Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northeast Alexandria Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $500 (56 Rentals)

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618 Notabene Dr

AlexandriaVA22305

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property at 2451 Midtown Ave

2451 Midtown Ave

AlexandriaVA22303

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Beverly Hills Court
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Beverly Hills Court

300-302 W Glebe RdAlexandria, VA 22305
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Arbelo Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Arbelo Apartments

831-833 Bashford LnAlexandria, VA 22314
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The Ellsworth
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Ellsworth

2801 Seay StAlexandria, VA 22314

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Bridgeyard
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bridgeyard

1204 S Washington StAlexandria, VA 22314
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Gunston Hall Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Gunston Hall Apartments

913 S Washington StAlexandria, VA 22314
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Mason Arms Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mason Arms Apartments

218 E Mason AveAlexandria, VA 22301
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Olde Towne West
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Olde Towne West

500-524 S Alfred StAlexandria, VA 22314
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1225 Martha Custis Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

1225 Martha Custis Dr

1225 Martha Custis DrAlexandria, VA 22302
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Brenton Court Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brenton Court Apartments

400-424 E Glendale AveAlexandria, VA 22301
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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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New Brookside Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

New Brookside Apartments

601 Four Mile RdAlexandria, VA 22305
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6 Leadbeater Street
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

6 Leadbeater Street

6 Leadbeater StAlexandria, VA 22305
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Northeast Alexandria, Alexandria, VA Local Guide

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 $932. Presidential Greens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,282. Here are the most affordable Northeast Alexandria apartments for rent in Washington, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Eagles Crossing Apartments1 Bdr Sm1BR,1BA$932
Presidential GreensPlan A1B1BR,1BA$1,282
The Vista1 Bedroom 1 Bath Floor Plan1BR,1BA$1,299
Apex ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,318
Eaton SquareA31BR,1BA$1,368
The AspenSt. AsaphStudio,1BA$1,391
Monticello-LeeStudioStudio,1BA$1,429
Glebe House ApartmentsUnfurnished StudioStudio,1BA$1,450
Del Ray BellefonteStudio, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$1,499
Alister Arlington RidgeS1 RenovatedStudio,1BA$1,544

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northeast Alexandria, VA

As of November 09, 2025 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 Mastadon Model at Carlyle Mill starting at $2,634 with a $2.48 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Station At Potomac Yard Apartments2 Bedroom 2B602BR,2BA$1.84
Carlyle MillMastadon2BR,2BA$2.48
Jackson Crossing2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.12
Dolley Madison Towers2x12BR,1BA$2.65
The Vista1 Bedroom 1 Bath Floor Plan1BR,1BA$1.78
Presidential GreensPlan A1GD1BR,1BA$2.52
The AspenPotomac BStudio ,1BA$2.30
Eaton SquareA21BR,1BA$2.30
Eagles Crossing Apartments1 Bdr Sm1BR,1BA$1.77
Apex ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.66

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Lifestyle Ratings

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.

Getting Around the Northeast Alexandria Neighborhood in Alexandria, VA

Walk Score®

79 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

92 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

56 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 $1,544.

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 $932, while the average apartment in Northeast Alexandria costs $8,960.

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 33 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 $675 which is $8,285 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northeast Alexandria.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Washington DC Local Expert's Guide to Top Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in the DC Metro

Written by: Steve Lilly

I'm Steve, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Washington, DC.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.