
Cheap Homes for Rent in Alexandria County, VA from $1,300 (47 Rentals)
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4520 King St

75 S Reynolds St, Unit 304

491 N Armistead St

301 N Beauregard St, Unit 122

5340 Holmes Run Pky, Unit 909

4862 Eisenhower Ave

5340 Holmes Run Pky, Unit Pavilion On the Park

4 S Van Dorn St
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75 S Reynolds St

5911 Edsall Rd, Unit PH10

3306 Wyndham Cir, Unit 328

3220 S 28th St

19 Canterbury Square, Unit 201

6220 Edsall Rd

250 S Reynolds St, Unit 304

27 Canterbury Sq, Unit 301

301 N West St
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3592 Martha Custis Dr

3315 Wyndham Cir

436 N Armistead St

1814 W Abingdon Dr

4600 Duke St, Unit 1406

4600 Duke St, Unit 1406

2324 Henshaw Pl

2980 S Columbus St, Unit C1

431 N Armistead St, Unit 402
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6301 Stevenson Ave

4520 King St, Unit 601

5340 Holmes Run Pkwy, Unit 1400

2050 Jamieson Ave, Unit 1109

3311 Wyndham Cir, Unit 1192

6 Canterbury Square

3240 S 28th St, Unit 302

5801 Quantrell Ave, Unit L8

3624 Valley Dr, Unit 3624
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3315 Wyndham Cir, Unit 3315 at Wyndham 4229

17 Auburn Ct, Unit C

4600 Duke St, Unit 1102

5205 Duke St, Unit 201

3454 Martha Custis Dr

5911 Edsall Rd

6280 Edsall Rd

113 S St Asaph St

2151 Jamieson Ave, Unit 1911
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3710 Gunston Rd

906 S Washington St, Unit 307
Alexandria County, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Alexandria County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandria County 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,915 | $1,995 | $4,428 |
| Alexandria County 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,297 | $2,700 | $10,000+ |
| Alexandria County 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,754 | $3,700 | $6,300 |
| Alexandria County 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,200 | $5,200 | $5,200 |
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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 Sherwood at Southern Towers in the Alexandria West neighborhood priced from $1,155. Monticello at Southern Towers in the Alexandria West neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,161. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Alexandria County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sherwood at Southern Towers | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,155 |
| Monticello at Southern Towers | S1C | Studio,1BA | $1,161 |
| The Graham at Southern Towers | S1B | Studio,1BA | $1,179 |
| Broadstone Van Dorn | Caas | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
| The Square at 511 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,299 |
| Ashlawn at Southern Towers | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,324 |
| Presidential Greens | Plan A1B/A1C | 1BR,1BA | $1,330 |
| Woodmont Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,348 |
| Stoneridge at Mark Center Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,365 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alexandria County, VA
As of August 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alexandria County area is the $2.08 price per square foot Design 3A25 Model at The Summit in the in the Maple Grove Estates neighborhood starting from $2,998. The second greatest value Alexandria County apartment is the 2 Bedrooms + 2 Baths Model at London Park Towers Apartments starting at $2,119 with a $1.61 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Summit | Design 3A25 | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.08 |
| London Park Towers Apartments | 2 Bedrooms + 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| St. James Plaza | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.73 |
| Willow Run at Mark Center Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom 1.5 Bath- 1047 sqft | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.80 |
| Del Ray Bellefonte | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| The Oliver in Alexandria | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.15 |
| Stoneridge at Mark Center Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.73 |
| Woodmont Park Apartments | 2 Bedrooms + 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $2.10 |
| Parkstone | 1/1/80/BOND | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| The Bloom | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.84 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Alexandria County
What type of rentals are currently available in Alexandria County?
There are currently 421 Apartments for Rent in Alexandria County, VA with pricing that ranges from $990 to $9,136. There are also 159 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Alexandria County ranging from $1,300 to $10,500.
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 $1,300 to $10,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,297.
Expert Rental Resources
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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
Written by: Robin Stewart
Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.