
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mount Vernon Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $1,000 (12 Rentals)
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Mount Vernon, Alexandria, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mount Vernon?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Vernon 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,782 | $1,142 | $1,995 |
| Mount Vernon 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,031 | $1,575 | $2,650 |
| Mount Vernon 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,375 | $1,591 | $2,880 |
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Cheapest Available Mount Vernon Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mount Vernon area of Washington, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Courts Of Mount Vernon priced from $1,505. Stony Brook Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,575. Here are the most affordable Mount Vernon apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Courts Of Mount Vernon | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,505 |
| Stony Brook Apartments | Two-bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,575 |
| Creekside Village I | A1-60 | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Skyview Apartments | Type B - 1 bedroom w/den | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Abbotts Run Apartment Homes | The Madison | 1BR,1BA | $1,926 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mount Vernon, VA
As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon 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 |
| Mallard Courts Apartments | C2 - | 3BR,2BA | $2.64 |
| Skyview Apartments | Type B - 1 bedroom w/den | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Creekside Village I | A1-70 | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| Stony Brook Apartments | Two-bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| Abbotts Run Apartment Homes | The Madison | 1BR,1BA | $2.78 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mount Vernon Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mount Vernon?
The cheapest apartment in Mount Vernon is Courts Of Mount Vernon which is listed at $1,505, while the average apartment in Mount Vernon costs $2,395.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mount Vernon?
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 98 regular apartments in Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon?
Cheap apartments in Mount Vernon have an average cost of $1,175 which is $1,220 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mount Vernon.
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