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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 6Monticello-Lee
620 Jefferson StAlexandria, VA 22314
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800 John Carlyle StAlexandria, VA 22314
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowMAA Carlyle Square
501 Holland LnAlexandria, VA 22314
706 S Fayette St
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowLincoln Old Town
401 Holland LnAlexandria, VA 22314
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420 1/2 N Saint Asaph St, Unit Unit 1, Unit Unit 1
420 1/2 N Saint Asaph StAlexandria, VA 22314
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowAlexan Florence
400 Wythe StAlexandria, VA 22314
309 Holland Ln
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Bell Old Town
750 Thornton WayAlexandria, VA 22314
115 N Lee St
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Colecroft Community
1400 Oronoco StAlexandria, VA 22314
811 S Columbus St
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430 N Patrick St
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901 King St
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220 N St Asaph St
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520 John Carlyle St
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1111 Oronoco St
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The Heritage at Old Town
431 S Columbus StAlexandria, VA 22314
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1204 S Washington StAlexandria, VA 22314
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913 S Washington StAlexandria, VA 22314
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500-524 S Alfred StAlexandria, VA 22314
1307 Prince St
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1006 Oronoco St
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115 S Patrick StAlexandria, VA 22314
226 N Patrick St
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715 S Washington St
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820 S Washington St
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1111 Oronoco St, Unit 532, Unit 532
1111 Oronoco St
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Old Town, Alexandria, VA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Old Town?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Town Studio Apartments | $1,896 | $1,404 | $5,995 |
| Old Town 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,556 | $1,545 | $9,113 |
| Old Town 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,685 | $2,434 | $9,047 |
| Old Town 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,804 | $2,879 | $4,430 |
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Cheapest Available Old Town Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old Town area of Washington, VA is a Studio unit found at Monticello-Lee priced from $1,359. Riverside Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,404. Here are the most affordable Old Town apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monticello-Lee | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,359 |
| Riverside Apartments | Tower 2 | Studio | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,404 |
| 800 Carlyle | S2a | Studio,1BA | $2,053 |
| Lincoln Old Town | Kensington | 1BR,1BA | $2,187 |
| Alexan Florence | Studio-S1 Arco | Studio,1BA | $2,220 |
| MAA Carlyle Square | Traditional 1x1 638-689 SF | 1BR,1BA | $2,405 |
| Cortland Alexandria | A9 - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2,644 |
| Bell Old Town | A1P | 1BR,1BA | $2,688 |
| The Colecroft Community | Jefferson | 2BR,2BA | $2,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Town, VA
As of April 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Old Town area is the $3.53 price per square foot Severn Model at The Colecroft Community in the in the Northeast Alexandria neighborhood starting from $3,850. The second greatest value Old Town apartment is the 101 S Saint Asaph St Model at 101 S Saint Asaph St, Unit #2 starting at $3,200 with a $4.00 price per square foot in the Northeast Alexandria neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old Town apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Colecroft Community | Severn | 3BR,2BA | $3.53 |
| 101 S Saint Asaph St, Unit #2 | 101 S Saint Asaph St | 2BR,1BA | $4.00 |
| 420 1/2 N Saint Asaph St, Unit Unit 1 | 420 1/2 N Saint Asaph St | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| Alexan Florence | 1 Bed/1 Bath-A6 Divano | 1BR,1BA | $4.82 |
| MAA Carlyle Square | Traditional 1x1 638-689 SF | 1BR,1BA | $3.49 |
| Bell Old Town | A1E | 1BR,1BA | $3.94 |
| Cortland Alexandria | A9 - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $3.89 |
| Lincoln Old Town | Madison | 1BR,1BA | $3.70 |
| 800 Carlyle | S2a | Studio ,1BA | $3.63 |
| Riverside Apartments | Tower 2 | Studio | S1A | Studio ,1BA | $4.68 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Old Town Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Old Town?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Old Town is under $2,850.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Old Town?
The cheapest apartment in Old Town is Riverside Apartments which is listed at $1,545, while the average apartment in Old Town costs $3,950.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Old Town?
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 3 regular apartments in Old Town that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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