Cheap Homes for Rent in Potomac West Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $1,600 (17 Rentals)

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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 $1,279. 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 A1D1BR,1BA$1,279
The Square at 511 ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,299
Apex ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,334
Mason Avenue Apartments1BR C1BR,1BA$1,474

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Potomac West, VA

As of March 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Potomac West area is the $1.97 price per square foot Chesapeake Model at Arrive 2801 in the in the Shirlington neighborhood starting from $2,458. The second greatest value Potomac West apartment is the Plan A1A Model at The Whitmore starting at $1,997 with a $2.34 price per square foot in the Ashton Heights 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$1.97
The WhitmorePlan A1A1BR,1BA$2.34
Dorchester Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.23
3030 Potomac Ave, Unit FL3-ID10233030 Potomac Ave1BR,1BA$2.43
Westmont Gardens Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.46
Jackson Crossing1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.44
Braddock LeeArbor1BR,1BA$2.37
Mason Avenue Apartments1BR C1BR,1BA$2.27
Apex ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.05
Oakland Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.48

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Frequently Asked Questions about Potomac West

What type of rentals are currently available in Potomac West?

There are currently 343 Apartments for Rent in Potomac West, VA with pricing that ranges from $1,180 to $14,577. There are also 58 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Potomac West ranging from $1,650 to $6,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Potomac West?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Potomac West ranges from $1,650 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,717.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Potomac West?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Potomac West range from $1,297 to $14,577, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,950 to $4,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,795 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,180.

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