
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bren Mar Park Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $1,200 (44 Rentals)
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Bren Mar Park, Alexandria, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bren Mar Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bren Mar Park Studio Apartments | $1,492 | $1,336 | $2,419 |
| Bren Mar Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,906 | $1,302 | $6,759 |
| Bren Mar Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,335 | $1,621 | $7,403 |
| Bren Mar Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,778 | $1,920 | $3,561 |
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There are currently 44 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Bren Mar Park Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA.
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Cheapest Available Bren Mar Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bren Mar Park area of Washington, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Brent Place priced from $1,302. Mason at Van Dorn has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,336. Here are the most affordable Bren Mar Park apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brent Place | Brent 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,302 |
| Mason at Van Dorn | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,336 |
| Woodmont Park Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,398 |
| Key Towers | Overton | Studio,1BA | $1,490 |
| South Port | 732sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1,499 |
| Broadstone Van Dorn | Ford | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Acclaim at Alexandria | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| Lynbrook at Mark Center Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 680 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,560 |
| Arbors on Duke | Cedar | 1BR,1BA | $1,603 |
| Whitestone at Landmark | The Redstone | 1BR,1BA | $1,617 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bren Mar Park, VA
As of March 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bren Mar Park area is the $2.09 price per square foot Winchester Model at Key Towers in the in the Central Springfield neighborhood starting from $3,171. The second greatest value Bren Mar Park apartment is the 2 Bedrooms + 2 Baths Model at London Park Towers Apartments starting at $2,285 with a $1.74 price per square foot in the Alexandria West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bren Mar Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Key Towers | Winchester | 3BR,2BA | $2.09 |
| London Park Towers Apartments | 2 Bedrooms + 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.74 |
| Crystal Woods | The Carlyle | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.13 |
| South Port | 1157sq ft | 3BR,2BA | $2.06 |
| Lerner Morningside | Bentley - Gardens | 2BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Arbor Park of Alexandria | Two Bedroom B1B | 2BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| Willow Run at Mark Center Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| Springfield Square | Heritage - Study | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Broadstone Van Dorn | Ford | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Brent Place | Brent 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bren Mar Park Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Bren Mar Park?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Bren Mar Park is under $1,617.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bren Mar Park?
The cheapest apartment in Bren Mar Park is Brent Place which is listed at $1,302, while the average apartment in Bren Mar Park costs $2,741.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bren Mar Park?
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 34 regular apartments in Bren Mar Park 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 Bren Mar Park?
Cheap apartments in Bren Mar Park have an average cost of $247 which is $2,494 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bren Mar Park.
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