Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Potomac West Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $1,100 (86 Rentals)

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Beverly Hills Court
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Beverly Hills Court

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

Arbelo Apartments

831-833 Bashford LnAlexandria, VA 22314
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3309 Wyndham Cir
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3309 Wyndham Cir

3309 Wyndham CirAlexandria, VA 22302
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1225 Martha Custis Dr
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1225 Martha Custis Dr

1225 Martha Custis DrAlexandria, VA 22302
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6 Leadbeater Street
2 Bedroom Apartments

6 Leadbeater Street

6 Leadbeater StAlexandria, VA 22305
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Potomac West, Alexandria, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Potomac West Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Potomac West area of Washington, VA is a 4 Beds unit found at 2221 S Clark priced from $1,180. Presidential Greens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,237. Here are the most affordable Potomac West apartments for rent in Washington, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
2221 S ClarkPrivate Bedroom in Shared 4 Bed 2 Bath A4BR,2BA$1,180
Presidential GreensPlan A1B1BR,1BA$1,237
The Square at 511 ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,299
Apex ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,334
Mason Avenue Apartments1BR A1BR,1BA$1,462
Dominion TowersStudio/one bathStudio,1BA$1,471
Gilliam PlaceStudio B 60%Studio,1BA$1,552
Braddock LeeArbor1BR,1BA$1,565
Eaton SquareA31BR,1BA$1,578
Dominion PlazaStudioStudio,1BA$1,595

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Potomac West, VA

As of March 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Potomac West area is the $1.93 price per square foot Chesapeake Model at Arrive 2801 in the in the Shirlington neighborhood starting from $2,408. The second greatest value Potomac West apartment is the 3030 Potomac Ave Model at 3030 Potomac Ave, Unit FL3-ID1029 starting at $2,590 with a $2.47 price per square foot in the Northeast Alexandria neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Potomac West apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Arrive 2801Chesapeake2BR,2BA$1.93
3030 Potomac Ave, Unit FL3-ID10293030 Potomac Ave2BR,2BA$2.47
The WhitmorePlan A1B1BR,1BA$2.04
Dorchester Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.23
Westmont Gardens Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.46
Jackson Crossing1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.44
Braddock LeeArbor1BR,1BA$2.37
Fillmore Garden Apartments1 Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$2.54
Mason Avenue Apartments1BR A1BR,1BA$2.25
Apex ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.05

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Potomac West, Alexandria, VA

Ranked #2

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Virginia including Potomac West, Alexandria, and the greater Washington area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best outdoor access, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Potomac West Neighborhood in Alexandria, VA

Walk Score®

89 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

92 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

53 / 100

Good Transit

Many 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 Potomac West Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Potomac West?

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

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Potomac West Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Potomac West Apartment is $1,237 at Presidential Greens.

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

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

What is the most affordable Potomac West Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Potomac West Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 2221 S Clark and starts from $1,297.

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