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Vista Laurel Highlands

$1,975 – $2,897/mo

  • 1–2 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 649–1,285 sq ft
  • 38 units available
  • Pet friendly
8141 Mccauley Rd, Lorton, VA, 22079

As of October 14, 2026, Vista Laurel Highlands in Lorton, VA has 38 apartments for rent from $1,975 to $2,897/mo. One-bedrooms start at $1,975 and two-bedrooms at $2,500. The average asking rent has fallen 2.8% since April 8, 2026, from $2,470 to $2,400.


Floor plans

Vista Laurel Highlands has 38 units available across 12 floor plans: 6 one-bedroom layouts (649–873 sq ft) and 6 two-bedroom layouts (1,021–1,285 sq ft). Prices checked October 14, 2026.

1 Bed/1 Bath-A2-A7

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 747 – 750 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,975/mo

6 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
3308$1,975747Oct 12
1209$1,985747Oct 12
1211$1,995747Oct 12
2424$2,035750Oct 12
3408$2,271747Oct 12
2214$2,106747Oct 30

1 Bed/1 Bath-A8

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 747 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,985/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1111$1,985747Oct 12
3110$2,022747Dec 9

1 Bed/1 Bath-A1a

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 649 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,000/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1304$2,000649Oct 12

1 Bed/1 Bath-A5

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 784 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,175/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2121$2,199784Oct 12
2403$2,175784Oct 15
2323$2,175784Dec 9

1 Bed/1 Bath Den-A3D-A9-A10

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 859 – 873 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,200/mo

8 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
3116$2,200859Oct 12
3316$2,200859Oct 12
3107$2,325859Oct 12
3207$2,340859Oct 12
1117$2,350859Oct 12
2417$2,350873Oct 12
2226$2,375863Oct 12
2310$2,375863Oct 30

1 Bed/1 Bath-A4a

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 860 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,275/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1116$2,275860Nov 10

2 Bed/2 Bath-B3a

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,221 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,500/mo

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
3219$2,5001,221Oct 12
1313$2,5501,221Oct 12
3417$2,5501,221Oct 12
1120$2,7501,221Oct 12

2 Bed/2 Bath-B2-B5-B7

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,174 – 1,177 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,525/mo

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2404$2,5251,177Oct 12
2232$2,6761,177Oct 12
1315$2,7341,174Oct 22
2230$2,7341,177Dec 8

2 Bed/1 Bath-B1

2 Bedrooms • 1 Bath • 1,021 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,580/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
3313$2,5801,021Oct 12

2 Bed/2 Bath-B3-B8-B9

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,254 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,640/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
3306$2,6401,254Oct 12
3204$2,6751,254Oct 12
1107$2,7751,254Oct 16

2 Bed/2 Bath-B4b

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,285 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,683/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2301$2,7001,285Oct 12
2201$2,8971,285Oct 16
2225$2,6831,285Nov 3

2 Bed/2 Bath-B4

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,234 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,700/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
3118$2,7001,234Oct 12
3218$2,8301,234Oct 16

See all 86 units listed at Vista Laurel Highlands, including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At Vista Laurel Highlands, a one-bedroom starts at about $2,222 a month all-in: $1,975 rent and an estimated $247 for electric, gas, water, internet, and renters insurance. A two-bedroom starts at about $2,816.

All-in from$2,222/mo

Estimates are local averages, not quotes from the property.

Can you afford it?

Most landlords ask for a monthly income of about 3× the rent, so qualifying at Vista Laurel Highlands takes about $71,100 a year for a one-bedroom and $90,000 for a two-bedroom. Keeping the $2,222 all-in month for a one-bedroom within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $103,900 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$2,222/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$103,900/yr

Income to qualify

$71,100/yr

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at Vista Laurel Highlands has ranged from $2,340 to $2,513. The current average is $2,400, down $70 (2.8%) from $2,470 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (174 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

  • Rent

    $1,975 – $2,897/mo
  • Earliest move-in

    Oct 12

Amenities

Vista Laurel Highlands is pet friendly and has garage or covered parking. It lists 41 amenities, including dryer, fitness center, and swimming pool.

  • 3-15 Month Lease-Terms Available

  • Additional Storage Available

  • Business Center

  • Car Wash Area

  • Clubhouse

  • Covered Parking

  • Elevator

  • Fitness Center

  • On-Site Maintenance

  • Outdoor Grill Stations And Picnic Areas

  • Parking Garage

  • Pet Park

  • Recycling

  • Swimming Pool

  • Tv Lounge

  • Wi-Fi In Common Areas

  • Air Conditioning

  • Balcony

  • Ceiling Fan

  • Controlled Access

  • Courtyard

  • Custom Kitchen Cabinets

  • Dishwasher

  • Dryer

  • Fireplace

  • Heat

  • Individual Climate Control

  • In-Sink Disposal

  • Kitchen Island

  • Large Closets

  • Microwave

  • Pantry

  • Patio

  • Private Balcony

  • Private Patio

  • Range

  • Refrigerator

  • Separate Dining Room

  • Walk-In Closet

  • Washer

  • Wheelchair Accessible


Location

8141 Mccauley Rd, Lorton, VA, 22079


Resident reviews

Vista Laurel Highlands has a 4.4 out of 5 rating from more than 200 resident reviews. Residents rate location (4.6) and management (4.5) highest and amenities and shared spaces (4.3) lowest.

4.4 · 200+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management4.5
Maintenance4.4
Amenities and Shared Spaces4.3
Location4.6
Building Quality4.4
Overall100 reviews

Vista Laurel Highlands receives predominantly positive reviews (83%), with residents consistently praising responsive maintenance, helpful leasing staff, spacious apartments, and convenient location near I-95. However, a notable minority (10%) report serious concerns including vehicle theft and break-ins, security vulnerabilities in the garage, package handling issues, and inconsistent management responsiveness. Some residents also cite noise concerns, parking challenges, and occasional maintenance delays.

Management responsiveness and staff professionalism are generally strong, with leasing and maintenance staff frequently praised for helpfulness and quick issue resolution. However, communication gaps have emerged in specific areas—including post-lease email responsiveness, package notification delays, and amenity reservation management—requiring improvement. Security concerns and occasional inconsistencies in policy enforcement have also been noted by some residents.

Maintenance staff are consistently praised for responsiveness, professionalism, and quick resolution of work orders, with most requests addressed within 24 hours or less. The maintenance team is noted as friendly and thorough in handling appliance repairs, HVAC, plumbing, and general repairs. A small number of residents reported delayed repairs or incomplete work on specific issues like appliance repairs and flooring, though these appear to be exceptions rather than the norm.

Residents consistently praise the property's location, security features, and maintenance responsiveness, with many reporting issues resolved within 24 hours. Parking garage noise and management of parking enforcement are recurring concerns, along with occasional issues with package handling and laundry equipment reliability. Amenities including gym, community spaces, and in-unit washer/dryer are well-regarded, though some residents report wear on shared facilities.

The property benefits from a prime Northern Virginia location convenient to major employment centers like Fort Belvoir, Pentagon, and Quantico, as well as proximity to Interstate 95 and nearby shopping. Residents consistently praise the secure parking garage and walkable neighborhood setting. However, some residents report noise from garage operations and trash collection, and note limited walkable dining and entertainment options immediately surrounding the property.

The building offers secure parking and well-maintained common areas with responsive maintenance service, though noise insulation between units is a recurring concern. Elevator availability and garage security have been inconsistent issues for some residents. Overall building condition and finishes are generally satisfactory, with cleanliness standards varying by area and time.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites such as Google and ApartmentRatings. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

Vista Laurel Highlands is car-dependent and not bikeable.

Walking
Car-dependent
Grade F
Biking
Not bikeable
Grade F

Climate and air quality

Air quality near Vista Laurel Highlands was good on 150 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in July (average AQI 75, moderate). Daily highs averaged 90°F in July, the warmest month, and lows averaged 24°F in January, the coldest.

Air quality

150 good-air days

of the past 365

: Moderate, AQI 52

Temperature

90° / 24°

average July high / January low

: 86° high, 63° low

Pollen

Low

Oct 14–18 forecast

Tree: none, grass: none, weed: low

MonthAverage highAverage lowAverage AQIGood-air days
January40°F24°F53 (moderate)15 of 31
February43°F26°F67 (moderate)8 of 28
March64°F40°F51 (moderate)15 of 31
April72°F50°F51 (moderate)14 of 30
May74°F55°F52 (moderate)14 of 31
June86°F66°F55 (moderate)8 of 30
July90°F71°F75 (moderate)3 of 31
August87°F70°F60 (moderate)5 of 31
September80°F64°F52 (moderate)14 of 30
October69°F51°F48 (good)17 of 31
November57°F40°F46 (good)20 of 30
December44°F29°F50 (good)17 of 31
Daily readings from Oct 15, 2025 to Oct 14, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

About this property

When you step into your new home at Vista, you find a thoughtfully designed open-concept living/entertainment space with sleek modern finishes, a fully-equipped kitchen, a cozy fireplace and private patio and balcony. Conveniently situated minutes from I-95, Route 1, Fort Belvoir and Fairfax County Parkway, this dynamic location offers access to the city lifestyle or provides a comfortable oasis.


Nearby schools

The closest school to Vista Laurel Highlands is The Nest Academy Learning Preschool, a private elementary school 0.3 miles away. The closest public school is Lorton Station Elementary School, 0.4 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

The Nest Academy Learning Preschool

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.3 mi

Lorton Station Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.4 mi

Minnieland Private Day School 23

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.6 mi

Laurel Hill Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.7 mi

Minnieland Private Day School #11

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.9 mi

South County High School

Public · High
PublicHigh0.9 mi

South County Middle School

Public · Middle
PublicMiddle1.1 mi

Kinder Care Learning Center 741

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.6 mi

Silverbrook KinderCare

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.6 mi

Gunston Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary1.9 mi

Contact & management

Vista Laurel Highlands is managed by Bozzuto. The leasing office's phone number is 833.218.6382.