
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old Town North Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $500 (109 Rentals)
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Eaton Square

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Presidential Greens

Lloyd Apartments

Cityside Huntington Metro

The Aspen

Glebe House Apartments

Mason Hall

3911 Elbert Ave

The Bloom
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2059 Huntington Ave

Mason Arms Apartments

Del Ray Nelson

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407 Summers Dr, Unit Basement

Jackson Crossing

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Del Ray Tower at Fuse

3102 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 104

The Station At Potomac Yard Apartments

Del Ray Bellefonte

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3201 Commonwealth Ave

402 Bashford Ln

1732 W Abingdon Dr, Unit 201

1732 W Abingdon Dr, Unit 201

Monticello-Lee

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The Foundry

Lincoln Old Town

The Bradley Braddock Road Station Apartments

715 S Washington St

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The Courts at Huntington Station

2237 Farrington Ave

800 Carlyle

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Del Ray Central at Fuse

Aspire Huntington Station

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Reserve at Potomac Yard

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Station 650

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Dylan & Reese

Lineage at North Patrick

Carydale East Apartments
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Arbelo Apartments

The Ellsworth

The Heritage at Old Town

Bridgeyard

113 E Taylor Run Pkwy

Jefferson Gardens

The Arden

Gunston Hall Apartments

Olde Towne West
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Old Town North, Alexandria, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Old Town North?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Town North Studio Apartments | $1,816 | $1,287 | $2,721 |
| Old Town North 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,398 | $820 | $6,992 |
| Old Town North 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,095 | $1,036 | $10,000+ |
| Old Town North 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,293 | $1,907 | $6,082 |
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There are currently 109 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Old Town North Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA.
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Cheapest Available Old Town North Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old Town North area of Washington, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Eagles Crossing Apartments priced from $820. Delwin Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,045. Here are the most affordable Old Town North apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eagles Crossing Apartments | 1 Bdr Lg | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
| Delwin Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| The Square at 511 Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
| Madison Courts | 28-1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,196 |
| Friendship Crossing | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Floor Plan | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| The Gardens | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Floor Plan | 1BR,1BA | $1,249 |
| Riverside Apartments | Tower 2 | Studio | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,287 |
| The Vista | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Floor Plan | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Eaton Square | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Presidential Greens | Plan A1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,376 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Town North, VA
As of June 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Old Town North area is the $2.08 price per square foot 3 BR-UFAS Model at 17 Mississippi in the in the Old Town North neighborhood starting from $2,045. The second greatest value Old Town North 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 Old Town North apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Mississippi | 3 BR-UFAS | 3BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Apex Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.95 |
| The Bloom | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.05 |
| The Station At Potomac Yard Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| The Vista | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Floor Plan | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Delwin Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Eaton Square | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| The Gardens | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Floor Plan | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Eagles Crossing Apartments | 1 Bdr Sm | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Friendship Crossing | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Floor Plan | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOld Town North, Alexandria, VA
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Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Old Town North Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Old Town North?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Old Town North is at The Square at 511 Apartments listed at $1,099.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Old Town North Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Old Town North Apartment is $820 at Eagles Crossing Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Old Town North Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Old Town North is starting from $1,036 at Eagles Crossing Apartments.
What is the most affordable Old Town North Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Old Town North Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Gardens and starts from $1,907.
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