Average Rent in Stafford, VA

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Current Versus Historical Stafford, VA Rents

Stafford rentals average $1,500 for a 1-bedroom rental to $3,150 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,500, or roughly $2 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in April 2025, median rents have risen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $1,517 (-47.89%) year-over-year from $3,167 to $1,650. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $225 (16.36%) year-over-year from $1,375 to $1,600. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $193 (10.87%) year-over-year from $1,779 to $1,973. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $2 (-0.07%) year-over-year from $2,449 to $2,448. 4-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $64 (-1.97%) year-over-year from $3,264 to $3,200. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.

Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone down by 0.00% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 14.31% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 5.25% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 0.65% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 4.35% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Apr 2025 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
1 BR	$0.97	$1,600	$1,375 (16.36%)	$1,142 (40.15%)
2 BR	$1.80	$1,973	$1,779 (10.87%)	$1,550 (27.29%)
3 BR	$1.70	$2,448	$2,449 (-0.07%)	$2,058 (18.91%)
4+ BR	$1.49	$3,200	$3,264 (-1.97%)	$2,700 (18.52%)

Historical Rents in Stafford, VA

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Top Cities Near Stafford

There are a total of 3 cities nearby Stafford. The average rent in Stafford is currently $2,722 per month. Our records show that Alexandria, VA, with an average rent of $2,676, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Stafford, VA is Washington, DC. Monthly rents here are on average $2,741 per month.

Let's compare Stafford, VA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in Stafford, VA is inf% more affordable than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 60.00% more affordable. Two bedrooms in Stafford, VA are about 70.89% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 58.33% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 3 cities near Stafford, VA in the following chart.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Alexandria, VA	$2,000	$2,317	$2,897	$2,676
Arlington, VA	$1,855	$2,599	$3,513	$2,722
Washington, DC	$1,900	$2,400	$3,200	$2,741

Top Neighborhoods Near Stafford

There are a total of 3 neighborhoods in or near Stafford. Some of these neighborhoods include Dupont Circle, Columbia Heights, and Cathedral - Wesley Heights - McLean Gardens. We've included all of these top 3 neighborhoods in or near Stafford, VA in the following chart.

The average rent for these 3 neighborhoods in or near Stafford, VA is currently around $2,848 per month. A total of one neighborhood has a lower average rent. Meaning, only two neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $2,848. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than Stafford's average rent, which is only $2,500. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Stafford, Dupont Circle has the most affordable average rent at $2,490 per month. Whereas, at $3,380 average rent per month, Cathedral - Wesley Heights - McLean Gardens is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Stafford. View the following chart for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Dupont Circle, Washington, DC	$1,876	$2,490	$4,250	$2,490
Columbia Heights, Washington, DC	N/A	$2,000	$3,050	$2,848
Cathedral - Wesley Heights - McLean Gardens, Washington, DC	$2,048	$2,882	$4,623	$3,380

Top Counties Near Stafford

There are a total of 3 counties located by Stafford, VA.

We've listed the top 0 counties in the chart below.

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All

Top Zipcodes Near Stafford

There are a total of 3 zipcodes in or near Stafford, VA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,722.

The following chart includes the top 3 zipcodes in Stafford, VA. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
22201, Arlington, VA	$1,768	$2,610	$3,685	$2,722
22314, Alexandria, VA	N/A	$2,381	$3,233	$2,736
20008, Washington, DC	$1,688	$2,201	$3,413	$2,300

Frequently Asked Questions - Stafford Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Stafford, VA?

The average monthly rental price for Stafford, VA apartments for rent is approximately $2,500. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do Stafford, VA rent prices drop in winter?

Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in Stafford, VA.

How much is a studio apartment in Stafford, VA?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $0 and an average price per square feet of $0.00. There are a total of 0 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in Stafford.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in Stafford, VA?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,500 and an average price per square feet of $0.97. There are a total of 2 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Stafford.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in Stafford, VA?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $1,873 and an average price per square feet of $1.80. There are a total of 8 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Stafford.

How have rent prices in Stafford, VA changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in Stafford, VA can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.48%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.16%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.11%, and three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.00% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in Stafford, VA?

A reasonable rent price in Stafford, VA is around $2,000/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.