
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Washington, VA from $500 (15 Rentals)
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Washington, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Washington?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Washington Studio Apartments | $1,150 | $1,100 | $1,200 |
Washington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,490 | $500 | $2,988 |
Washington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,812 | $550 | $3,458 |
Washington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,883 | $1,137 | $3,627 |
Washington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,944 | $1,489 | $2,400 |
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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. Village of Culpeper in the Lake View of Culpeper neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $637. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Washington apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Brookfield Corporate Apartments | WEEKLY RATE - ONE BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $500 |
Village of Culpeper | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $637 |
67 Willow Lake Ln | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
Fay Street Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,129 |
Moffett Manor Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Washington, VA and Nearby
As of July 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Washington area is the $1.60 price per square foot The Winchester Model at Stuart Hill in the in the Park Place neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Washington apartment is the 2BR Model at Arbors at Culpeper starting at $1,475 with a $1.35 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Stuart Hill | The Winchester | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
Arbors at Culpeper | 2BR | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.35 |
Northridge Apartments | The Woodbridge (Greens) | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
Preston Place - Tax Credit | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
Fay Street Apartments | 3 Beds 2 Baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.53 |
Skyline Vista Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
Shenandoah Commons | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.46 |
Blue Ridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - Reno | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
Moffett Manor Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
Village of Culpeper | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
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Getting Around Washington, VA
Walk Score®
24 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
18 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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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 Fay Street Apartments and starts from $1,530.
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