.

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