
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Backlick Run Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $900 (46 Rentals)
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Longview Terrace Apartments

Ashlawn at Southern Towers

Cityside Huntington Metro

Brent Place

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Mason at Van Dorn

Stratford at Southern Towers

60 S Van Dorn St
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South Port

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Landmark Towers

75 S Reynolds St

The Alante in Alexandria

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Arbors on Duke

2500 N Van Dorn St

2618 Fort Farnsworth Rd
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30 Canterbury Square

The Ridgeleigh at Van Dorn

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Willow Run at Mark Center Apartment Homes

5340 Holmes Run Pkwy

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Monticello at Southern Towers

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Backlick Run, Alexandria, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Backlick Run?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Backlick Run Studio Apartments | $1,694 | $1,210 | $6,842 |
| Backlick Run 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,958 | $1,302 | $6,759 |
| Backlick Run 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,528 | $1,621 | $7,403 |
| Backlick Run 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,808 | $1,920 | $4,805 |
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Cheapest Available Backlick Run Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Backlick Run area of Washington, VA is a Studio unit found at Broadstone Van Dorn priced from $1,210. Ashlawn at Southern Towers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here are the most affordable Backlick Run apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broadstone Van Dorn | Caas | Studio,1BA | $1,210 |
| Ashlawn at Southern Towers | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
| Cityside Huntington Metro | Studio 430 sq. ft. | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| Brent Place | Brent 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,302 |
| Mason at Van Dorn | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,364 |
| Stratford at Southern Towers | S1B | Studio,1BA | $1,394 |
| Woodmont Park Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,398 |
| Sherwood at Southern Towers | S1B | Studio,1BA | $1,414 |
| Riverside Apartments | Tower 2 | Studio | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,426 |
| Foxchase | The Washington | 1BR,1BA | $1,467 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Backlick Run, VA
As of March 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Backlick Run area is the $2.24 price per square foot Design 2A20 Premier Model at The Summit in the in the Maple Grove Estates neighborhood starting from $2,510. The second greatest value Backlick Run apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Landmark Towers starting at $2,500 with a $2.28 price per square foot in the Central Springfield neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Backlick Run apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Summit | Design 2A20 Premier | 2BR,2BA | $2.24 |
| Landmark Towers | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.28 |
| Excelsior Tower | Rembrandt - Den | 2BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Stoneridge at Mark Center Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.14 |
| Willow Run at Mark Center Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Kings Gardens | 1Bedroom Den 1Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| Key Towers | Overton | Studio ,1BA | $2.16 |
| The Alante in Alexandria | The Aspire | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| South Port | 717sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Brent Place | Brent 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Backlick Run Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Backlick Run?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Backlick Run is at Broadstone Van Dorn listed at $1,210.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Backlick Run Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Backlick Run Apartment is $1,302 at Brent Place.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Backlick Run Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Backlick Run is starting from $1,621 at Brent Place.
What is the most affordable Backlick Run Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Backlick Run Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Brent Place and starts from $1,920.
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