Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Franconia Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $1,000 (23 Rentals)

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5911 Edsall Rd

AlexandriaVA22304
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Morris Glen
1 Bedroom Apartments

Morris Glen

7000 Schoonmaker CtAlexandria, VA 22310
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Edsall Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Edsall Gardens

6438 Edsall RdAlexandria, VA 22312
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Lee Valley Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lee Valley Apartments

6535 Lee Valley DrSpringfield, VA 22150
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Franconia, Alexandria, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Franconia Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Franconia area of Alexandria, VA is a Studio unit found at Mason at Van Dorn priced from $1,408. Acclaim at Alexandria has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,550. Here are the most affordable Franconia apartments for rent in Alexandria, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mason at Van DornS1Studio,1BA$1,408
Acclaim at Alexandria1 bed 1 Bath Alexandria1BR,1BA$1,550
South Port717sq ft1BR,1BA$1,565
Brent PlaceBrent 11BR,1BA$1,602
Whitestone at LandmarkThe Redstone1BR,1BA$1,630

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Franconia, VA

As of March 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Franconia area is the $2.43 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Penthouse Model at Landmark Ridge in the in the Central Springfield neighborhood starting from $2,620. The second greatest value Franconia apartment is the BDC2 Model at Mallard Court Apartments starting at $2,450 with a $2.37 price per square foot in the Gum Springs neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Franconia apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Landmark Ridge2 Bed 2 Bath Penthouse2BR,2BA$2.43
Mallard Court ApartmentsBDC22BR,2BA$2.37
Skyview ApartmentsType D2BR,1.5BA$2.09
The SummitDesign 1A151BR,1.5BA$2.40
ReNew SpringfieldArlington1BR,1BA$2.38
Sullivan PlaceOne Bedroom A1D1BR,1BA$2.48
South Port717sq ft1BR,1BA$2.19
Brent PlaceBrent 11BR,1BA$2.36
Acclaim at Alexandria1 bed 1 Bath Alexandria1BR,1BA$2.33
Manchester LakesThe Alexandria Premium (Active Sr. Community)1BR,1BA$2.48

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Franconia, Alexandria, VA

Ranked #47

Among neighborhoods in Alexandria, VA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Franconia Neighborhood in Alexandria, VA

Walk Score®

48 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

53 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

27 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Franconia Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Franconia?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Franconia is at Mason at Van Dorn listed at $1,408.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Franconia Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Franconia Apartment is $1,550 at Acclaim at Alexandria.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Franconia Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Franconia is starting from $1,836 at South Port.

What is the most affordable Franconia Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Franconia Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Brent Place and starts from $2,220.

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