Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Alexandria West Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $900 (50 Rentals)

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Foxchase
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$1,397 - $2,563
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$1,318 - $2,484
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Foxchase

766 N Howard StAlexandria, VA 22304
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101 North Ripley Apartments
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$1,479 - $2,996
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$1,444 - $2,961
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$35

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$1,479 - $2,996
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101 North Ripley Apartments

101 N Ripley StAlexandria, VA 22304
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property at 8 S Van Dorn St

$1,550 - $1,700

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$1,550

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$1,550

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8 S Van Dorn St

AlexandriaVA22304
property at 60 S Van Dorn St

$1,550

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$1,550

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$1,550

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60 S Van Dorn St

AlexandriaVA22304

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property at 5831 Quantrell Ave

$1,700

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$1,700

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$1,700

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5831 Quantrell Ave

AlexandriaVA22312
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Newport Village
$1,729 - $2,741
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$1,618 - $2,630
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$111

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$1,729 - $2,741
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Newport Village

4757 W Braddock RdAlexandria, VA 22311
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property at 26 Canterbury Square

$1,745

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$1,745

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$1,745

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26 Canterbury Square

AlexandriaVA22304
property at 5929 Quantrell Ave

$1,750

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$1,750

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$1,750

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5929 Quantrell Ave

AlexandriaVA22312
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ELofts
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$1,758 - $4,691
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$1,741 - $4,674
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ELofts

4501 Ford AveAlexandria, VA 22302
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The Alexander Apartments
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$1,890 - $5,149
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$1,847 - $5,106
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The Alexander Apartments

4390 King StAlexandria, VA 22302
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The Spire
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Spire

2875 N Beauregard StAlexandria, VA 22311
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Woodmont Park Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Woodmont Park Apartments

5465 N Morgan StAlexandria, VA 22312
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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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Excelsior Tower
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Excelsior Tower

5800 Quantrell AveAlexandria, VA 22312
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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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property at 5801 Quantrell Ave

$1,625 - $1,850

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$1,625

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$1,625

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5801 Quantrell Ave

AlexandriaVA22312
property at 5340 Holmes Run Pkwy

$1,650 - $2,500

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$1,650

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$1,650

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5340 Holmes Run Pkwy

AlexandriaVA22304
property at 60 S Van Dorn St

$1,690

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$1,690

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$1,690

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60 S Van Dorn St, Unit 413, Unit 413

60 S Van Dorn St
AlexandriaVA22304
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Lerner Morningside
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lerner Morningside

4949 Manitoba DrAlexandria, VA 22312
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St. James Plaza
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

St. James Plaza

5140 Fillmore AveAlexandria, VA 22311
property at 491 N Armistead St

$1,750

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$1,750

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$1,750

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491 N Armistead St

AlexandriaVA22312
property at 2500 N Van Dorn St

$1,900 - $3,300

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$1,900

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$1,900

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2500 N Van Dorn St

AlexandriaVA22302
property at 2961 S Columbus St

$1,875

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$1,875

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$1,875

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2961 S Columbus St

ArlingtonVA22206
property at 3705 S George Mason Dr

$1,900 - $2,250

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$1,900

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3705 S George Mason Dr

Falls ChurchVA22041

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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 Sherwood at Southern Towers priced from $1,152. The Graham at Southern Towers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,204. Here are the most affordable Alexandria West apartments for rent in Washington, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sherwood at Southern TowersS1AStudio,1BA$1,152
The Graham at Southern TowersS1BStudio,1BA$1,204
Stratford at Southern TowersS1AStudio,1BA$1,219
Broadstone Van DornCaasStudio,1BA$1,243
Monticello at Southern TowersS1AStudio,1BA$1,280
Ashlawn at Southern TowersS1AStudio,1BA$1,291
FoxchaseThe Washington1BR,1BA$1,397
Seminary TowersStudio 1BA (535sf)Studio,1BA$1,444
The SpireOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,450
101 North Ripley ApartmentsStudio (Classic)Studio,1BA$1,479

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alexandria West, VA

As of May 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alexandria West area is the $2.07 price per square foot Fairfax Model at Arrive 2801 in the in the Shirlington neighborhood starting from $2,322. The second greatest value Alexandria West apartment is the Stratford Model at Key Towers starting at $2,244 with a $2.04 price per square foot in the Central Springfield 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.
Arrive 2801Fairfax1BR,1.5BA$2.07
Key TowersStratford2BR,2BA$2.04
Stoneridge at Mark Center Apartment HomesThree Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$2.18
St. James PlazaTwo Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.64
Newport VillageOne Bedroom A1D1BR,1BA$1.97
Brookdale at Mark Center Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom - 910 sqft2BR,1BA$1.97
Willow Run at Mark Center Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.05
Lerner MorningsideAshford - Gardens1BR,1BA$2.19
Woodmont Park Apartments1 Bedroom + 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.98
Bennington Crossings Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.22

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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!

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 Sherwood at Southern Towers listed at $1,152.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Alexandria West Apartment is $1,331 at Ashlawn at Southern Towers.

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 $1,693 at Ashlawn at Southern Towers.

What is the most affordable Alexandria West Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Alexandria West Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Stoneridge at Mark Center Apartment Homes and starts from $2,310.

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