AI-Scored Rankings • Updated 2026-04-03

Best Apartments in Fredericksburg, VA — Scored by AI

ListWise scores every Fredericksburg neighborhood on safety, walkability, schools, commute time, and rental value. See which areas actually match your lifestyle — not just what's cheapest.

$1,600/mo
Median Rent
29,036
Population
8
Neighborhoods Scored
Mary Washington Healthcare
Top Employer
Local Insights

Why Fredericksburg? What Renters Need to Know

Fredericksburg's cost of living is about 10% above the national average. Median rent is around $1,600/month.

Quick Facts

Population 29,036
Median Rent $1,600/mo
Top Employer Mary Washington Healthcare
Neighborhoods 8 scored by AI
Rent vs. National$1,600 vs $1,500 national median

Rent Comparison

Fredericksburg median rent is $100 above the national median of $1,500/mo.

Largest Employer

The largest employer in Fredericksburg is Mary Washington Healthcare, making the Downtown Fredericksburg area and nearby neighborhoods popular for commuters looking to minimize travel time.

Top Neighborhoods

Top Neighborhoods in Fredericksburg

Ranked by ListWise's composite AI score. Top 3 shown free — unlock all 8 for the full picture.

#1

Downtown Fredericksburg

Score: 85/100
Safety A-
Walk Score 78
Avg Rent $1,700
Schools 7/10
#2

Spotsylvania

Score: 83/100
Safety A
Walk Score 25
Avg Rent $1,600
Schools 8/10
#3

Chancellor

Score: 81/100
Safety A+
Walk Score 22
Avg Rent $1,550
Schools 8/10

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#4

Mine Road

Score: 79/100
Safety A-
Walk Score 28
Avg Rent $1,500
Schools 7/10
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#5

Stafford

Score: 78/100
Safety A
Walk Score 22
Avg Rent $1,650
Schools 8/10
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#6

Central Park

Score: 76/100
Safety A-
Walk Score 35
Avg Rent $1,550
Schools 7/10
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#7

Lee Hill

Score: 74/100
Safety A+
Walk Score 15
Avg Rent $1,500
Schools 8/10
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#8

Massaponax

Score: 72/100
Safety A
Walk Score 20
Avg Rent $1,450
Schools 7/10
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How ListWise Scores Fredericksburg Apartments

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FAQ

Frequently Asked About Fredericksburg

What is the cost of living in Fredericksburg?

Fredericksburg's cost of living is about 10% above the national average. Median rent is around $1,600/month. Cheaper than NoVA but prices are rising.

Is Fredericksburg a good DC commuter town?

Yes. Fredericksburg is 50 miles south of DC with VRE commuter rail service. Many residents work in DC or Quantico Marine Corps Base.

What are the best neighborhoods?

Historic Downtown is walkable and charming. Chancellor and Lee Hill have top schools. Stafford is popular with military families.

What is there to do?

Civil War battlefields, historic downtown with shops and restaurants, Rappahannock River, wineries, and a thriving arts community.

How is the job market?

Quantico Marine Corps Base, defense contractors, Mary Washington Healthcare, and UMW. Many commute to DC or Northern Virginia.

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