Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Alexandria West Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $900 (28 Rentals)

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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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The Nexus at West Alex
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Nexus at West Alex

3450 Berkley StAlexandria, VA 22302
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3309 Wyndham Cir
1 Bedroom Apartments

3309 Wyndham Cir

3309 Wyndham CirAlexandria, VA 22302

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Alexandria West, Alexandria, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Alexandria West Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Alexandria West area of Washington, VA is a Studio unit found at Willow Run at Mark Center Apartment Homes priced from $1,370. Monticello at Southern Towers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,398. Here are the most affordable Alexandria West apartments for rent in Washington, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Willow Run at Mark Center Apartment HomesStudioStudio,1BA$1,370
Monticello at Southern TowersS1AStudio,1BA$1,398
Seminary TowersStudio 1BA (560sf)Studio,1BA$1,430
Ashlawn at Southern TowersS1AStudio,1BA$1,448
Key TowersOvertonStudio,1BA$1,465
Stratford at Southern TowersS1AStudio,1BA$1,498
Foxchase ApartmentsThe Washington1BR,1BA$1,505
Sherwood at Southern TowersS1AStudio,1BA$1,548
101 North Ripley ApartmentsStudio (Renovated)Studio,1BA$1,550
Brookdale at Mark Center Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 680 sqft1BR,1BA$1,565

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alexandria West, VA

As of June 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Alexandria West area is the $1.93 price per square foot 2 Bedrooms + 2 Baths Model at London Park Towers Apartments in the in the Alexandria West neighborhood starting from $2,538. The second greatest value Alexandria West apartment is the Three Bedroom 2 Bath - 1,080 sqft Model at Lynbrook at Mark Center Apartment Homes starting at $2,400 with a $2.21 price per square foot in the Alexandria West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Alexandria West apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
London Park Towers Apartments2 Bedrooms + 2 Baths2BR,2BA$1.93
Lynbrook at Mark Center Apartment HomesThree Bedroom 2 Bath - 1,080 sqft3BR,2BA$2.21
Willow Run at Mark Center Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom 1.5 Bath- 1047 sqft2BR,1.5BA$1.87
Newport VillageTwo Bedroom B1A2BR,1BA$1.99
The Alante in AlexandriaThe Elevate2BR,2BA$2.36
Stoneridge at Mark Center Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.91
Broadstone Van DornFord1BR,1BA$2.05
Bennington Crossings Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.18
Key TowersOvertonStudio ,1BA$1.99
Brookdale at Mark Center Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 680 sqft1BR,1BA$2.35

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website is proud to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Washington, Virginia. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, apartment communities for the kids, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Alexandria West Neighborhood in Alexandria, VA

Walk Score®

64 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

54 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

59 / 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 Alexandria West Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Alexandria West?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Alexandria West is at Ashlawn at Southern Towers listed at $1,246.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Alexandria West Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Alexandria West Apartment is $1,505 at Foxchase Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Alexandria West is starting from $1,855 at Lynbrook at Mark Center Apartment Homes.

What is the most affordable Alexandria West Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Alexandria West Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Willow Run at Mark Center Apartment Homes and starts from $2,250.

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