Cheap Homes for Rent in Franconia Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $800 (10 Rentals)

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Franconia, Alexandria, VA Local Guide

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 $1,475. Manchester Lakes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,487. Here are the most affordable Franconia apartments for rent in Alexandria, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mason at Van DornS1Studio,1BA$1,475
Manchester LakesThe Alexandria Premium (Active Sr. Community)1BR,1BA$1,487
Acclaim at AlexandriaStudioStudio,1BA$1,550

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Franconia, VA

As of June 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Franconia area is the $2.57 price per square foot BDC2 Model at Mallard Court Apartments in the in the Gum Springs neighborhood starting from $2,650. The second greatest value Franconia apartment is the 5911 Edsall Rd., APT #705 Model at 5911 Edsall Rd., APT #705 starting at $1,920 with a $1.89 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Mallard Court ApartmentsBDC22BR,2BA$2.57
5911 Edsall Rd., APT #7055911 Edsall Rd., APT #7052BR,2BA$1.89
The Ridgeleigh at Van DornThe Taylor2BR,2BA$2.49
Skyview ApartmentsType D2BR,1.5BA$2.09
The SummitDesign 1A151BR,1.5BA$2.36
Acclaim at Alexandria2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.47
Sullivan PlaceOne Bedroom Loft A1AL1BR,1BA$2.50
ReNew SpringfieldArlington1BR,1BA$2.47
South Port717sq ft1BR,1BA$2.39
Brent PlaceBrent 11BR,1BA$2.36

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Frequently Asked Questions about Franconia

What type of rentals are currently available in Franconia?

There are currently 69 Apartments for Rent in Franconia, VA with pricing that ranges from $1,200 to $5,500. There are also 89 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Franconia ranging from $800 to $5,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Franconia?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Franconia ranges from $800 to $5,995 with an average monthly rent of $2,841.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Franconia?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Franconia range from $2,210 to $5,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,000 to $5,995. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,050.

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