
Cheap Gated Apartments for Rent in Alexandria, VA from $500 (48 Rentals)
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The Square at 511 Apartments

Whitestone at Landmark

Glebe House Apartments

Monticello at Southern Towers

Ashlawn at Southern Towers

London Park Towers Apartments

Newport Village

Foxchase Apartments

Stratford at Southern Towers
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Sherwood at Southern Towers

Eaton Square

Stoneridge at Mark Center Apartment Homes

The Graham at Southern Towers

Monticello-Lee

The Aspen

Arrive Alexandria

Mason Hall

Halstead Alexandria

The Blake

The Encore

The Courts at Huntington Station

The Belhaven Apartments

Wingate Gardens

Madison Courts

Friendship Crossing

Apex Apartments

Wingate Vista

Dominion Towers

Dorchester Apartments

Dorchester Towers Apartments

Dominion Plaza

2200 Columbia Pike

Munson Hill

Shirlington House

Fort Henry Gardens

RiverHouse

The 1201 Apartments

Quimby on 23rd

Dolley Madison Towers

Crystal Plaza
Alexandria, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Alexandria?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Alexandria Studio Apartments | $2,197 | $1,246 | $7,515 |
Alexandria 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,581 | $1,027 | $10,000+ |
Alexandria 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,382 | $1,375 | $10,000+ |
Alexandria 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,758 | $1,282 | $10,000+ |
Alexandria 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,503 | $1,180 | $10,000+ |
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Getting Around Alexandria, VA
Walk Score®
76 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
67 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
48 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Alexandria Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Alexandria?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Alexandria is at Broadstone Van Dorn listed at $1,265.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Alexandria Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Alexandria Apartment is $1,027 at Wingate Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Alexandria Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Alexandria is starting from $1,375 at Madison Courts.
What is the most affordable Alexandria Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Alexandria Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 2221 S Clark and starts from $1,282.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.