Abberly Waterstone Apartment Homes
140 Abberly Dr,
Stafford, VA 22554
1-3 Beds | $1,851 - $5,905
Rental Market Trends in Stafford, VA
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Stafford, VA is $1,780/month.
Rent in Stafford is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,665/month.
$1,780/month
Average Rent
747 Sq Ft
Average Size
+0.2%
Change / Year
208
Available Apartments
Stafford rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Stafford average per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Stafford average $1,780 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Stafford average $2,077 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Stafford average $2,149 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Stafford, VA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 0.2%, which averages out to $5 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Stafford, VA
September 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
0%
$700 - $1,000/month
11%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
44%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
44%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Stafford?
Based on current rent prices, Aquia Harbour is the most affordable neighborhood in Stafford.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Stafford?
Based on current rent prices, Aquia Harbour is the most expensive neighborhood in Stafford.
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Which Stafford neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhood in Stafford with the most apartments available is Aquia Harbour .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Stafford, VA?
Because the average rent in Stafford is $1,780, you’ll want to make about $5,933 per month or $71,196 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.
How does Stafford, VA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Stafford, 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.
View the Stafford Area GuideStudio
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One Bedroom
$1,771/month
$1,771/month
Two Bedroom
$1,962/month
$1,962/month
Three Bedroom
$2,253/month
$2,253/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Stafford?
The average rent in Stafford is $1,780 per month, which is 6.9% higher than the national average of $1,665.
What is the average rent for a house in Stafford?
The average rent for a house in Stafford, VA is $2,752 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Stafford?
Rents in Stafford, VA are increasing, with prices up 0.2% year-over-year and $5 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Stafford?
In Stafford, VA, 44% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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.