
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Guilford Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $800 (25 Rentals)
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8131 Pinelake Ct

3700 Roxbury Ln

8056 Central Park Dr

8032 Saint Annes Ct, Unit UL 1

6500 Osprey Point Ln
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8063 Saint Annes Ct, Unit Bedroom 2

4405 Groombridge Way

7009 Lamp Post Ln

2402 Parkers Ln

5340 Holmes Run Pky, Unit 909
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5340 Holmes Run Pky, Unit Pavilion On the Park

2317 Huntington Ave, Unit 724

2317 Huntington Ave, Unit 616

4862 Eisenhower Ave

8263 Russell Rd

12 S Van Dorn St
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60 S Van Dorn St, Unit West end condominium

5911 Edsall Rd, Unit PH10

6270 Edsall Rd, Unit 301

4 S Van Dorn St

5340 Holmes Run Pky, Unit Pavilion on the park

250 S Reynolds St, Unit 304
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27 Canterbury Sq, Unit 301
Guilford, Alexandria, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Guilford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guilford 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,760 | $1,895 | $4,200 |
| Guilford 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,562 | $2,300 | $4,950 |
| Guilford 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,949 | $2,895 | $6,700 |
| Guilford 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,600 | $3,500 | $5,200 |
| Guilford 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,700 | $4,600 | $8,800 |
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There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Guilford Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA.
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Cheapest Available Guilford Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Guilford area of Washington, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Stony Brook Apartments priced from $1,142. Meadow Woods has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,199. Here are the most affordable Guilford apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stony Brook Apartments | One-bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,142 |
| Meadow Woods | Wilson | Studio,1BA | $1,199 |
| Longview Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,224 |
| Broadstone Van Dorn | Caas | Studio,1BA | $1,345 |
| London Park Towers Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,364 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Guilford, VA
As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Guilford area is the $2.19 price per square foot 3Bedroom 1.5Bathroom Model at Kings Gardens in the in the Penn Draw neighborhood starting from $3,010. The second greatest value Guilford apartment is the C2-70 Model at Creekside Village starting at $2,445 with a $2.21 price per square foot in the Gum Springs neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Guilford apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Gardens | 3Bedroom 1.5Bathroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.19 |
| Creekside Village | C2-70 | 3BR,2BA | $2.21 |
| Lafayette Apartments | <h3><center><b>Two Bedroom</h3></center></b> | 2BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| The Fields of Alexandria | B3 | 2BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Crystal Woods | The Valencia | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| Key Towers | Overton | Studio ,1BA | $2.04 |
| South Port | 717sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Courts Of Mount Vernon | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| Longview Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| Stony Brook Apartments | One-bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Guilford?
There are currently 160 Apartments for Rent in Guilford, VA with pricing that ranges from $990 to $7,983. There are also 192 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Guilford ranging from $850 to $8,800.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Guilford?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Guilford ranges from $850 to $8,800 with an average monthly rent of $3,849.
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