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Columbia Forest, Arlington, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Columbia Forest Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Columbia Forest area of Washington, VA is a Studio unit found at Gates of Ballston priced from $1,308. Seminary Towers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,403. Here are the most affordable Columbia Forest apartments for rent in Washington, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Gates of BallstonStudioStudio,1BA$1,308
Seminary TowersStudio 1BA (530sf)Studio,1BA$1,403
Monticello at Southern TowersS1CStudio,1BA$1,418
Lynbrook at Mark Center Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 680 sqft1BR,1BA$1,420
Ashlawn at Southern TowersS1AStudio,1BA$1,448

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia Forest, VA

As of March 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Columbia Forest area is the $1.96 price per square foot Chesapeake Model at Arrive 2801 in the in the Shirlington neighborhood starting from $2,443. The second greatest value Columbia Forest apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at The Oliver in Alexandria starting at $2,685 with a $2.17 price per square foot in the Alexandria West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Columbia Forest apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Arrive 2801Chesapeake2BR,2BA$1.96
The Oliver in Alexandria3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$2.17
Wildwood Park2x2 Modernized2BR,2BA$2.33
Lynbrook at Mark Center Apartment HomesThree Bedroom 2 Bath w/ Den - 1,095 sqft3BR,2BA$2.31
The WhitmorePlan A1B1BR,1BA$2.09
Stoneridge at Mark Center Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.89
Newport VillageOne Bedroom A1A1BR,1BA$2.00
The Jefferson, an Eagle Rock CommunityConstitution1BR,1BA$2.08
Cavalier Club1Bedroom 1Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.21
The Alante in AlexandriaThe Aspire1BR,1BA$2.32

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Frequently Asked Questions about Columbia Forest

What type of rentals are currently available in Columbia Forest?

There are currently 329 Apartments for Rent in Columbia Forest, VA with pricing that ranges from $1,308 to $10,807. There are also 60 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Columbia Forest ranging from $800 to $6,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Columbia Forest?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Columbia Forest ranges from $800 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,092.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Columbia Forest?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Columbia Forest range from $1,959 to $10,807, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,800 to $5,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,670.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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