
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Gum Springs Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $1,500 (5 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Gum Springs?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gum Springs 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,400 | $2,400 | $2,400 |
| Gum Springs 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,610 | $2,990 | $4,500 |
| Gum Springs 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,820 | $3,125 | $4,350 |
| Gum Springs 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,375 | $4,350 | $4,400 |
| Gum Springs 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,100 | $5,100 | $5,100 |
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There are currently 5 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 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 Gum Springs 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 |
| Lafayette Apartments | <h3><center><b>One Bedroom</h3></center></b> | 1BR,1BA | $1,499 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gum Springs, VA
As of July 22, 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 |
| Lafayette Apartments | <h3><center><b>Two Bedroom</h3></center></b> | 2BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Washington Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Type B | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Courts Of Mount Vernon | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| The Residences at North Hill | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| Mount Vernon Square Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 665 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2.52 |
| Haven Huntley Meadows | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.63 |
| Stony Brook Apartments | One-bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Meadow Woods | Wilson | Studio ,1BA | $2.42 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Gum Springs?
There are currently 35 Apartments for Rent in Gum Springs, VA with pricing that ranges from $1,142 to $2,670. There are also 19 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Gum Springs ranging from $1,500 to $5,100.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Gum Springs?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Gum Springs ranges from $1,500 to $5,100 with an average monthly rent of $3,513.
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