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5001 Seminary RdAlexandria, VA 22311
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowAshlawn at Southern Towers
4921 Seminary RdAlexandria, VA 22311
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4901 Seminary RdAlexandria, VA 22311
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2900-2915 Seay StAlexandria, VA 22314
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCityside Huntington Metro
6034 Richmond HwyAlexandria, VA 22303
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$1,302 - $1,920
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375 S Reynolds StAlexandria, VA 22304
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowBroadstone Van Dorn
420 N Van Dorn StAlexandria, VA 22304
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowMason at Van Dorn
140 S Van Dorn StAlexandria, VA 22304
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowKey Towers
6060 Tower CtAlexandria, VA 22304
60 S Van Dorn St
AlexandriaVA22304
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766 N Howard StAlexandria, VA 22304
2500 N Van Dorn St
AlexandriaVA22302
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Stoneridge at Mark Center Apartment Homes
5797A Rayburn AveAlexandria, VA 22311
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Brookdale at Mark Center Apartment Homes
1400 N Beauregard StAlexandria, VA 22311
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowWhitestone at Landmark
250 S Whiting StAlexandria, VA 22304
2059 Huntington Ave
AlexandriaVA22303
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowSeminary Towers
4701 Kenmore AveAlexandria, VA 22304
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Willow Run at Mark Center Apartment Homes
935 N Van Dorn StAlexandria, VA 22304
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135 Normandy Hill DrAlexandria, VA 22304
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowLondon Park Towers Apartments
5375 Duke StAlexandria, VA 22304
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101 North Ripley Apartments
101 N Ripley StAlexandria, VA 22304
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowAcclaim at Alexandria
346 S Whiting StAlexandria, VA 22304
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Lynbrook at Mark Center Apartment Homes
5510 Ascot CtAlexandria, VA 22311
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowSouth Port
6112 Edsall RdAlexandria, VA 22304
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowLandmark Towers
101 S Whiting StAlexandria, VA 22304
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Bennington Crossings Apartment Homes
4411 N Armistead StAlexandria, VA 22312
5911 Edsall Rd
AlexandriaVA22304
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityLandmark Terrace
5803 Edsall RdAlexandria, VA 22304
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Braddock Lee
2423 Menokin DrAlexandria, VA 22302
2237 Farrington Ave
AlexandriaVA22303
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5831 Quantrell Ave
AlexandriaVA22312
2633 Fort Farnsworth Rd
AlexandriaVA22303
4600 Duke St
AlexandriaVA22304
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Alante in Alexandria
4820 Kenmore AveAlexandria, VA 22304
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Point at Eisenhower Square
2827 Telek PlAlexandria, VA 22314
8 S Van Dorn St
AlexandriaVA22304
26 Canterbury Square
AlexandriaVA22304
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCameron Square
5555 Cardinal PlAlexandria, VA 22304
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowContempo NOVA
5760 Dow AveAlexandria, VA 22304
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Arbors on Duke
5250 Duke StAlexandria, VA 22304
2624 Wagon Dr
AlexandriaVA22303
5929 Quantrell Ave
AlexandriaVA22312
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Belhaven Apartments
6375 Richmond HwyAlexandria, VA 22306
2301 Farrington Ave
AlexandriaVA22303
5500 Holmes Run Pkwy
AlexandriaVA22304
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Ridgeleigh at Van Dorn
5901 Coverdale WayAlexandria, VA 22310
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowHalstead Alexandria
1459 N Beauregard StAlexandria, VA 22311
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The Courts at Huntington Station
5950 Grand Pavilion WayAlexandria, VA 22303
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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 | $1,559 | $1,148 | $2,656 |
| Backlick Run 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,947 | $1,302 | $7,053 |
| Backlick Run 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,465 | $1,621 | $7,403 |
| Backlick Run 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,743 | $1,920 | $5,151 |
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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 Ashlawn at Southern Towers priced from $1,126. Sherwood at Southern Towers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,204. Here are the most affordable Backlick Run apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Ashlawn at Southern Towers | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,126 |
| Sherwood at Southern Towers | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,204 |
| Broadstone Van Dorn | Caas | Studio,1BA | $1,260 |
| Stratford at Southern Towers | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,273 |
| Cityside Huntington Metro | Studio 430 sq. ft. | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| Mason at Van Dorn | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,336 |
| Foxchase | The Washington | 1BR,1BA | $1,398 |
| Riverside Apartments | Tower 2 | Studio | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,404 |
| Stoneridge at Mark Center Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,405 |
| Key Towers | Overton | Studio,1BA | $1,425 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Backlick Run, VA
As of April 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Backlick Run area is the $2.09 price per square foot Design 2A20 Premier Model at The Summit in the in the Maple Grove Estates neighborhood starting from $2,348. 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. |
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| The Summit | Design 2A20 Premier | 2BR,2BA | $2.09 |
| Landmark Towers | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.28 |
| Willow Run at Mark Center Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom 1.5 Bath- 1047 sqft | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.16 |
| Excelsior Tower | Picasso | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Kings Gardens | 1Bedroom Den 1Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| Stoneridge at Mark Center Apartment Homes | One Bedroom w/ Den | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| Woodmont Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Broadstone Van Dorn | Ford | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Key Towers | Overton | Studio ,1BA | $1.98 |
| South Port | 732sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Backlick Run Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Backlick Run?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Backlick Run is under $1,425.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Backlick Run?
The cheapest apartment in Backlick Run is Sherwood at Southern Towers which is listed at $1,368, while the average apartment in Backlick Run costs $2,600.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Backlick Run?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 55 regular apartments in Backlick Run that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Backlick Run?
Cheap apartments in Backlick Run have an average cost of $204 which is $2,396 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Backlick Run.
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