Cheap Homes for Rent in Alexandria County, VA from $1,200 (40 Rentals)

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property at 4520 King St

4520 King St

AlexandriaVA22302
property at 301 West St

301 West St

AlexandriaVA22314

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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property at 4600 Duke St

4600 Duke St

AlexandriaVA22304

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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property at 5911 Edsall Rd

5911 Edsall Rd

AlexandriaVA22304
property at 3338 Valley Dr

3338 Valley Dr

AlexandriaVA22302

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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property at 5911 Edsall Rd

5911 Edsall Rd

AlexandriaVA22304
property at 240 S Reynolds St

240 S Reynolds St

AlexandriaVA22304

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Cheapest Available Alexandria County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Alexandria County, VA is a Studio unit found at Broadstone Van Dorn in the Alexandria West neighborhood priced from $1,265. Mason at Van Dorn in the Central Springfield neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,285. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Alexandria County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Broadstone Van DornCaasStudio,1BA$1,265
Mason at Van DornS1Studio,1BA$1,285
Woodmont Park Apartments1 Bedroom + 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,298
Brent PlaceBrent 11BR,1BA$1,302
Monticello at Southern TowersS1AStudio,1BA$1,332
Ashlawn at Southern TowersS1AStudio,1BA$1,365
Eaton SquareA21BR,1BA$1,368
Whitestone at LandmarkThe YellowstoneStudio,1BA$1,373
Presidential GreensPlan A1B1BR,1BA$1,411
Seminary TowersStudio 1BA (530sf)Studio,1BA$1,418

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alexandria County, VA

As of November 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Alexandria County area is the $1.97 price per square foot The Bristol Model at The Reserve at Eisenhower in the in the Maple Grove Estates neighborhood starting from $2,260. The second greatest value Alexandria County apartment is the 1 Bedroom + 1 Bath Model at London Park Towers Apartments starting at $1,748 with a $1.59 price per square foot in the Alexandria West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Alexandria County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Reserve at EisenhowerThe Bristol2BR,2BA$1.97
London Park Towers Apartments1 Bedroom + 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.59
The Station At Potomac Yard Apartments2 Bedroom 2B602BR,2BA$1.84
Woodmont Park Apartments3 Bedrooms + 1.5 Baths3BR,1.5BA$2.04
Mason HallTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.03
Newport VillageOne Bedroom A1B1BR,1BA$1.98
The SummitDesign 1A151BR,1.5BA$2.05
Key TowersMonticello1BR,1BA$1.88
Willow Run at Mark Center Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.04
Brent PlaceBrent 11BR,1BA$1.91

Frequently Asked Questions about Alexandria County

What type of rentals are currently available in Alexandria County?

There are currently 415 Apartments for Rent in Alexandria County, VA with pricing that ranges from $1,265 to $12,301. There are also 202 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Alexandria County ranging from $1,200 to $9,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Alexandria County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Alexandria County ranges from $1,200 to $9,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,047.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Alexandria County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Alexandria County range from $1,920 to $11,815, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,600 to $9,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $7,112.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.