
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mt Ida Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $1,250 (56 Rentals)
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Presidential Greens

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Eaton Square

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The Aspen

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Glebe House Apartments

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Lloyd Apartments

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Del Ray Nelson

113 E Glebe Rd

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Del Ray Tower at Fuse

1225 Martha Custis Dr, Unit 815
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Jackson Crossing

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The Station At Potomac Yard Apartments

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New Brookside Apartments

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Del Ray Bellefonte

1707 Dewitt Ave

1800 Dewitt Ave

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Del Ray Central at Fuse

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Reserve at Potomac Yard

3250 Martha Custis Dr

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Oakville
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Commonwealth Terrace Apartments

1225 Martha Custis Dr, Unit 815

6 Leadbeater Street

Mason Avenue Apartments

Mason Avenue Apartments

3592 Martha Custis Dr

1647 Fitzgerald Ln

3710 Gunston Rd

3328 Gunston Rd
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The Gardens at Del Ray II

1622 Ripon Pl

3454 Martha Custis Dr

1506 B Mt Vernon Ave

1506 Mt Vernon Ave

3553 Martha Custis Dr

3408 25th St S

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Allendale Garden Apartments

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Avalon at Arlington Square

2055 26th St S, Unit 2055 26th St S #110, Arlington, VA 22206
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3537 S Stafford St, Unit 3537 S. Stafford St. #B1, Arlington, VA 22206

3400 25th St S

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Apex Apartments

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Bell Arlington Ridge

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Hazel National Landing

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Azure National Landing

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3030 Potomac Ave, Unit GO FL3-ID1009

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3030 Potomac Ave, Unit SI FL3-ID1011

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3030 Potomac Ave, Unit SI FL3-ID1011

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The Sur
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Mt Ida, Alexandria, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mt Ida?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mt Ida Studio Apartments | $1,750 | $1,299 | $2,782 |
| Mt Ida 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,383 | $1,307 | $3,738 |
| Mt Ida 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,296 | $1,553 | $7,650 |
| Mt Ida 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,626 | $3,132 | $7,738 |
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There are currently 56 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Mt Ida Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA.
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Cheapest Available Mt Ida Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mt Ida area of Washington, VA is a Studio unit found at The Square at 511 priced from $1,299. Presidential Greens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,307. Here are the most affordable Mt Ida apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| The Square at 511 | 0/1/A-R | Studio, 1BA | $1,299 |
| Presidential Greens | Plan A1C | 1BR, 1BA | $1,307 |
| Eaton Square | A2 | 1BR, 1BA | $1,409 |
| Glebe House Apartments | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1,450 |
| The Aspen | Potomac A | Studio, 1BA | $1,469 |
| Allendale Garden Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1,500 |
| Lloyd Apartments | 1B | 1BR, 1BA | $1,509 |
| Del Ray Nelson | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio, 1BA | $1,549 |
| Jackson Crossing | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1,734 |
| The Station At Potomac Yard Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,775 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mt Ida, VA
As of September 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mt Ida area is the $2.42 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Apex Apartments in the Northeast Alexandria neighborhood starting from $2,073. The second greatest value Mt Ida apartment is the 2E Model at Lloyd Apartments in the Northeast Alexandria neighborhood starting at $1,899 with a $2.37 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mt Ida apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Apex Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR, 2BA | $2.42 |
| Lloyd Apartments | 2E | 2BR, 1BA | $2.37 |
| The Station At Potomac Yard Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $2.23 |
| Jackson Crossing | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $2.62 |
| Mason Avenue Apartments | 1BR A-Renovated | 1BR, 1BA | $2.77 |
| Mason Avenue Apartments | 1BR A-Renovated | 1BR, 1BA | $2.77 |
| Allendale Garden Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR, 1BA | $2.40 |
| Del Ray Nelson | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio, 1BA | $2.58 |
| Eaton Square | A2 | 1BR, 1BA | $2.37 |
| Presidential Greens | Plan A1B | 1BR, 1BA | $2.37 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMt Ida, Alexandria, VA
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3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Mt Ida, Alexandria, VA
George Mason Elementary School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mt Ida Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Mt Ida?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Mt Ida is under $1,775.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mt Ida?
The cheapest apartment in Mt Ida is Presidential Greens which is listed at $1,307, while the average apartment in Mt Ida costs $2,538.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mt Ida?
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 24 regular apartments in Mt Ida 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 Mt Ida?
Cheap apartments in Mt Ida have an average cost of $162 which is $2,376 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mt Ida.
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