
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Franconia Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $1,000 (42 Rentals)
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7913 Central Park Cir

8032 Saint Annes Ct, Unit UL 1

8063 Saint Annes Ct, Unit Bedroom 2

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5806 Pearson Ln

75 S Reynolds St

Mason at Van Dorn

Whitestone at Landmark
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5804 Apsley House Ct

South Port

Manchester Lakes

Brent Place

Bren Mar Apartments

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Skyview Apartments

Landmark Terrace

4862 Eisenhower Ave
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Henley at Kingstowne

5608 Bloomfield Dr

Acclaim at Alexandria

60 S Van Dorn St, Unit West end condominium

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Arbors on Duke

Rose Hill Apartments

6220 Edsall Rd

Contempo NOVA
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Edlandria

250 S Reynolds St, Unit 304

Morris Glen

Edsall Station - Section 8

4405 Groombridge Way

Oakwood Meadow Senior Residences

7361 Crestleigh Cir

Edsall Gardens
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Woodlawn Garden Apartments

Landmark Ridge

6506 Osprey Point Ln

6500 Osprey Point Ln

8371 Stationhouse Ct

ReNew Springfield

Springfield Square

6270 Edsall Rd, Unit 301
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Springfield Gardens
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 | $1,851 | $1,400 | $2,505 |
| Franconia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,085 | $1,090 | $6,759 |
| Franconia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,667 | $1,721 | $7,403 |
| Franconia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,352 | $2,220 | $4,829 |
| Franconia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,052 | $8,052 | $8,052 |
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There are currently 42 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 $1,446. ReNew Springfield has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,579. 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: 0 Bed 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,446 |
| ReNew Springfield | Arlington | 1BR,1BA | $1,579 |
| Springfield Gardens | One Bedroom (1A) A | 1BR,1BA | $1,579 |
| South Port | 732sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1,584 |
| Manchester Lakes | The Alexandria Premium Plus (Active Sr. Community) | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Bren Mar Apartments | The Vola | 1BR,1BA | $1,634 |
| Henley at Kingstowne | A1 - 693 sq. ft. | 1BR,1BA | $1,667 |
| Brent Place | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,721 |
| Landmark Ridge | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,762 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Franconia, VA
As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Franconia area is the $2.21 price per square foot Douglas Model at ReNew Springfield in the in the Springfield neighborhood starting from $2,719. The second greatest value Franconia apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Landmark Ridge starting at $2,430 with a $2.34 price per square foot in the Central Springfield 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| ReNew Springfield | Douglas | 3BR,2BA | $2.21 |
| Landmark Ridge | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.34 |
| Cortland Landmark | Pentagon-Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| The Tuscany Apartments | The Bellini | 2BR,2BA | $2.30 |
| The Summit | Design 1A15 | 1BR,2BA | $2.18 |
| Acclaim at Alexandria | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Bren Mar Apartments | The Lawson | 2BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| Brent Place | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Springfield Square | Heritage - Study | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| South Port | 717sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Franconia Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Franconia?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Franconia is at Mason at Van Dorn listed at $1,446.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Franconia Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Franconia Apartment is $1,545 at Mason at Van Dorn.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Franconia Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Franconia is starting from $1,721 at Brent Place.
What is the most affordable Franconia Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Franconia Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Brent Place and starts from $2,220.
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