
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Darbydale Neighborhood of Woodbridge, VA from $1,200 (19 Rentals)
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Park Landing, A 55+ Community

Dale Forest

Orchard Mills

The Landings at Markhams Grant Apartments

Brightwood Forest
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Aspire at Rippon Landing
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Darbydale, Woodbridge, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Darbydale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Darbydale Studio Apartments | $1,833 | $1,516 | $2,165 |
| Darbydale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,062 | $1,250 | $4,763 |
| Darbydale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,400 | $1,499 | $5,942 |
| Darbydale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,933 | $1,999 | $4,883 |
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There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Darbydale Neighborhood of Woodbridge, VA.
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Cheapest Available Darbydale Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Darbydale area of Washington, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at River Run priced from $1,250. Park Landing, A 55+ Community has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here are the most affordable Darbydale apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Run | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Park Landing, A 55+ Community | 1 Bedroom - Income Limits Apply | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Dale Forest | The Darbydale | 1BR,1BA | $1,523 |
| The Landings at Markhams Grant Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom 60% Phase III | 1BR,1BA | $1,599 |
| Brightwood Forest | The Cloverdale | 1BR,1BA | $1,629 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Darbydale, VA
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Darbydale area is the $1.86 price per square foot 2 Bedroom - Income Limits Apply Model at Park Landing, A 55+ Community in the in the Saratoga Hunt neighborhood starting from $1,875. The second greatest value Darbydale apartment is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Small Model at Aspire at Rippon Landing starting at $2,080 with a $2.66 price per square foot in the River Oaks neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Darbydale apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Landing, A 55+ Community | 2 Bedroom - Income Limits Apply | 2BR,2BA | $1.86 |
| Aspire at Rippon Landing | 1 Bed 1 Bath Small | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| Oasis at Montclair | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| The Landings at Markhams Grant Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom 60% Phase III | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| The Flats at Neabsco | A1M1 HC | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| Orchard Mills | The Hillcrest | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| Avana Stoney Ridge | One Bedroom One Bath (706 SF) | 1BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| Dale Forest | The Cloverdale | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| Brightwood Forest | The Cloverdale | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| River Run | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDarbydale, Woodbridge, VA
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Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Darbydale Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Darbydale?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Darbydale is under $1,919.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Darbydale?
The cheapest apartment in Darbydale is River Run which is listed at $1,250, while the average apartment in Darbydale costs $3,092.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Darbydale?
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 27 regular apartments in Darbydale 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 Darbydale?
Cheap apartments in Darbydale have an average cost of $372 which is $2,720 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Darbydale.
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