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Rental Market Trends in Gloucester, VA

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Gloucester, VA is $1,195/month.

Rent in Gloucester is 28% lower than the national average rent of $1,662/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,195/month

Average Rent

607 Sq Ft

Average Size

+14.7%

Change / Year

5

Available Apartments

Gloucester rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Gloucester average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Gloucester average $1,195 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Gloucester average per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Gloucester average or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,195/month
607 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Gloucester, VA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 14.7%, which averages out to $177 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Gloucester, VA

July 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Gloucester, VA
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
100% $1,001 - $1,500/month
0% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Gloucester, VA?

Because the average rent in Gloucester is $1,195, you’ll want to make about $3,983 per month or $47,796 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

Gloucester, VA

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How does Gloucester, VA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Gloucester, VA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Communities in Gloucester We Think You'll Love

6661 Cedar Lake Dr

6661 Cedar Lake Dr

6661 Cedar Lake Dr,
Gloucester, VA 23061

1 Bed | $1,200

6832 Motley Landing Dr

6832 Motley Landing Dr

6832 Motley Landing Dr,
Gloucester, VA 23061

3 Beds | $2,350

5992 Ware Point Rd

5992 Ware Point Rd

5992 Ware Point Rd,
Gloucester, VA 23061

2 Beds | $1,500

6096 Coke Ln

6096 Coke Ln

6096 Coke Ln,
Hayes, VA 23072

3 Beds | $2,200

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Gloucester?

The average rent in Gloucester is $1,195 per month, which is 28.1% lower than the national average of $1,662.

Are rents going up or down in Gloucester?

Rents in Gloucester, VA are increasing, with prices up 14.7% year-over-year and $177 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Gloucester?

In Gloucester, VA, 100% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Virginia Gloucester Rental Trends

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 June 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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