
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Franconia Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $1,000 (24 Rentals)
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5205 Cannes Ct

127 S Jordan St, Unit Downstairs Bedroom

Brent Place

Mason at Van Dorn

Whitestone at Landmark

7922 Fitzroy St, Unit Basement

Acclaim at Alexandria

South Port

Mallard Court Apartments

5812 Apsley House Ct

7913 Central Park Cir

7611 Kingsbury Rd

7357 Crestleigh Cir

6172 Morning Glory Rd

6399 Stagg Ct, Unit Master Bedroom

8502 Kernon Ct

6360 Dakine Cir
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 | $1,489 | $1,327 | $2,102 |
| Franconia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,915 | $1,302 | $3,437 |
| Franconia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,398 | $1,621 | $3,705 |
| Franconia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,740 | $1,920 | $3,739 |
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There are currently 24 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 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 $1,327. Here are the most affordable Franconia apartments for rent in Alexandria, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brent Place | Brent 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,302 |
| Mason at Van Dorn | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,327 |
| Whitestone at Landmark | The Redstone | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| Acclaim at Alexandria | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| Mallard Court Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Franconia, VA
As of November 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Franconia area is the $2.09 price per square foot The Bristol Model at The Reserve at Eisenhower in the in the Maple Grove Estates neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Franconia apartment is the The Bardi (with den) Model at The Tuscany Apartments starting at $2,420 with a $2.42 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Reserve at Eisenhower | The Bristol | 2BR,2BA | $2.09 |
| The Tuscany Apartments | The Bardi (with den) | 1BR,2BA | $2.42 |
| Edlandria | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.10 |
| Windsor Kingstowne | The Avon (A2) | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| The Summit | Design 1A15 | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.01 |
| ReNew Springfield | Arlington | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| Skyview Apartments | Type A | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| South Port | 732sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Brent Place | Brent 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Sullivan Place | Studio E1A | Studio ,1BA | $2.52 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleFranconia, Alexandria, VA
Ranked #52
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet 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
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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 $1,660.
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 $2,606.
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 16 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 $191 which is $2,415 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Franconia.
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