
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hayfield Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $900 (47 Rentals)
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7913 Central Park Cir

3204 Beechcraft Dr

8032 Saint Annes Ct, Unit UL 1, Unit UL 1

8056 Central Park Dr

8131 Pinelake Ct, Unit Level 1 - Room 1, Unit Level 1 - Room 1

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4432 Longworthe Sq, Unit UL3, Unit UL3

9215 Cherrytree Dr, Unit Secondary w Private Bath, Unit Secondary w Private Bath
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The Landings I

Meadow Woods

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The Residences at North Hill

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Skyview Apartments

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6540 Windham Ave

Mount Vernon Gardens

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8415 Benecia Ct

8864 Walutes Cir

The Landings 2

9011 Backlick Rd

Hanover Springfield

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Residences at Springfield Station

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Belvoir Square
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Hayfield, Alexandria, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hayfield?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hayfield Studio Apartments | $2,041 | $1,300 | $3,023 |
| Hayfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,051 | $1,150 | $3,857 |
| Hayfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,374 | $1,395 | $4,286 |
| Hayfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,843 | $1,775 | $4,199 |
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There are currently 47 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Hayfield Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA.
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Cheapest Available Hayfield Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hayfield area of Washington, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at Stony Brook Apartments priced from $1,395. Courts Of Mount Vernon has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,470. Here are the most affordable Hayfield apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stony Brook Apartments | Two-bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Courts Of Mount Vernon | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,470 |
| Haven Huntley Meadows | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| The Landings 2 | One BR/One BA 60% AMI | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Manchester Lakes | The Alexandria Premium Plus (Active Sr. Community) | 1BR,1BA | $1,545 |
| Meadow Woods | Patrick Henry | 2BR,1BA | $1,599 |
| Lafayette Apartments | 1 Bedroom+Den | 1BR,1BA | $1,599 |
| The Residences at North Hill | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,611 |
| Springfield Gardens | One Bedroom (1A) A | 1BR,1BA | $1,619 |
| Beacon Hill | Piper | Studio,1BA | $1,670 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hayfield, VA
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hayfield area is the $2.23 price per square foot C1 Model at Courts Of Mount Vernon in the in the Gum Springs neighborhood starting from $2,880. The second greatest value Hayfield apartment is the 7918 Casa Grande Pl Model at 7918 Casa Grande Pl, Unit SEQUOYAH starting at $2,650 with a $2.15 price per square foot in the Gum Springs neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hayfield apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Courts Of Mount Vernon | C1 | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.23 |
| 7918 Casa Grande Pl, Unit SEQUOYAH | 7918 Casa Grande Pl | 3BR,2BA | $2.15 |
| Oaks of Woodlawn | 2x2 1035 | 2BR,2BA | $2.21 |
| Washington Square | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Type B | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.13 |
| Skyview Apartments | Type B - 1 bedroom w/den | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Stony Brook Apartments | Three-bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.13 |
| Lafayette Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| Meadow Woods | Patrick Henry | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| Haven Huntley Meadows | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| The Landings 2 | One BR/One BA 60% AMI | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hayfield Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Hayfield?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Hayfield is under $1,670.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hayfield?
The cheapest apartment in Hayfield is Courts Of Mount Vernon which is listed at $1,470, while the average apartment in Hayfield costs $2,650.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hayfield?
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 33 regular apartments in Hayfield 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 Hayfield?
Cheap apartments in Hayfield have an average cost of $241 which is $2,409 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hayfield.
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