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Rental Market Trends in Lorton, VA

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Lorton, VA is $1,995/month.

Rent in Lorton is 20% higher than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.

$1,995/month

Average Rent

768 Sq Ft

Average Size

+1.8%

Change / Year

206

Available Apartments

Lorton rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Lorton average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Lorton average $1,995 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Lorton average $2,401 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Lorton average $2,937 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,995/month
768 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,401/month
1,071 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,937/month
1,306 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$4,500/month
3,925 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,314/month
551 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,206/month
1,182 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Lorton, VA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 1.8%, which averages out to $35 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Lorton, VA

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

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

Because the average rent in Lorton is $1,995, you’ll want to make about $6,650 per month or $79,800 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

Lorton, VA

206 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Lorton, 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 Averages

Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

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    Fort Belvoir

    Avg Rent: $1,930/month

  • Woodbridge

    Woodbridge

    Avg Rent: $1,914/month

Apartment Communities in Lorton We Think You'll Love

Liberty Crest Apartments

Liberty Crest Apartments

9380 Quadrangle St,
Lorton, VA 22079

1-2 Beds | $1,450 - $2,585

Vista Laurel Highlands

Vista Laurel Highlands

8141 McCauley Way,
Lorton, VA 22079

1-3 Beds | $2,092 - $3,254

Rivergate

Rivergate

13175 Marina Way,
Woodbridge, VA 22191

1-3 Beds | $1,997 - $2,604

Woodside Apartments

Woodside Apartments

7525 Woodside Ln,
Lorton, VA 22079

1-3 Beds | $2,068 - $3,138

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Lorton?

The average rent in Lorton is $1,995 per month, which is 19.9% higher than the national average of $1,664.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Lorton?

The average rent for a townhome in Lorton, VA is $2,314 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Lorton?

Rents in Lorton, VA are increasing, with prices up 1.8% year-over-year and $35 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Lorton?

In Lorton, VA, 100% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Virginia Lorton 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 September 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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