
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Franconia Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $1,000 (32 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Franconia area of Alexandria.


127 S Jordan St, Unit Larger Upstairs Bedroom

5205 Cannes Ct

Mason at Van Dorn

Brent Place

Whitestone at Landmark

Skyview Apartments

Acclaim at Alexandria
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South Port

Contempo NOVA

Landmark Terrace

Sullivan Place

Bren Mar Apartments

Manchester Lakes

5812 Apsley House Ct
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5314 Larochelle Dr

5314 Larochelle Dr

6172 Morning Glory Rd

75 S Reynolds St
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6399 Stagg Ct, Unit One Bedroom

ReNew Springfield

Furnished Studio-Washington, D.C. - Springfield
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Franconia, Alexandria, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Franconia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franconia Studio Apartments | $1,504 | $1,285 | $2,690 |
| Franconia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,888 | $1,302 | $2,679 |
| Franconia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,392 | $1,621 | $3,777 |
| Franconia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,932 | $1,920 | $5,256 |
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There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Franconia Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA.
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Cheapest Available Franconia Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Franconia area of Alexandria, VA is a Studio unit found at Mason at Van Dorn priced from $1,285. Brent Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,302. Here are the most affordable Franconia apartments for rent in Alexandria, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mason at Van Dorn | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,285 |
| Brent Place | Brent 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,302 |
| Whitestone at Landmark | The Yellowstone | Studio,1BA | $1,389 |
| Skyview Apartments | Type A | 1BR,1BA | $1,515 |
| Acclaim at Alexandria | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| South Port | 717sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1,558 |
| Contempo NOVA | A1 - Studio with Den | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
| Springfield Square | Heritage | 1BR,1BA | $1,638 |
| Bren Mar Apartments | The Mason | 1BR,1BA | $1,684 |
| The Tuscany Apartments | The Monti | 1BR,1BA | $1,692 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Franconia, VA
As of December 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Franconia area is the $2.10 price per square foot The Bristol Model at The Reserve at Eisenhower in the in the Maple Grove Estates neighborhood starting from $2,410. The second greatest value Franconia apartment is the Design 2A20 Model at The Summit starting at $2,580 with a $2.30 price per square foot in the Maple Grove Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Franconia apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Reserve at Eisenhower | The Bristol | 2BR,2BA | $2.10 |
| The Summit | Design 2A20 | 2BR,2BA | $2.30 |
| Henley at Kingstowne | B2 - 1004 sq. ft. | 2BR,2BA | $2.48 |
| Skyview Apartments | Type D | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.09 |
| The Tuscany Apartments | The Siena | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| Springfield Square | Heritage - Study | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| ReNew Springfield | Arlington | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| Landmark Ridge | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| South Port | 717sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Brent Place | Brent 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleFranconia, Alexandria, VA
Ranked #49
Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Franconia Neighborhood in Alexandria, VA
Walk Score®
48 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
53 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
27 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Franconia Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Franconia?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Franconia is under $1,692.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Franconia?
The cheapest apartment in Franconia is Brent Place which is listed at $1,302, while the average apartment in Franconia costs $2,719.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Franconia?
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 22 regular apartments in Franconia 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 Franconia?
Cheap apartments in Franconia have an average cost of $141 which is $2,578 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Franconia.
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