Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old Town/Potomac Yard Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $500 (58 Rentals)

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618 Notabene Dr

AlexandriaVA22305
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801 N Pitt St

AlexandriaVA22314
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2451 Midtown Ave

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Beverly Hills Court
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Beverly Hills Court

300-302 W Glebe RdAlexandria, VA 22305
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Arbelo Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Arbelo Apartments

831-833 Bashford LnAlexandria, VA 22314
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Bridgeyard
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bridgeyard

1204 S Washington StAlexandria, VA 22314
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Jefferson Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Jefferson Gardens

5877 Monticello RdAlexandria, VA 22303
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The Arden
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Arden

2317 Huntington AveAlexandria, VA 22303
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Mason Arms Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mason Arms Apartments

218 E Mason AveAlexandria, VA 22301
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Gunston Hall Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Gunston Hall Apartments

913 S Washington StAlexandria, VA 22314
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Olde Towne West
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Olde Towne West

500-524 S Alfred StAlexandria, VA 22314
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Old Town/Potomac Yard, Alexandria, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Old Town/Potomac Yard Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old Town/Potomac Yard area of Alexandria, VA is a Studio unit found at Apex Apartments priced from $1,318. The Aspen has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,391. Here are the most affordable Old Town/Potomac Yard apartments for rent in Alexandria, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Apex ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,318
The AspenSt. AsaphStudio,1BA$1,391
Presidential GreensPlan A1B1BR,1BA$1,409
Riverside ApartmentsTower 2 | Studio | S1AStudio,1BA$1,413
Glebe House ApartmentsUnfurnished StudioStudio,1BA$1,450
Monticello-LeeStudioStudio,1BA$1,459
Eaton SquareA21BR,1BA$1,468
The Courts at Huntington StationStudio E1BStudio,1BA$1,529
Mason Avenue Apartments1BR C1BR,1BA$1,574

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Town/Potomac Yard, VA

As of November 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Old Town/Potomac Yard area is the $1.84 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2B60 Model at The Station At Potomac Yard Apartments in the in the Northeast Alexandria neighborhood starting from $1,965. The second greatest value Old Town/Potomac Yard apartment is the Selkirk Model at Carlyle Mill starting at $2,462 with a $2.32 price per square foot in the Northeast Alexandria neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old Town/Potomac Yard apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Station At Potomac Yard Apartments2 Bedroom 2B602BR,2BA$1.84
Carlyle MillSelkirk2BR,2BA$2.32
Jackson Crossing2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.12
Presidential GreensPlan B12BR,1BA$2.64
Mason HallOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.70
Lloyd Apartments1D1BR,1BA$2.71
The AspenPotomac BStudio ,1BA$2.30
Eaton SquareA21BR,1BA$2.47
The Courts at Huntington StationStudio E1BStudio ,1BA$2.71
Apex ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.66

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Old Town/Potomac Yard, Alexandria, VA

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website works hard to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Alexandria. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Old Town/Potomac Yard Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Old Town/Potomac Yard?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Old Town/Potomac Yard is under $1,574.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Old Town/Potomac Yard?

The cheapest apartment in Old Town/Potomac Yard is Presidential Greens which is listed at $1,409, while the average apartment in Old Town/Potomac Yard costs $9,038.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Old Town/Potomac Yard?

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 16 regular apartments in Old Town/Potomac Yard that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Old Town/Potomac Yard?

Cheap apartments in Old Town/Potomac Yard have an average cost of $247 which is $8,791 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Old Town/Potomac Yard.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.