Studio Apartment Rent in Winchester, VA
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in Winchester, Virginia as of October 2026. That's +35% lower than the citywide median of $1,768 and +10% below the national studio median of $1,290.
Income needed for a studio in Winchester
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a studio at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Winchester
Compare Winchester's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a studio in Virginia
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Danville | $630 |
| 2 | Martinsville | $700 |
| 3 | Bristol | $780 |
| 4 | Madison Heights | $880 |
| 5 | Roanoke | $883 |
| 6 | Christiansburg | $900 |
| 7 | Radford | $900 |
| 8 | Salem | $960 |
| 9 | Front Royal | $970 |
| 10 | Blacksburg | $990 |
| 11 | Waynesboro | $1,060 |
| 12 | Lynchburg | $1,100 |
| 13 | Harrisonburg | $1,120 |
| 14 | Staunton | $1,120 |
| 15 | Culpeper | $1,130 |
Most expensive cities for a studio in Virginia
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Great Falls | $3,020 |
| 2 | Aldie | $2,720 |
| 3 | Gainesville | $2,670 |
| 4 | Burke | $2,560 |
| 5 | Vienna | $2,547 |
| 6 | Springfield | $2,490 |
| 7 | Chantilly | $2,440 |
| 8 | Arlington | $2,433 |
| 9 | Lorton | $2,430 |
| 10 | Oakton | $2,350 |
| 11 | Fairfax | $2,350 |
| 12 | Ashburn | $2,350 |
| 13 | Sterling | $2,257 |
| 14 | Alexandria | $2,249 |
| 15 | McLean | $2,213 |
Nearby cities — studio rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper studio rents than Winchester.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs Winchester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stephens City, VA | 6.4 mi | $1,210 | +$55 (+5%) |
| Front Royal, VA | 16.2 mi | $970 | $-185 (-16%) |
| Martinsburg, WV | 28.5 mi | $847 | $-308 (-27%) |
| Falling Waters, WV | 36.8 mi | $820 | $-335 (-29%) |
| Warrenton, VA | 41.1 mi | $1,590 | +$435 (+38%) |
| Leesburg, VA | 45.3 mi | $2,000 | +$845 (+73%) |
| Aldie, VA | 45.5 mi | $2,720 | +$1,565 (+135%) |
| Hagerstown, MD | 46.7 mi | $820 | $-335 (-29%) |
| Cumberland, MD | 49.3 mi | $680 | $-475 (-41%) |
| Chantilly, VA | 54.9 mi | $2,440 | +$1,285 (+111%) |
| Frederick, MD | 59.4 mi | $1,883 | +$728 (+63%) |
| Manassas Park, VA | 60.7 mi | $1,908 | +$753 (+65%) |
Studio rent in Winchester — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in Winchester?
As of October 2026, the median studio apartment rent in Winchester, Virginia is $1,155 per month. This is +35% below the citywide median of $1,768.
What income do you need to afford a studio in Winchester?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $46,200 ($3,850/month gross), which works out to roughly $22.21/hour at a full-time job.
Is Winchester expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
Winchester's studio median of $1,155 is +10% below the national studio median of $1,290. It ranks in the 39th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Winchester rank for studio rent in Virginia?
Among the 76 cities in Virginia with studio data, Winchester ranks #17 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near Winchester?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include Front Royal ($970), Martinsburg ($847), Falling Waters ($820).