How much does it cost to rent in Centreville, VA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Centreville, VA is $2,424. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Centreville cheaper than other Virginia cities?

Centreville is one of the pricier cities in Virginia, ranking #24 out of 83 cities tracked at $2,424/mo.

When was Centreville rent data last updated?

Centreville rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · VA

Centreville

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Pop. 71,706·24th most expensive in Virginia·Rental market data updated monthly for Centreville, VA

Median rent (all units)

$2,424/mo

Year-over-Year

+1.0%

Month-over-Month

+0.4%

vs US Median

+$459

Stable (Monthly)

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Centreville · $2,424

More expensive than 77% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

49/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are right about where Centreville's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent

$2,424/mo

Expected by trend

$2,410/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Centreville's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$2,160

1 BR

$2,205

2 BR

$2,485

3 BR

$3,110

4 BR+

$3,665

Research median

$2,485/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$29,088/yr

At $2,424/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Balanced Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.

Based on rent-price momentum (+1.0% YoY, +0.4% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Centreville, VA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 58.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

71,706

Median income

$139,510

Median age

37.8

Renters

26.8%

Age distribution

21.7%

24.1%

29.6%

13.3%

Under 1821.7%

18–3424.1%

35–5429.6%

55–6413.3%

65+11.4%

Gender

50.9%

49.1%

Male50.9%

Female49.1%

Race & ethnicity

41.2%

19.7%

28.7%

White41.2%

Black7.6%

Hispanic19.7%

Asian28.7%

Other2.8%

Education (25+)

16.2%

19.6%

58.2%

No HS diploma6%

HS diploma16.2%

Some college19.6%

Bachelor's+58.2%

Housing tenure

73.2%

26.8%

Owner73.2%

Renter26.8%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Centreville, VA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,822 → $2,424

up 33.0%

Income

$126,990 → $139,510

up 9.9%

Population

73,064 → 71,706

down 1.9%

Renter share

26.7% → 26.8%

+0.1 pts

Bachelor's+

58% → 58.2%

+0.2 pts

Median age

36.8 → 37.8

+1.0 yrs

Compared with 2021, rent in Centreville, VA has climbed by $602 per month, settling near $2,424 after starting the period at $1,822. Census figures show median household income at $139,510 today, compared with $126,990 five years earlier. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 23.1 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 73,064 to 71,706 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.9% change. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Centreville on your salary?

At $2,424/mo, how Centreville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $96,370/yr · Rent = 30.2% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $68,422/yr · Rent = 42.5% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $78,815/yr · Rent = 36.9% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $140,872/yr · Rent = 20.6% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $179,999/yr · Rent = 16.2% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $64,066/yr · Rent = 45.4% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $57,844/yr · Rent = 50.3% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $71,298/yr · Rent = 40.8% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Centreville rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Centreville. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

Tips for renters in Centreville

About renting in Centreville, VA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Centreville is $2,424/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,160/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,485/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,205/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,110/mo.

At 21% of local median household income ($139,510/yr), Centreville ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 1.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Centreville an affordable city for renters?

Centreville is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,424/mo, rent takes approximately 21% of the local median household income ($139,510/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Centreville falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Centreville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $97,000/year (~$47/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,424/mo in Centreville. The local median household income is $139,510/yr, meaning the typical Centreville household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Centreville?

Rent in Centreville has increased 1.0% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Centreville neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Centreville are 20120 ($2,392/mo), and 20121 ($2,425/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Centreville is $2,424/mo.

How does Centreville rent compare to other cities in Virginia?

Centreville is one of the pricier cities in Virginia for rent, ranking #24 out of 83 tracked cities at $2,424/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Centreville?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Centreville ($2,424/mo): Manassas Park ($2,106/mo), Manassas ($2,200/mo).

What percentage of Centreville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 26.8% of Centreville households are renters, while 73.2% are owner-occupied. Centreville leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Centreville rent compare to the national average?

Centreville's median rent of $2,424/mo is $459 (23%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Virginia, it ranks #24 out of 83 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

21%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,424/mo, rent takes ~21% of Centreville's median household income ($139,510/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Centreville 21%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2–5.75%

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