Last updated May 29, 2026
Average Rent in Virginia (2026)
Average rent across Virginia is $2,312/mo as of May 2026, based on 1,047 units tracked daily across 11 cities and 78 apartment communities. Rents are down $140 (6.1%) compared to 30 days ago. Prices range from $695 to $8,185.
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Virginia Rent by City
Cities ranked by tracked inventory depth, biggest first. Prices come from our proprietary data sourcing, refreshed daily.
| City | Avg Rent | 30d Change | Units | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arlington | $3,098 | -$153 | 255 | $1,892 |
| Alexandria | $2,789 | -$143 | 186 | $1,868 |
| Roanoke | $1,494 | -$35 | 139 | $900 |
| Richmond | $2,036 | +$2 | 116 | $1,095 |
| Virginia Beach | $2,072 | -$78 | 105 | $1,368 |
| Hampton | $1,858 | +$92 | 105 | $1,163 |
| Chesapeake | $2,122 | +$22 | 52 | $1,588 |
| Norfolk | $1,983 | +$174 | 38 | $1,140 |
| Lynchburg | $1,211 | -$78 | 27 | $695 |
| Newport News | $1,418 | -$244 | 17 | $885 |
| Suffolk | $1,742 | -$2 | 6 | $1,595 |
Which Virginia Cities Are Getting Cheaper?
30-day percent change in asking rent across Virginia cities. Green bars dropped, red bars rose. Showing the 11 biggest movers.
Rent by Bedroom Type
Average rent in Virginia broken down by apartment size. Only bedroom buckets with 100+ tracked units are shown so every row is backed by meaningful sample size.
| Type | Avg Rent | From | Up To | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $2,128 | $695 | $4,502 | 566 |
| 2 Bedroom | $2,641 | $795 | $8,185 | 355 |
3 bedroom buckets hidden with fewer than 100 tracked units.
Virginia Rent Trend Over Time
Average rent trend across all tracked Virginia apartments.
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What is the average rent in Virginia?
The average rent in Virginia is $2,312 per month as of May 2026, based on 1,047 units tracked across 11 cities.
Which Virginia city has the cheapest rent?
Suffolk has the lowest average rent in Virginia at $1,742 per month, with units starting from $1,595.
Are rents going up or down in Virginia?
Rents in Virginia have decreased by $140 (6.1%) over the last 30 days.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Virginia?
The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Virginia is $2,128 per month, with 566 units available.
What is the most expensive city in Virginia?
Arlington is the most expensive city in Virginia with an average rent of $3,098 per month.
How many apartments are available in Virginia?
We track 1,047 individual units across 78 apartment communities in 11 Virginia cities. Prices are updated daily.
What is the average rent for a studio in Virginia?
Studio data is currently being collected.
How often are Virginia rent prices updated?
Our proprietary data sourcing refreshes real asking prices every morning. All Virginia rent data is updated daily, giving you the most current pricing available.