Cheap Homes for Rent in Backlick Run Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $900 (14 Rentals)

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property at 5823 Pearson Ln

$1,120

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$1,120

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$1,120

4 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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5823 Pearson Ln

AlexandriaVA22304
property at 113 E Taylor Run Pkwy

$1,500

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$1,500

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$1,500

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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113 E Taylor Run Pkwy

AlexandriaVA22314
property at 491 N Armistead St

$1,575 - $1,750

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$1,575

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$1,575

1 Bedroom Rentals

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491 N Armistead St

AlexandriaVA22312
property at 75 S Reynolds St

$1,600 - $2,400

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$1,600

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$1,600

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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75 S Reynolds St

AlexandriaVA22304

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property at 60 S Van Dorn St

$1,690

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$1,690

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$1,690

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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60 S Van Dorn St, Unit 413

60 S Van Dorn St
AlexandriaVA22304
property at 630 N Armistead St

$1,996

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$1,996

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$1,996

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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630 N Armistead St

AlexandriaVA22312
property at 250 S Reynolds St

$2,000

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$2,000

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$2,000

1 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent

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250 S Reynolds St, Unit 304

250 S Reynolds St
AlexandriaVA22304

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Backlick Run, Alexandria, VA Local Guide

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 Sherwood at Southern Towers priced from $1,218. Longview Terrace Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,242. Here are the most affordable Backlick Run apartments for rent in Washington, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sherwood at Southern TowersS1AStudio,1BA$1,218
Longview Terrace Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,242
Broadstone Van DornCaasStudio,1BA$1,257
Riverside ApartmentsTower 2 | Studio | S1AStudio,1BA$1,299
Stratford at Southern TowersS1AStudio,1BA$1,303

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Backlick Run, VA

As of May 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Backlick Run area is the $2.12 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at The Shelby in the in the Valley View neighborhood starting from $2,679. The second greatest value Backlick Run apartment is the Design 1A15 Model at The Summit starting at $2,080 with a $2.25 price per square foot in the Maple Grove Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Backlick Run apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The ShelbyTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.12
The SummitDesign 1A151BR,1.5BA$2.25
The Alante in AlexandriaThe Uplift2BR,1BA$2.24
Key TowersMonticello1BR,1BA$1.91
Willow Run at Mark Center Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.84
Kings Gardens1Bedroom Den 1Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.05
Excelsior TowerMonet - Den1BR,1BA$2.29
Bennington Crossings Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.05
South Port717sq ft1BR,1BA$2.20
Longview Terrace Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.98

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Backlick Run, Alexandria, VA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Backlick Run

What type of rentals are currently available in Backlick Run?

There are currently 137 Apartments for Rent in Backlick Run, VA with pricing that ranges from $1,242 to $7,983. There are also 105 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Backlick Run ranging from $900 to $15,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Backlick Run?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Backlick Run ranges from $900 to $15,900 with an average monthly rent of $5,716.

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