
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Potomac Lakes Neighborhood of Sterling, VA from $1,300 (6 Rentals)
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The Brixton at Loudoun

46181 Woodpecker Sq
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Potomac Lakes, Sterling, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Potomac Lakes?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Potomac Lakes Studio Apartments | $2,039 | $2,039 | $2,039 |
Potomac Lakes 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,740 | $1,743 | $7,651 |
Potomac Lakes 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,668 | $1,722 | $9,554 |
Potomac Lakes 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,271 | $2,692 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 6 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Potomac Lakes Neighborhood of Sterling, VA.
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Cheapest Available Potomac Lakes Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Potomac Lakes area of Sterling, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at Cascade Village priced from $1,722. The Brixton at Loudoun has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,818. Here are the most affordable Potomac Lakes apartments for rent in Sterling, VA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Cascade Village | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,722 |
The Brixton at Loudoun | The Onyx | 1BR,1BA | $1,818 |
Muirfield Woods Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Potomac Lakes, VA
As of May 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Potomac Lakes area is the $2.46 price per square foot Remodel 2 bedroom 2 bath Model at Potomac Garden Apartments in the in the Sterling Park neighborhood starting from $2,485. The second greatest value Potomac Lakes apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at Cascade Village starting at $1,743 with a $2.32 price per square foot in the Sterling Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Potomac Lakes apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Potomac Garden Apartments | Remodel 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.46 |
Cascade Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
Cascades Overlook | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
Muirfield Woods Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
Village at Potomac Falls Apartment Homes | One Bedroom-555 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
The Brixton at Loudoun | The Onyx | 1BR,1BA | $3.46 |
Furnished Studio-Washington, D.C. - Sterling | Furnished Studio-Washington, D.C. - Sterling | Studio ,1BA | $6.80 |
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Pet Friendly LifestylePotomac Lakes, Sterling, VA
Ranked #11
Among neighborhoods in Sterling, VA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Potomac Lakes Neighborhood in Sterling, VA
Walk Score®
46 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
43 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Potomac Lakes Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Potomac Lakes?
The cheapest apartment in Potomac Lakes is The Brixton at Loudoun which is listed at $1,889, while the average apartment in Potomac Lakes costs $2,880.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Potomac Lakes?
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 5 regular apartments in Potomac Lakes that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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