
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Memorial Heights Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $900 (27 Rentals)
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3204 Beechcraft Dr

2820 Dart Dr

Cityside Huntington Metro

Monticello-Lee

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2059 Huntington Ave

Haven Huntley Meadows

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Meadow Woods

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2618 Fort Farnsworth Rd

Mount Vernon Gardens

Colchester Towne
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Gum Springs Glen

CREEKSIDE VILLAGE II

Bridgeyard

Jefferson Gardens

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Huntington Gardens Apartments

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2629 Fort Farnsworth Rd, Unit 276
Memorial Heights, Alexandria, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Memorial Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial Heights Studio Apartments | $1,814 | $1,300 | $5,995 |
| Memorial Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,085 | $1,450 | $9,113 |
| Memorial Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,566 | $1,599 | $9,047 |
| Memorial Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,648 | $2,290 | $4,061 |
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Cheapest Available Memorial Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Memorial Heights area of Washington, VA is a Studio unit found at Cityside Huntington Metro priced from $1,300. Monticello-Lee has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,439. Here are the most affordable Memorial Heights apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cityside Huntington Metro | Studio 430 sq. ft. | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| Monticello-Lee | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,439 |
| Mount Vernon Square Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 665 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Riverside Apartments | Tower 2 | Studio | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,451 |
| Haven Huntley Meadows | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,455 |
| Lafayette Apartments | 1 Bedroom+Den | 1BR,1BA | $1,599 |
| Meadow Woods | Woodlawn | 2BR,1BA | $1,599 |
| Beacon Hill | Piper | Studio,1BA | $1,610 |
| The Residences at North Hill | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,611 |
| Kings Gardens | 1Bedroom 1Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,666 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Memorial Heights, VA
As of April 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Memorial Heights area is the $2.15 price per square foot 3Bedroom 1.5Bathroom Model at Kings Gardens in the in the Valley View neighborhood starting from $2,954. The second greatest value Memorial Heights apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Haven Huntley Meadows starting at $1,845 with a $2.26 price per square foot in the Gum Springs neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Memorial Heights 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 | $2.15 |
| Haven Huntley Meadows | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| The Courts at Huntington Station | One Bedroom A1C | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| The Shelby | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| Lafayette Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| Monticello-Lee | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.01 |
| Meadow Woods | Woodlawn | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| The Residences at North Hill | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| Mount Vernon Square Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 665 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Cityside Huntington Metro | Studio 430 sq. ft. | Studio ,1BA | $3.02 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Memorial Heights Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Memorial Heights?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Memorial Heights is under $1,666.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Memorial Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Memorial Heights is Haven Huntley Meadows which is listed at $1,355, while the average apartment in Memorial Heights costs $2,554.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Memorial Heights?
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 36 regular apartments in Memorial Heights 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 Memorial Heights?
Cheap apartments in Memorial Heights have an average cost of $242 which is $2,312 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Memorial Heights.
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