
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Alexandria, VA from $500 with Swimming Pool (72 Rentals)
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Mount Vernon Square Apartment Homes

Whitestone at Landmark

Mason at Van Dorn

Lynbrook at Mark Center Apartment Homes

Cityside Huntington Metro

Monticello at Southern Towers

Seminary Towers

Key Towers

Ashlawn at Southern Towers

Stoneridge at Mark Center Apartment Homes

London Park Towers Apartments

4912 Virginia St, Unit Studio Apt

Willow Run at Mark Center Apartment Homes

Stratford at Southern Towers

Sherwood at Southern Towers

Acclaim at Alexandria

Foxchase Apartments

Eaton Square

The Graham at Southern Towers

Bennington Crossings Apartment Homes

The Point at Eisenhower Square

Brent Place

Brookdale at Mark Center Apartment Homes

The Oliver in Alexandria

Sullivan Place

Arbor Park of Alexandria

South Alex

The Landings I

Lafayette Apartments

Beacon Hill

The Alante in Alexandria

Courts Of Mount Vernon

Bren Mar Apartments

Arrive Alexandria

Town Square at Mark Center

The Aspen

Rose Hill Apartments

Newport Village

800 Carlyle

Washington Square

Oaks of Woodlawn

The Belhaven Apartments

Aventon Huntington Station

The Ridgeleigh at Van Dorn
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 | $2,164 | $895 | $7,161 |
Alexandria 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,565 | $936 | $9,478 |
Alexandria 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,346 | $1,112 | $10,000+ |
Alexandria 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,831 | $1,297 | $10,000+ |
Alexandria 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,612 | $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 a cheap apartment in Alexandria?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Alexandria is under $1,400.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Alexandria?
The cheapest apartment in Alexandria is Stony Brook Apartments which is listed at $1,067, while the average apartment in Alexandria costs $7,814.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Alexandria?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 481 regular apartments in Alexandria that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Alexandria?
Cheap apartments in Alexandria have an average cost of $216 which is $7,598 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Alexandria.
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.

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.

How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.

Signing Your Apartment Lease: The Basics
Written by: Trey Huguley
When you're about to sign a lease for the first time, it can feel a bit overwhelming. You don’t want to miss any important details hidden in the fine print.