7913 Central Park Cir
AlexandriaVA22309
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Franconia Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $1,000 (45 Rentals)
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8131 Pinelake Ct, Unit Level 3 - Room 1, Unit Level 3 - Room 1
8131 Pinelake Ct
AlexandriaVA22309
8032 Saint Annes Ct, Unit UL 1, Unit UL 1
8032 Saint Annes Ct
AlexandriaVA22309
8056 Central Park Dr
AlexandriaVA22309
4432 Longworthe Sq, Unit UL3, Unit UL3
4432 Longworthe Sq
AlexandriaVA22309
5823 Pearson Ln
AlexandriaVA22304
6615 Schurtz St
AlexandriaVA22310
6113 Liverpool Ln
AlexandriaVA22315
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$1,302 - $1,920
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityBrent Place
375 S Reynolds StAlexandria, VA 22304
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$1,382 - $3,103
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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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$1,459 - $2,160
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowWhitestone at Landmark
250 S Whiting StAlexandria, VA 22304
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$1,545 - $1,775
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowManchester Lakes
7131 Silver Lake BlvdAlexandria, VA 22315
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$1,550 - $2,495
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowAcclaim at Alexandria
346 S Whiting StAlexandria, VA 22304
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$1,640 - $2,240
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityLandmark Terrace
5803 Edsall RdAlexandria, VA 22304
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$1,650 - $2,150
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$1,650 - $2,150
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Skyview Apartments
8424 Sky View DrAlexandria, VA 22309
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$1,670 - $2,512
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowSouth Port
6112 Edsall RdAlexandria, VA 22304
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$1,674 - $2,235
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowBren Mar Apartments
6374 Beryl RdAlexandria, VA 22312
4600 Duke St
AlexandriaVA22304
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5608 Bloomfield Dr
AlexandriaVA22312
6540 Windham Ave
AlexandriaVA22315
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$1,819 - $3,274
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowContempo NOVA
5760 Dow AveAlexandria, VA 22304
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$1,844 - $2,431
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$1,818 - $2,405
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Arbors on Duke
5250 Duke StAlexandria, VA 22304
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$1,860 - $2,880
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Ridgeleigh at Van Dorn
5901 Coverdale WayAlexandria, VA 22310
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$1,881 - $3,766
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$1,637 - $3,522
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$1,881 - $3,766
Sullivan Place
5575 Vincent Gate TerAlexandria, VA 22312
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$1,895 - $2,795
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityEdlandria
6198 Edsall RdAlexandria, VA 22304
6939 Mary Caroline Cir
AlexandriaVA22310
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$1,935 - $2,390
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowRose Hill Apartments
6198 Rose Hill DrAlexandria, VA 22310
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$2,000 - $2,650
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowMallard Courts Apartments
4511 Colony CtAlexandria, VA 22309
250 S Reynolds St, Unit 304, Unit 304
250 S Reynolds St
AlexandriaVA22304
255 S Pickett St
AlexandriaVA22304
5605 Franconia Rd
AlexandriaVA22310
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Morris Glen
7000 Schoonmaker CtAlexandria, VA 22310
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Edsall Station - Section 8
6272 Edsall RdAlexandria, VA 22312
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Oakwood Meadow Senior Residences
5815 S Van Dorn StAlexandria, VA 22310
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Edsall Gardens
6438 Edsall RdAlexandria, VA 22312
75 S Reynolds St
AlexandriaVA22304
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Woodlawn Garden Apartments
8488 Richmond HwyAlexandria, VA 22309
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Landmark Ridge
6161 Edsall RdAlexandria, VA 22304
6506 Osprey Point Ln
FranconiaVA22315
5929 Camberly Ave
SpringfieldVA22150
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$1,599 - $3,143
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowReNew Springfield
5734 Backlick RdSpringfield, VA 22150
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$1,909 - $3,288
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$1,871 - $3,250
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Residences at Springfield Station
6802 Junction BlvdSpringfield, VA 22150
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Lee Valley Apartments
6535 Lee Valley DrSpringfield, VA 22150
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Springfield Gardens
6116 Cumberland AveSpringfield, VA 22150
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Springfield Square
7000 Rhoden CtSpringfield, VA 22151
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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 | $1,727 | $1,382 | $2,369 |
| Franconia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,012 | $1,302 | $6,759 |
| Franconia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,562 | $1,621 | $7,403 |
| Franconia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,121 | $1,920 | $4,410 |
| Franconia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,450 | $9,450 | $9,450 |
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There are currently 45 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 $1,382. Manchester Lakes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,545. Here are the most affordable Franconia apartments for rent in Alexandria, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Mason at Van Dorn | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,382 |
| Manchester Lakes | The Alexandria Premium Plus (Active Sr. Community) | 1BR,1BA | $1,545 |
| Acclaim at Alexandria | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,590 |
| ReNew Springfield | Arlington | 1BR,1BA | $1,599 |
| Springfield Gardens | One Bedroom (1A) A | 1BR,1BA | $1,615 |
| Cortland Landmark | Alexandria-Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,639 |
| Whitestone at Landmark | The Redstone | 1BR,1BA | $1,647 |
| Skyview Apartments | Type A | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| South Port | 732sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1,670 |
| Bren Mar Apartments | The Mason | 1BR,1BA | $1,674 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Franconia, VA
As of May 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Franconia area is the $2.33 price per square foot Oak Model at Park Place in the in the Loisdale Estates neighborhood starting from $2,743. The second greatest value Franconia apartment is the Design 2A20 Premier Model at The Summit starting at $2,366 with a $2.11 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. |
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| Park Place | Oak | 2BR,2BA | $2.33 |
| The Summit | Design 2A20 Premier | 2BR,2BA | $2.11 |
| Springfield Square | Buchanan | 2BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Landmark Ridge | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.58 |
| Cortland Landmark | Pentagon-Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| Acclaim at Alexandria | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.47 |
| The Ridgeleigh at Van Dorn | The Ryan | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| Skyview Apartments | Type B - 1 bedroom w/den | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| ReNew Springfield | Arlington | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| South Port | 717sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
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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 $1,674.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Franconia?
The cheapest apartment in Franconia is Manchester Lakes which is listed at $1,545, while the average apartment in Franconia costs $11,098.
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 23 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 $471 which is $10,627 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Franconia.
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