Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old Town/Potomac Yard Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $500 (45 Rentals)

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Bridgeyard
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bridgeyard

1204 S Washington StAlexandria, VA 22314
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Beverly Hills Court
1 Bedroom Apartments

Beverly Hills Court

300-302 W Glebe RdAlexandria, VA 22305
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Jefferson Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Jefferson Gardens

5877 Monticello RdAlexandria, VA 22303
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The Arden
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Arden

2317 Huntington AveAlexandria, VA 22303
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Arbelo Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Arbelo Apartments

831-833 Bashford LnAlexandria, VA 22314
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Olde Towne West
1 Bedroom Apartments

Olde Towne West

500 S Alfred StAlexandria, VA 22314
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Brenton Court Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brenton Court Apartments

400-424 E Glendale AveAlexandria, VA 22301
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6 Leadbeater Street
2 Bedroom Apartments

6 Leadbeater Street

6 Leadbeater StAlexandria, VA 22305
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115 S Patrick St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

115 S Patrick St

115 S Patrick StAlexandria, VA 22314
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Apex Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Apex Apartments

2900-2910 S Glebe RdArlington, VA 22206
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Old Town/Potomac Yard, Alexandria, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Old Town/Potomac Yard Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old Town/Potomac Yard area of Alexandria, VA is a Studio unit found at The Square at 511 Apartments priced from $1,299. Presidential Greens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here are the most affordable Old Town/Potomac Yard apartments for rent in Alexandria, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Square at 511 ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,299
Presidential GreensPlan A1B1BR,1BA$1,300
Apex ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,334
Riverside ApartmentsStudio-Classic Executive S1BStudio,1BA$1,471
Mason Avenue Apartments1BR C1BR,1BA$1,474
Eaton SquareA31BR,1BA$1,548
Mason HallStudioStudio,1BA$1,555
Lloyd Apartments1B1BR,1BA$1,609
Jackson Crossing1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,615
The AspenSt. AsaphStudio,1BA$1,642

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Town/Potomac Yard, VA

As of April 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Old Town/Potomac Yard area is the $2.76 price per square foot One Bedroom A1B2 Model at The Courts at Huntington Station in the in the Old Town neighborhood starting from $1,972. The second greatest value Old Town/Potomac Yard apartment is the 1A Model at Lloyd Apartments starting at $1,879 with a $2.68 price per square foot in the Northeast Alexandria neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old Town/Potomac Yard apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Courts at Huntington StationOne Bedroom A1B21BR,1BA$2.76
Lloyd Apartments1A1BR,1BA$2.68
New Brookside ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.73
Jackson Crossing1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.44
Mason Avenue Apartments1BR C1BR,1BA$2.27
Apex ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.05
Eaton SquareA11BR,1BA$2.84
Presidential GreensPlan A1C1BR,1BA$2.48
Mason HallStudioStudio ,1BA$2.87
The Square at 511 ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.79

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Old Town/Potomac Yard, Alexandria, VA

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

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4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

This website works hard to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Alexandria. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Old Town/Potomac Yard Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Old Town/Potomac Yard?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Old Town/Potomac Yard is at The Square at 511 Apartments listed at $1,299.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Old Town/Potomac Yard Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Old Town/Potomac Yard Apartment is $1,300 at Presidential Greens.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Old Town/Potomac Yard Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Old Town/Potomac Yard is starting from $1,859 at Lloyd Apartments.

What is the most affordable Old Town/Potomac Yard Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Old Town/Potomac Yard Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Presidential Greens and starts from $2,899.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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