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Fredericksburg, VA

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A wealth of history sits between Richmond and DC.

Historic Quaint Convenient Commuter

Stretched along the Rappahannock River, Fredericksburg is about halfway between Richmond and Washington, DC. Once home to George Washington’s mother, Mary Washington, and the site of several Civil War battles, Fredericksburg is a history lover’s dream.

History buffs have a lot to explore in Fredericksburg, including the Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park, George Washington’s Ferry Farm, Mary Washington House, Chatham Manor, Kenmore Plantation and Gardens, Hugh Mercer Apothecary Shop, and the James Monroe Museum and Memorial Library.

There are a range of other activities you can partake in, if you choose to rent in Fredericksburg. Shopping opportunities abound in Old Town and the Central Park shopping complex. Outdoor adventures await at city parks such as Alum Spring Park and Old Mill Park as well as the Rappahannock River. Tastings are offered at area wineries like Hartwood Winery, Lake Anna Winery, Potomac Point Winery, and Mattaponi Winery. The Riverside Center Dinner Theater regularly hosts Broadway performances as well.

Accessible to I-95, Jefferson Davis Highway, and a local Amtrak station, Fredericksburg offers simple commutes and travels.

Explore the City

The Rappahannock River through the trees

Fredericksburg played an important role in American history

Rent Trends

As of April 2025, the average apartment rent in Fredericksburg, VA is $1,269 for a studio, $1,715 for one bedroom, $1,964 for two bedrooms, and $2,337 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Fredericksburg has decreased by -1.1% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,715/month
750 Sq Ft
House
$2,802/month
1,611 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,719/month
894 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,350/month
1,010 Sq Ft
See Rental Market Trends in Fredericksburg, VA

Transportation

43

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

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

40

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

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

Chancellor Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

456 Students

8
out of 10

Cedar Forest Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

811 Students

7
out of 10

Rocky Run Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

850 Students

6
out of 10

Harrison Road Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

723 Students

6
out of 10

Salem Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

616 Students

5
out of 10

T. Benton Gayle Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

899 Students

4
out of 10

Donald B. Dixon-Lyle R. Smith Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

894 Students

4
out of 10

Battlefield Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

791 Students

4
out of 10

Freedom Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

777 Students

4
out of 10

Chancellor Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

854 Students

3
out of 10

Riverbend High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,995 Students

6
out of 10

Stafford Sr. High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,117 Students

3
out of 10

Massaponax High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,736 Students

3
out of 10

Chancellor High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,397 Students

3
out of 10

James Monroe High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,002 Students

2
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Fredericksburg National Cemetery
  • Green Springs
  • Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park

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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 2025.