
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Old Town Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $1,950 (7 Rentals)
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Old Town, Alexandria, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Old Town?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Town 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,689 | $2,828 | $4,500 |
| Old Town 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,440 | $3,800 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Old Town Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA.
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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 Riverside Apartments priced from $1,322. Monticello-Lee has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,659. Here are the most affordable Old Town apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Apartments | Executive Studio | S1B | Studio,1BA | $1,322 |
| Monticello-Lee | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,659 |
| 800 Carlyle | S2a | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Town, VA
As of August 24, 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 2 Bed/2 Bath-B1 Poltrona Model at Alexan Florence starting at $5,108 with a $4.85 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 |
| Alexan Florence | 2 Bed/2 Bath-B1 Poltrona | 2BR,2BA | $4.85 |
| 211 West Street Apartments | 211-5 | 2BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Cortland Alexandria | A11R | 1BR,1BA | $3.77 |
| Bell Old Town | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.46 |
| MAA Carlyle Square | Traditional 1x1 535-637 SF | 1BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| 800 Carlyle | S4a | Studio ,1BA | $3.53 |
| Lincoln Old Town | Ashlawn | Studio ,1BA | $4.14 |
| Riverside Apartments | Tower 1 | Executive Studio | S1D | Studio ,1BA | $2.75 |
| Monticello-Lee | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.35 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Old Town
What type of rentals are currently available in Old Town?
There are currently 120 Apartments for Rent in Old Town, VA with pricing that ranges from $1,322 to $8,050. There are also 26 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Old Town ranging from $1,950 to $10,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Old Town?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Old Town ranges from $1,950 to $10,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,464.
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