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Prince George, VA Area Guide

Relish a small-town atmosphere with convenience to bigger cities

Rural Suburban Scenic Lush Historic Peaceful Secluded Diverse Quiet Convenient

Prince George is a pastoral suburb situated just 30 minutes’ driving distance from Richmond, Virginia’s capital city. Known for its peaceful seclusion, Prince George offers residents a tranquil reprieve from the bustle of city life. However, big-city amenities are just minutes away from Prince George, which boasts close proximity to the Tri-Cities as well as Fort Lee.

Outdoor recreation abounds near Prince George, with nearby access to the Appomattox River, the James River, and the James River National Wildlife Refuge. Prince George exudes a small-town atmosphere, hosting local events such as the Pork Butt Festival and the Prince George Farmers’ Market. Commuting and traveling from Prince George is easy with access to I-295 in addition to the nearby I-85 and I-95.

Rent Trends

As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Prince George, VA is $1,558 for one bedroom, $1,510 for two bedrooms, and $1,676 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Prince George has decreased by -5.4% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,558/month
740 Sq Ft
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Getting Around

Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Prince George, VA is for everyday living.

Car-Dependent

24 / 100

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

Somewhat Bikeable

32 / 100

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

L.L. Beazley Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

North Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

William A. Walton Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

Prince George High

Public

Grades 9-12

Points of Interest

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.