Cheap Apartments for Rent in Franconia, VA from $1,000 (20 Rentals)

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Morris Glen
1 Bedroom Apartments

Morris Glen

7000 Schoonmaker CtAlexandria, VA 22310
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Lee Valley Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lee Valley Apartments

6535 Lee Valley DrSpringfield, VA 22150
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Parc View Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Parc View Apartments

5380 Holmes Run PkyAlexandria, VA 22304
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Edsall Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Edsall Gardens

6438 Edsall RdAlexandria, VA 22312
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Franconia, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Franconia Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Franconia, VA is a Studio unit found at Broadstone Van Dorn in the Alexandria West neighborhood priced from $1,290. Woodmont Park Apartments in the Alexandria West neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,398. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Franconia apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Broadstone Van DornCaasStudio,1BA$1,290
Woodmont Park ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,398
Manchester LakesThe Alexandria Premium (Active Sr. Community)1BR,1BA$1,400
Mason at Van DornS1Studio,1BA$1,441
Lynbrook at Mark Center Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 680 sqft1BR,1BA$1,450

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Franconia, VA and Nearby

As of April 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Franconia area is the $2.17 price per square foot Two Bedroom B2B Model at Arbor Park of Alexandria in the in the Ravensworth neighborhood starting from $2,419. The second greatest value Franconia apartment is the The Sheldon Model at Bren Mar Apartments starting at $2,157 with a $2.39 price per square foot in the North Springfield neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Franconia apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Arbor Park of AlexandriaTwo Bedroom B2B2BR,2BA$2.17
Bren Mar ApartmentsThe Sheldon2BR,1BA$2.39
Willow Run at Mark Center Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.85
Crystal WoodsThe Valencia1BR,1BA$2.04
Bennington Crossings Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.09
Key TowersOvertonStudio ,1BA$2.12
South Port732sq ft1BR,1BA$2.19
Lynbrook at Mark Center Apartment HomesOne Bedroom w/ Den - 700 sqft1BR,1BA$2.28
Brent PlaceBrent 11BR,1BA$2.36
Brookdale at Mark Center Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 680 sqft1BR,1BA$2.37

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Franconia, VA

Ranked #159

Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Getting Around Franconia, VA

Walk Score®

61 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

58 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

37 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Franconia Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Franconia?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Franconia is at Broadstone Van Dorn listed at $1,290.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Franconia Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Franconia Apartment is $1,400 at Manchester Lakes.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Franconia is starting from $1,740 at Lynbrook at Mark Center Apartment Homes.

What is the most affordable Franconia Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Franconia Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Brent Place and starts from $2,220.

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