
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Gum Springs Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $1,000 (30 Rentals)
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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 | $1,554 | $1,439 | $1,680 |
| Gum Springs 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,741 | $1,429 | $2,340 |
| Gum Springs 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,968 | $1,425 | $2,650 |
| Gum Springs 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,418 | $1,775 | $2,695 |
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There are currently 30 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Gum Springs Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA.
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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 Meadow Woods priced from $1,399. Lafayette Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,449. Here are the most affordable Gum Springs apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meadow Woods | Patrick Henry | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
| Lafayette Apartments | <h3><center><b>One Bedroom</h3></center></b> | 1BR,1BA | $1,449 |
| Beacon Hill | Piper | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| Courts Of Mount Vernon | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,565 |
| Stony Brook Apartments | Two-bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,575 |
| The Residences at North Hill | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,656 |
| Mount Vernon Square Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 735 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,675 |
| Creekside Village | B1-60 | 2BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Skyview Apartments | Type D-1 - 2 bedroom w/sunroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Mallard Courts Apartments | B1-Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $2,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gum Springs, VA
As of August 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gum Springs area is the $2.21 price per square foot C2-70 Model at Creekside Village in the in the Gum Springs neighborhood starting from $2,445. The second greatest value Gum Springs apartment is the Type D-1 - 2 bedroom w/sunroom Model at Skyview Apartments starting at $1,950 with a $1.89 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Creekside Village | C2-70 | 3BR,2BA | $2.21 |
| Skyview Apartments | Type D-1 - 2 bedroom w/sunroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.89 |
| Mallard Courts Apartments | C2 -RENOVATED | 3BR,2BA | $2.64 |
| Lafayette Apartments | <h3><center><b>Two Bedroom</h3></center></b> | 2BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Stony Brook Apartments | Two-bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| Courts Of Mount Vernon | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| The Residences at North Hill | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| Mount Vernon Square Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 665 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| Meadow Woods | Wilson | Studio ,1BA | $2.91 |
| Beacon Hill | Piper | Studio ,1BA | $3.52 |
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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 $2,150.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Gum Springs?
The cheapest apartment in Gum Springs is Meadow Woods which is listed at $1,399, while the average apartment in Gum Springs costs $1,900.
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 79 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 $1,200 which is $700 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Gum Springs.
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