Cheap Homes for Rent in Old Town/Potomac Yard Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $900 (17 Rentals)

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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 1 Bed unit found at Presidential Greens priced from $1,291. The Square at 511 Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,299. Here are the most affordable Old Town/Potomac Yard apartments for rent in Alexandria, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Presidential GreensPlan A1D1BR,1BA$1,291
The Square at 511 ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,299
The Aspen ApartmentsSt. AsaphStudio,1BA$1,492
Mason HallStudioStudio,1BA$1,530
Eaton SquareA31BR,1BA$1,568

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

As of July 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Old Town/Potomac Yard area is the $1.83 price per square foot 2BR/1BA Model at Del Rey Nelson Apartments in the in the Northeast Alexandria neighborhood starting from $1,799. The second greatest value Old Town/Potomac Yard apartment is the Madison Model at The Aspen Apartments starting at $2,714 with a $2.78 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.
Del Rey Nelson Apartments2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$1.83
The Aspen ApartmentsMadison2BR,2BA$2.78
24 E Maple St, Unit #124 E Maple St1BR,1BA$2.74
Lloyd Apartments2F2BR,1BA$2.52
Apex ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.04
Eaton SquareB12BR,1BA$2.41
The Courts at Huntington StationOne Bedroom A1A1BR,1BA$2.69
Jackson Crossing1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.44
The Heritage at Old Town2 BDRM2BR,1BA$2.43
Presidential GreensPlan A1F1BR,1BA$2.49

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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 292 Apartments for Rent in Old Town/Potomac Yard, VA with pricing that ranges from $1,291 to $14,740. There are also 127 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Old Town/Potomac Yard ranging from $949 to $6,950.

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 $949 to $6,950 with an average monthly rent of $3,607.

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 $11,323, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,800 to $6,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $7,290.

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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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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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.