Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northeast Alexandria Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $500 (59 Rentals)
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Presidential Greens

Glebe House Apartments

Monticello-Lee

1225 Martha Custis Dr

Lloyd Apartments

3311 Commonwealth Ave

The Point at Eisenhower Square
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The Aspen

Del Ray Tower at Fuse

MAA Carlyle Square

720 W Glebe Rd

3117 Martha Custis Dr

202 E Mason Ave

2635 Fort Farnsworth Rd

1312 Martha Custis Dr

Mason Hall
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The Foundry

319-321 S Washington St

800 Carlyle
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Eagles Crossing Apartments

39 Galveston Pl SW

The Vista

141 Galveston Pl SW
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Northeast Alexandria, Alexandria, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northeast Alexandria?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northeast Alexandria Studio Apartments | $2,205 | $1,450 | $5,413 |
| Northeast Alexandria 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,574 | $820 | $6,256 |
| Northeast Alexandria 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,239 | $1,036 | $7,765 |
| Northeast Alexandria 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,816 | $2,347 | $10,000+ |
| Northeast Alexandria 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,181 | $3,600 | $8,244 |
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There are currently 59 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Northeast Alexandria Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA.
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Cheapest Available Northeast Alexandria Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northeast Alexandria area of Washington, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Eagles Crossing Apartments priced from $820. The Vista has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,299. Here are the most affordable Northeast Alexandria apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eagles Crossing Apartments | 1 Bdr Lg | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
| The Vista | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Floor Plan | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Apex Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,318 |
| Presidential Greens | Plan A1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,428 |
| Glebe House Apartments | Unfurnished Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| Monticello-Lee | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,459 |
| Eaton Square | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,556 |
| Mason Avenue Apartments | 1BR C | 1BR,1BA | $1,574 |
| Mason Avenue Apartments | 1BR C | 1BR,1BA | $1,574 |
| Alister Arlington Ridge | S1 Renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,605 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northeast Alexandria, VA
As of January 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northeast Alexandria area is the $1.84 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2B60 Model at The Station At Potomac Yard Apartments in the in the Northeast Alexandria neighborhood starting from $1,965. The second greatest value Northeast Alexandria apartment is the 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom Model at Del Ray Bellefonte starting at $1,999 with a $2.05 price per square foot in the Northeast Alexandria neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northeast Alexandria apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Station At Potomac Yard Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2B60 | 2BR,2BA | $1.84 |
| Del Ray Bellefonte | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Carlyle Mill | Mellon | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
| Dolley Madison Towers | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| Eaton Square | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| The Vista | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Floor Plan | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Eagles Crossing Apartments | 2 Bdr Sm | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| The Aspen | St. Asaph | Studio ,1BA | $2.60 |
| Lloyd Apartments | 1D | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| Apex Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.66 |
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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Virginia and customized analysis for South Washington. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, apartment complexes for the kids, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northeast Alexandria Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Northeast Alexandria?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Northeast Alexandria is under $1,605.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northeast Alexandria?
The cheapest apartment in Northeast Alexandria is Eagles Crossing Apartments which is listed at $820, while the average apartment in Northeast Alexandria costs $6,686.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Northeast Alexandria?
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 40 regular apartments in Northeast Alexandria 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 Northeast Alexandria?
Cheap apartments in Northeast Alexandria have an average cost of $503 which is $6,183 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northeast Alexandria.
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