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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowStony Brook Apartments
3600 Buckman RdAlexandria, VA 22309
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Gum Springs Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $900 (10 Rentals)
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowMeadow Woods
3308 Lockheed BlvdAlexandria, VA 22306
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowLafayette Apartments
7136 Groveton Gardens RdAlexandria, VA 22306
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Mount Vernon Gardens
7417-7421 Fordson RdAlexandria, VA 22306
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Colchester Towne
7988 Audubon AveAlexandria, VA 22306
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Rolling Hills Apartments
3707 Rolling Hills AveAlexandria, VA 22309
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Gum Springs Glen
7837-7839 Richmond HwyAlexandria, VA 22306
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CREEKSIDE VILLAGE II
7979 Janna Lee AveAlexandria, VA 22306
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Carydale Village
8073 Janna Lee AveAlexandria, VA 22309
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Mount Vernon Apartments
8263 Russell RdAlexandria, VA 22309
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Gum Springs, Alexandria, VA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Gum Springs?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gum Springs Studio Apartments | $1,546 | $1,359 | $1,862 |
| Gum Springs 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,726 | $1,108 | $2,340 |
| Gum Springs 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,019 | $1,575 | $2,767 |
| Gum Springs 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,421 | $1,775 | $2,900 |
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Cheapest Available Gum Springs Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Gum Springs area of Washington, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Stony Brook Apartments priced from $1,108. Meadow Woods has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,279. Here are the most affordable Gum Springs apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Stony Brook Apartments | One-bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,108 |
| Meadow Woods | Wilson | Studio,1BA | $1,279 |
| Lafayette Apartments | 1 Bedroom+Den | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gum Springs, VA
As of February 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gum Springs area is the $2.64 price per square foot C2 - Model at Mallard Court Apartments in the in the Gum Springs neighborhood starting from $2,650. The second greatest value Gum Springs apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Lafayette Apartments starting at $1,699 with a $1.90 price per square foot in the Gum Springs neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gum Springs apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Mallard Court Apartments | C2 - | 3BR,2BA | $2.64 |
| Lafayette Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Skyview Apartments | Type B - 1 bedroom w/den | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Haven Huntley Meadows | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Stony Brook Apartments | Two-bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| Courts Of Mount Vernon | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Cherry Arms | 1Bedroom 1Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| The Residences at North Hill | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| Mount Vernon Square Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 665 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| Meadow Woods | Wilson | Studio ,1BA | $2.72 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Gum Springs Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Gum Springs?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Gum Springs is under $1,747.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Gum Springs?
The cheapest apartment in Gum Springs is Stony Brook Apartments which is listed at $1,108, while the average apartment in Gum Springs costs $2,497.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Gum Springs?
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 17 regular apartments in Gum Springs 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 Gum Springs?
Cheap apartments in Gum Springs have an average cost of $235 which is $2,262 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Gum Springs.
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