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2221 S Clark
2221 S Clark StArlington, VA 22202
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Apex Apartments
2910 S Glebe RdArlington, VA 22206
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RiverHouse
1400 S Joyce StArlington, VA 22202
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Crystal Plaza
2111 Richmond HwyArlington, VA 22202
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Crystal House
1900 S Eads StArlington, VA 22202
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The 1201 Apartments
1201 S Eads StArlington, VA 22202
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Quimby on 23rd
320 23rd St SArlington, VA 22202
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Lenox Club
401 S 12th StArlington, VA 22202
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1512 S Arlington Ridge Rd, Unit 405
1512 S Arlington Ridge RdArlington, VA 22202
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1401 Joyce on Pentagon Row
1401 S Joyce StArlington, VA 22202
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Crystal Square
1515 Richmond HwyArlington, VA 22202
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Crystal Towers
1600 S Eads StArlington, VA 22202
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MAA National Landing
1201-1301 S Joyce Street Suite CArlington, VA 22202
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1200 S Arlington Ridge Rd
ArlingtonVA22202
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1300 Army Navy Dr
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The Square at 511 Apartments
511 Four Mile RdAlexandria, VA 22305
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Crystal City, Arlington, VA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Crystal City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal City Studio Apartments | $2,392 | $1,246 | $7,515 |
| Crystal City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,943 | $1,334 | $9,478 |
| Crystal City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,133 | $1,588 | $10,000+ |
| Crystal City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,134 | $1,282 | $10,000+ |
| Crystal City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,347 | $1,180 | $1,510 |
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Cheapest Available Crystal City Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Crystal City area of Washington, VA is a 4 Beds unit found at 2221 S Clark priced from $1,180. The Square at 511 Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,299. Here are the most affordable Crystal City apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2221 S Clark | Private Bedroom in Shared 4 Bed 2 Bath A | 4BR,2BA | $1,180 |
| The Square at 511 Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,299 |
| Apex Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,334 |
| RiverHouse | Studio | S01 | Studio,1BA | $1,718 |
| Crystal Plaza | Studio, 1 Bath 593 SF 01 | Studio,1BA | $1,731 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Crystal City, VA
As of May 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Crystal City area is the $3.19 price per square foot 2 Bedrooms E Model at Lofts 590 in the in the Crystal City neighborhood starting from $3,363. The second greatest value Crystal City apartment is the 1B - A1A Model at The Paramount starting at $2,220 with a $2.81 price per square foot in the Crystal City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Crystal City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lofts 590 | 2 Bedrooms E | 2BR,2BA | $3.19 |
| The Paramount | 1B - A1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.81 |
| 1401 Joyce on Pentagon Row | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.19 |
| New Brookside Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| Apex Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| MAA National Landing | Studio 0x1 580-637 SF | Studio ,1BA | $3.26 |
| Crystal House | 1x1 A04 | 1BR,1BA | $3.41 |
| Crystal Plaza | Studio, 1 Bath 593 SF 01 | Studio ,1BA | $2.92 |
| The 1201 Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.44 |
| The Square at 511 Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.79 |
Getting Around the Crystal City Neighborhood in Arlington, VA
Walk Score®
90 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
89 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
65 / 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 Crystal City Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Crystal City?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Crystal City is under $1,945.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Crystal City?
The cheapest apartment in Crystal City is Apex Apartments which is listed at $1,334, while the average apartment in Crystal City costs $4,680.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Crystal City?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 18 regular apartments in Crystal City that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Crystal City?
Cheap apartments in Crystal City have an average cost of $798 which is $3,882 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Crystal City.
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