
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mount Vernon Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $1,000 (12 Rentals)
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8056 Central Park Dr, Unit UL 1

8131 Pinelake Ct, Unit Level 1 - Room 1

Stony Brook Apartments

7913 Central Park Cir, Unit Master Bedroom

9215 Cherrytree Dr, Unit Secondary w Private Bath
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Colchester Towne

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Gum Springs Glen

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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 | $1,682 | $1,108 | $2,169 |
| Mount Vernon 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,039 | $1,395 | $2,695 |
| Mount Vernon 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,182 | $1,591 | $2,980 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Mount Vernon Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA.
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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 Stony Brook Apartments priced from $1,108. Washington Square has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,440. Here are the most affordable Mount Vernon apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stony Brook Apartments | One-bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,108 |
| Washington Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Type B | 1BR,1BA | $1,440 |
| Skyview Apartments | Type A | 1BR,1BA | $1,515 |
| Courts Of Mount Vernon | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,535 |
| Oaks of Woodlawn | 1x1 787 | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mount Vernon, VA
As of January 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mount Vernon area is the $2.31 price per square foot C1 Model at Courts Of Mount Vernon in the in the Gum Springs neighborhood starting from $2,980. The second greatest value Mount Vernon apartment is the 2x2 1035 Model at Oaks of Woodlawn starting at $2,290 with a $2.21 price per square foot in the Loisdale Estates 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 | $2.31 |
| Oaks of Woodlawn | 2x2 1035 | 2BR,2BA | $2.21 |
| Mallard Court Apartments | C2 - | 3BR,2BA | $2.64 |
| Skyview Apartments | Type B - 1 bedroom w/den | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Stony Brook Apartments | Three-bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.91 |
| Washington Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Type B | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| Abbotts Run Apartment Homes | The Madison | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
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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 Stony Brook Apartments which is listed at $1,108, while the average apartment in Mount Vernon costs $2,097.
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 15 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 $409 which is $1,688 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mount Vernon.
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