
Cheap Homes for Rent in Old Town Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $1,600 (5 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 | $3,560 | $2,499 | $4,400 |
| Old Town 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,231 | $3,500 | $8,300 |
| Old Town 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,350 | $4,350 | $4,350 |
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There are currently 5 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 $1,451. Monticello-Lee has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,529. Here are the most affordable Old Town apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Apartments | Tower 2 | Studio | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,451 |
| Monticello-Lee | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,529 |
| Lincoln Old Town | Calvert | Studio,1BA | $2,093 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Town, VA
As of February 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Old Town area is the $7.56 price per square foot 3 Bed/2 Bath Den-E13 Model at CityHouse Old Town in the in the Northeast Alexandria neighborhood starting from $11,790. The second greatest value Old Town apartment is the Severn Model at The Colecroft Community starting at $3,850 with a $3.53 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| CityHouse Old Town | 3 Bed/2 Bath Den-E13 | 3BR,2BA | $7.56 |
| The Colecroft Community | Severn | 3BR,2BA | $3.53 |
| Alexan Florence | 2 Bed/2 Bath-B1 Poltrona | 2BR,2BA | $4.57 |
| Bell Old Town | A1E | 1BR,1BA | $3.55 |
| MAA Carlyle Square | Traditional 1x1 638-689 SF | 1BR,1BA | $3.41 |
| 800 Carlyle | S2a | Studio ,1BA | $3.85 |
| Lincoln Old Town | Calvert | Studio ,1BA | $3.78 |
| Cortland Alexandria | S2 - Renovated | Studio ,1BA | $4.51 |
| Monticello-Lee | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.99 |
| Riverside Apartments | Tower 2 | Studio | S1A | Studio ,1BA | $4.84 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Old Town
What type of rentals are currently available in Old Town?
There are currently 125 Apartments for Rent in Old Town, VA with pricing that ranges from $1,451 to $11,790. There are also 30 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Old Town ranging from $1,600 to $8,300.
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 $1,600 to $8,300 with an average monthly rent of $3,473.
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