Cheap Homes for Rent in Old Town/Potomac Yard Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $1,000 (16 Rentals)

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property at 310 Ashby St

310 Ashby St, Unit D

310 Ashby St
AlexandriaVA22305

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3650 S Glebe Rd

ArlingtonVA22202

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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 The Square at 511 Apartments priced from $1,299. Apex Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,334. Here are the most affordable Old Town/Potomac Yard apartments for rent in Alexandria, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Square at 511 ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,299
Apex ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,334
Lloyd Apartments1D1BR,1BA$1,419
Riverside ApartmentsStudio-Classic Executive S1BStudio,1BA$1,503
Presidential GreensPlan A1D1BR,1BA$1,510

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

As of May 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Old Town/Potomac Yard area is the $2.91 price per square foot 2A Model at The Parker at Huntington Metro in the in the Northeast Alexandria neighborhood starting from $2,785. The second greatest value Old Town/Potomac Yard apartment is the 2F Model at Lloyd Apartments starting at $2,080 with a $2.52 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 Parker at Huntington Metro2A2BR,2BA$2.91
Lloyd Apartments2F2BR,1BA$2.52
The Courts at Huntington StationOne Bedroom A1FD21BR,1BA$2.66
Carlyle MillAllegheny with loft1BR,1BA$2.79
Eaton SquareB12BR,1BA$2.41
Presidential GreensPlan B12BR,1BA$2.83
Apex ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.89
Jackson Crossing1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.44
The AspenPotomac BStudio ,1BA$2.72
The Square at 511 ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.79

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Frequently Asked Questions about Old Town/Potomac Yard

What type of rentals are currently available in Old Town/Potomac Yard?

There are currently 298 Apartments for Rent in Old Town/Potomac Yard, VA with pricing that ranges from $1,299 to $17,144. There are also 63 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Old Town/Potomac Yard ranging from $1,000 to $8,600.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Old Town/Potomac Yard?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Old Town/Potomac Yard ranges from $1,000 to $8,600 with an average monthly rent of $4,186.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Old Town/Potomac Yard?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Old Town/Potomac Yard range from $2,182 to $12,870, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,600 to $6,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $7,500.

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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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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

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