Cheap Homes for Rent in the Old Town/Potomac Yard Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $1,775 (20 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Old Town/Potomac Yard area of Alexandria.

property at 3600 S Glebe Rd
$1,775

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,775

Total Monthly Price$1,775
Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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3600 S Glebe Rd, Unit 607W

3600 S Glebe Rd
ArlingtonVA22202
property at 1732 W Abingdon Dr
$1,850

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,850

Total Monthly Price$1,850
1 Bedroom Rentals
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1732 W Abingdon Dr

AlexandriaVA22314
property at 525 Bashford Ln
$1,928

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,928

Total Monthly Price$1,928
1 Bedroom Rentals
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525 Bashford Ln

AlexandriaVA22314
property at 301 N West St
$1,950

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,950

Total Monthly Price$1,950
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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Affordability

301 N West St

AlexandriaVA22314
property at 1814 W Abingdon Dr
$2,000

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,000

Total Monthly Price$2,000
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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1814 W Abingdon Dr

AlexandriaVA22314

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property at 3600 S Glebe Rd
$2,165

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,165

Total Monthly Price$2,165
1 Bedroom Rentals
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3600 S Glebe Rd

ArlingtonVA22202
property at 610 Bashford Ln
$2,178

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,178

Total Monthly Price$2,178
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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Affordability

610 Bashford Ln

AlexandriaVA22314
property at 2302 E Randolph Ave
$2,200

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,200

Total Monthly Price$2,200
12 Month Lease Term
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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Cost Per Sq.Ft.

2302 E Randolph Ave

AlexandriaVA22301
property at 501 Slaters Ln
$2,200

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,200

Total Monthly Price$2,200
12 Month Lease Term
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Nov 1
Affordability

501 Slaters Ln, Unit #506

501 Slaters Ln
AlexandriaVA22314
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property at 5901 Mt Eagle Dr
$2,250

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,250

Total Monthly Price$2,250
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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5901 Mt Eagle Dr, Unit 207

5901 Mt Eagle Dr
AlexandriaVA22303
property at 2050 Jamieson Ave
$2,250

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,250

Total Monthly Price$2,250
12 Month Lease Term
Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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Furnished

2050 Jamieson Ave, Unit 1109

2050 Jamieson Ave
AlexandriaVA22314
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property at 5818 Fifer Dr
$2,275

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,275

Total Monthly Price$2,275
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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5818 Fifer Dr

AlexandriaVA22303
property at 1506 B Mt Vernon Ave
$2,300

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,300

Total Monthly Price$2,300
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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Affordability

1506 B Mt Vernon Ave

AlexandriaVA22301
property at 1506 Mt Vernon Ave
$2,300

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,300

Total Monthly Price$2,300
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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1506 Mt Vernon Ave

AlexandriaVA22301
property at 2059 Huntington Ave
$2,400

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,400

Total Monthly Price$2,400
12 Month Lease Term
2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Oct 1
Affordability

2059 Huntington Ave, Unit 1514

2059 Huntington Ave
AlexandriaVA22303
property at 5809 Fifer Dr
$2,450

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,450

Total Monthly Price$2,450
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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Affordability

5809 Fifer Dr

AlexandriaVA22303

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property at 1111 Oronoco St
$2,500

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,500

Total Monthly Price$2,500
1 Bedroom Rentals
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1111 Oronoco St

AlexandriaVA22314
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property at 2451 Midtown Ave
$2,350 - $2,700

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,500

Total Monthly Price$2,500
1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals
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2451 Midtown Ave

AlexandriaVA22303

Old Town/Potomac Yard, Alexandria, VA Local Guide

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

As of September 26, 2026 the best value rental home in the Old Town/Potomac Yard area is the $1.40 price per square foot 3820 Elbert Ave Model at 3820 Elbert Ave in the Northeast Alexandria neighborhood starting from $5,200. The second greatest value Old Town/Potomac Yard rental home is the 704 Mt Vernon Ave Model at 704 Mt Vernon Ave in the Northeast Alexandria neighborhood starting at $4,500 with a $2.45 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old Town/Potomac Yard homes based on price per square foot:

Home ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
3820 Elbert Ave3820 Elbert Ave5BR, 2.5BA$1.40
704 Mt Vernon Ave704 Mt Vernon Ave3BR, 3.5BA$2.45
160 Hilton St160 Hilton St3BR, 2BA$2.48
2854 S Meade St2854 S Meade St3BR, 2BA$2.21
181 E Reed Ave, Unit 110181 E Reed Ave2BR, 2BA$2.95
104 Lynhaven Dr104 Lynhaven Dr2BR, 2BA$3.03
136 Wesmond Dr136 Wesmond Dr2BR, 2BA$2.94
5901 Mt Eagle Dr, Unit 2075901 Mt Eagle Dr1BR, 1BA$2.65
3650 S Glebe Rd, Unit 11453650 S Glebe Rd1BR, 1BA$3.40
301 N West St301 N West St1BR, 1BA$2.84

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Old Town/Potomac Yard, Alexandria, VA

Ranked #10

Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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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 311 Apartments for Rent in Old Town/Potomac Yard, VA with pricing that ranges from $1,299 to $11,040. There are also 102 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Old Town/Potomac Yard ranging from $1,775 to $12,500.

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 $1,775 to $12,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,875.

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