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Alexandria, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Alexandria, VA

Pricing Updated: 04/04/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Alexandria, VA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Alexandria Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Fairlington$2,800$2,8001
Old Town/Potomac Yard$5,500$1,50028
Franconia$7,150$79539

Cheapest Available Alexandria Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Alexandria, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Wingate Gardens in the Glassmanor neighborhood priced from $1,027. Stony Brook Apartments in the Gum Springs neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,108. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Alexandria apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Wingate Gardens1 Bedroom 1 Bath Floor Plan1BR,1BA$1,027
Stony Brook ApartmentsOne-bedroom1BR,1BA$1,108
Madison CourtsA1BR,1BA$1,150
2221 S ClarkPrivate Bedroom in Shared 4 Bed 2 Bath A4BR,2BA$1,180
Broadstone Van DornCaasStudio,1BA$1,250

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alexandria, VA

As of April 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Alexandria area is the $2.00 price per square foot Chesapeake Model at Arrive 2801 in the in the Shirlington neighborhood starting from $2,488. The second greatest value Alexandria apartment is the Two Bedroom B2A Model at Newport Village starting at $2,309 with a $1.98 price per square foot in the Shirlington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Alexandria apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Arrive 2801Chesapeake2BR,2BA$2.00
Newport VillageTwo Bedroom B2A2BR,2BA$1.98
Stoneridge at Mark Center Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.96
Carlyn Hill ApartmentsTwo bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.80
Wingate Gardens3 Bedroom 2 Bath Floor Plan3BR,2BA$1.90
Willow Run at Mark Center Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.94
Stony Brook ApartmentsThree-bedroom3BR,1.5BA$1.91
Crystal WoodsThe Valencia1BR,1BA$2.04
Washington Square1 Bedroom 1 Bath Type B1BR,1BA$1.93
Wingate Vista1 Bedroom 1 Bath Floor Plan1BR,1BA$1.78

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Frequently Asked Questions about Alexandria

What type of rentals are currently available in Alexandria?

There are currently 788 Apartments for Rent in Alexandria, VA with pricing that ranges from $1,067 to $25,530. There are also 185 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Alexandria ranging from $800 to $8,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Alexandria?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Alexandria ranges from $800 to $8,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,632.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Alexandria?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Alexandria range from $1,307 to $14,717, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,200 to $7,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,975 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,180.

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.

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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.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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.

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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.

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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.