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

The Graham at Southern Towers

Stratford at Southern Towers

Broadstone Van Dorn

Monticello at Southern Towers

Ashlawn at Southern Towers

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Foxchase

Key Towers

Seminary Towers
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101 North Ripley Apartments

8 S Van Dorn St

60 S Van Dorn St

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Lynbrook at Mark Center Apartment Homes

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Landmark Towers

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The Encore

5831 Quantrell Ave

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Newport Village

The Alante in Alexandria

26 Canterbury Square

The Oliver in Alexandria

5929 Quantrell Ave

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ELofts

4 S Van Dorn St

Sinclaire on Seminary
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The Alexander Apartments

Larchmont Village Apartment

Monticello at Southern Towers

Hillwood and Stoneridge

The Spire

Woodmont Park Apartments

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Excelsior Tower

The Nexus at West Alex

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The Fields of Alexandria

5801 Quantrell Ave

5340 Holmes Run Pkwy

60 S Van Dorn St, Unit 413, Unit 413

Lerner Morningside

St. James Plaza

491 N Armistead St

2500 N Van Dorn St

2961 S Columbus St

3705 S George Mason Dr
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Alexandria West, Alexandria, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Alexandria West?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandria West Studio Apartments | $1,421 | $1,177 | $2,091 |
| Alexandria West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,947 | $1,331 | $4,924 |
| Alexandria West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,418 | $1,693 | $6,289 |
| Alexandria West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,577 | $2,195 | $4,552 |
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There are currently 50 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Alexandria West Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA.
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sherwood at Southern Towers | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,152 |
| The Graham at Southern Towers | S1B | Studio,1BA | $1,204 |
| Stratford at Southern Towers | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,219 |
| Broadstone Van Dorn | Caas | Studio,1BA | $1,243 |
| Monticello at Southern Towers | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,280 |
| Ashlawn at Southern Towers | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,291 |
| Foxchase | The Washington | 1BR,1BA | $1,397 |
| Seminary Towers | Studio 1BA (535sf) | Studio,1BA | $1,444 |
| The Spire | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| 101 North Ripley Apartments | Studio (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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Arrive 2801 | Fairfax | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.07 |
| Key Towers | Stratford | 2BR,2BA | $2.04 |
| Stoneridge at Mark Center Apartment Homes | Three Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.18 |
| St. James Plaza | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.64 |
| Newport Village | One Bedroom A1D | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Brookdale at Mark Center Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom - 910 sqft | 2BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Willow Run at Mark Center Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Lerner Morningside | Ashford - Gardens | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| Woodmont Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Bennington Crossings Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
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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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