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Stafford, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Stafford, VA

Pricing Updated: 05/01/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Stafford, VA area range in price from $950 to $4,388 with an overall median price of $3,161. The three Stafford neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Aquia Harbour at $1,579, Biscoe at $950, and Brentsmill Estates at $1,550. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Stafford Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Aquia Harbour$2,680$1,57925
Biscoe$2,680$95018
Brentsmill Estates$2,680$1,55043
Cresent Pointe$2,680$1,5796
Glenwood Forest$2,680$1,42514
Hampton Oaks$2,680$1,57925
Orchard Glen$2,680$1,57928
Stallings$2,680$1,57915
Summerwind$2,680$1,57914
Youngstead$2,680$1,57915

Cheapest Available Stafford Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Stafford, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at East Gate Apartments in the South Riding Station neighborhood priced from $1,300. The Commons at Cowan Boulevard in the Chatham Landing neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,371. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Stafford apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
East Gate Apartments1 BR1BR,1BA$1,300
The Commons at Cowan Boulevard2C2BR,1BA$1,371
Ultris Courthouse SquareThe Jefferson1BR,1BA$1,484

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Stafford, VA

As of May 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Stafford area is the $1.37 price per square foot C1 Model at England Run North Apartments in the in the Sherwood Estates neighborhood starting from $1,744. The second greatest value Stafford apartment is the The Augustine Model at Stonegate Apartments starting at $1,684 with a $1.49 price per square foot in the Orchard Glen neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Stafford apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
England Run North ApartmentsC13BR,2BA$1.37
Stonegate ApartmentsThe Augustine3BR,2BA$1.49
AquiaTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.90
Arbor GroveCypress3BR,1BA$1.79
Shenandoah StationTwo Bedroom Classic2BR,2BA$1.79
The Pointe at Stafford Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom 2 Bath - 950 sqft2BR,2BA$2.16
Kensington CrossingWillow2BR,1BA$1.86
Linden Park Apartments3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath3BR,1.5BA$2.01
Gardens Of Stafford Senior Apartment HomesRapidan II2BR,1BA$1.83
Malvern Lakes1 Bed 1 Bath Renovated - A1R1BR,1BA$2.00

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Frequently Asked Questions about Stafford

What type of rentals are currently available in Stafford?

There are currently 55 Apartments for Rent in Stafford, VA with pricing that ranges from $1,290 to $4,500. There are also 55 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Stafford ranging from $775 to $5,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Stafford?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Stafford ranges from $775 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,827.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Stafford?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Stafford range from $1,700 to $4,388, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,945 to $3,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,016.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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