Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old Town Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $1,300 (15 Rentals)

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Bridgeyard
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bridgeyard

1204 S Washington StAlexandria, VA 22314

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Olde Towne West
1 Bedroom Apartments

Olde Towne West

500-524 S Alfred StAlexandria, VA 22314
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115 S Patrick St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

115 S Patrick St

115 S Patrick StAlexandria, VA 22314
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Old Town, Alexandria, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Old Town Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old Town area of Washington, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Oaks at Oxon Hill priced from $1,325. Riverside Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,507. Here are the most affordable Old Town apartments for rent in Washington, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Oaks at Oxon Hill1B Black Cherry1BR,1BA$1,325
Riverside ApartmentsStudio-Classic Executive S1BStudio,1BA$1,507
Cityside Huntington MetroStudioStudio,1BA$1,525
Monticello-LeeStudioStudio,1BA$1,619
Huntington GatewayEmory Premier1BR,1BA$1,910

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Town, VA

As of June 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Old Town area is the $3.42 price per square foot 2Bedroom/2Bath Model at The Grayson in the in the Northeast Alexandria neighborhood starting from $3,633. The second greatest value Old Town apartment is the One Bedroom with Den A1FD Model at The Courts at Huntington Station starting at $2,147 with a $2.62 price per square foot in the Old Town neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old Town apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Grayson2Bedroom/2Bath2BR,2BA$3.42
The Courts at Huntington StationOne Bedroom with Den A1FD1BR,1BA$2.62
Delancey at Shirlington Village1 BEDROOM TOWER (A1N)1BR,1BA$3.23
800 CarlyleA8a1BR,1BA$3.40
Oaks at Oxon Hill1B Black Cherry1BR,1BA$1.90
Aventon Huntington StationA51BR,1BA$3.22
The Point at Eisenhower SquareS1Studio ,1BA$3.38
Huntington GatewayBridgewater PremierStudio ,1BA$3.27
Riverside ApartmentsStudio-Contemporary Premium S1CStudio ,1BA$3.50
Monticello-LeeStudioStudio ,1BA$3.27

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Old Town, Alexandria, VA

Ranked #38

Among neighborhoods in Alexandria, VA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Old Town Neighborhood in Alexandria, VA

Walk Score®

96 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

81 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

65 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Old Town Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Old Town?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Old Town is at Riverside Apartments listed at $1,507.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Old Town Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Old Town Apartment is $1,325 at Oaks at Oxon Hill.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Old Town Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Old Town is starting from $1,450 at Oaks at Oxon Hill.

What is the most affordable Old Town Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Old Town Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Oaks at Oxon Hill and starts from $1,890.

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