
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mt Ida Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $1,000 (52 Rentals)
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Presidential Greens

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Eaton Square

Lloyd Apartments

Glebe House Apartments

3911 Elbert Ave

Mason Arms Apartments

Del Ray Nelson

The Aspen

Jackson Crossing
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Del Ray Tower at Fuse

1225 Martha Custis Dr

3102 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 104

The Station At Potomac Yard Apartments

Del Ray Bellefonte

3201 Commonwealth Ave

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Del Ray Central at Fuse

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Reserve at Potomac Yard

1536 Mt Eagle Pl

7 E Glebe Rd, Unit C
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Oakville

109 E Glebe Rd, Unit C

3714 Edison St

1628 Ripon Pl

Beverly Hills Court

Commonwealth Terrace Apartments

New Brookside Apartments

6 Leadbeater Street

Mason Avenue Apartments

Mason Avenue Apartments
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3592 Martha Custis Dr

3540 Martha Custis Dr

The Gardens at Del Ray II

1800 Mt Vernon Ave

3472 Gunston Rd

1760 Preston Rd

1643 Preston Rd

Apex Apartments

Allendale Garden Apartments

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Alister Arlington Ridge
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Bell Arlington Ridge

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Avalon at Arlington Square

Hazel National Landing

3400 25th St S

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The Sur

Azure National Landing

3600 S Glebe Rd

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3400 Potomac Ave, Unit SI FL3-ID715

Apex Apartments

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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 | $1,862 | $1,299 | $3,165 |
| Mt Ida 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,428 | $1,294 | $4,931 |
| Mt Ida 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,383 | $1,659 | $7,977 |
| Mt Ida 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,123 | $1,921 | $7,478 |
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There are currently 52 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 Apartments priced from $1,099. Presidential Greens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,294. 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 Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
| Presidential Greens | Plan A1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,294 |
| Eaton Square | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Glebe House Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| Allendale Garden Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Lloyd Apartments | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,569 |
| Alister Arlington Ridge | S1 Renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,609 |
| Del Ray Nelson | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| Apex Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,676 |
| The Aspen | Potomac A | Studio,1BA | $1,678 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mt Ida, VA
As of June 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mt Ida area is the $2.06 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Arna Valley View Apartments in the in the Northeast Alexandria neighborhood starting from $2,425. The second greatest value Mt Ida apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Apex Apartments starting at $1,676 with a $1.95 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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| Arna Valley View Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.06 |
| Apex Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.95 |
| Lloyd Apartments | 2E | 2BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| The Station At Potomac Yard Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Presidential Greens | Plan B1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.72 |
| Jackson Crossing | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| The Aspen | St. Asaph | Studio ,1BA | $2.64 |
| Allendale Garden Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| Eaton Square | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| The Square at 511 Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.36 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMt Ida, Alexandria, VA
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Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mt Ida Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mt Ida?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mt Ida is at The Square at 511 Apartments listed at $1,099.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mt Ida Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mt Ida Apartment is $1,294 at Presidential Greens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mt Ida Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mt Ida is starting from $1,659 at Eaton Square.
What is the most affordable Mt Ida Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Mt Ida Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Arna Valley View Apartments and starts from $2,425.
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