
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mt Ida Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $1,000 (46 Rentals)
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Presidential Greens

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Eaton Square

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Glebe House Apartments

205 E Glebe Rd, Unit a

Del Ray Nelson

113 E Glebe Rd

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3712 Valley Dr

17 Auburn Ct, Unit C

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Commonwealth Terrace Apartments

6 Leadbeater Street

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Mason Avenue Apartments

3592 Martha Custis Dr
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3540 Martha Custis Dr

The Gardens at Del Ray II

3710 Gunston Rd

Allendale Garden Apartments

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Bell Arlington Ridge

3456 S Stafford St

3400 25th St S

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Avalon at Arlington Square

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Alister Arlington Ridge
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Apex Apartments

Hazel National Landing

3600 S Glebe Rd

Azure National Landing

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The Sur

Apex Apartments

Arna Valley View Apartments

3650 S Glebe Rd, Unit 349

Camden Potomac Yard
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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 | $1,864 | $1,099 | $3,788 |
| Mt Ida 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,378 | $1,315 | $5,305 |
| Mt Ida 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,367 | $1,659 | $7,981 |
| Mt Ida 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,449 | $3,200 | $7,738 |
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There are currently 46 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 $1,099. Presidential Greens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,315. Here are the most affordable Mt Ida apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Square at 511 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
| Presidential Greens | Plan A1B/A1C | 1BR,1BA | $1,315 |
| Eaton Square | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Lloyd Apartments | 1D | 1BR,1BA | $1,419 |
| Glebe House Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| Allendale Garden Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Del Ray Nelson | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| The Aspen | St. Asaph | Studio,1BA | $1,688 |
| Jackson Crossing | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,740 |
| The Station At Potomac Yard Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,775 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mt Ida, VA
As of August 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mt Ida area is the $2.68 price per square foot B2A Model at Bell Arlington Ridge in the in the Northeast Alexandria neighborhood starting from $2,770. The second greatest value Mt Ida apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Apex Apartments starting at $2,073 with a $2.42 price per square foot in the Northeast Alexandria neighborhood. 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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| Bell Arlington Ridge | B2A | 2BR,2BA | $2.68 |
| Apex Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.42 |
| Lloyd Apartments | 2E | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| The Station At Potomac Yard Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Jackson Crossing | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.63 |
| Allendale Garden Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| Presidential Greens | Plan A1D/A1ED | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Del Ray Nelson | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $2.75 |
| Eaton Square | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| The Square at 511 | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.36 |
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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 $1,315, while the average apartment in Mt Ida costs $2,492.
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 25 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 $361 which is $2,131 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mt Ida.
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