
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Parklawn Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $900 (121 Rentals)
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Ashlawn at Southern Towers

Sherwood at Southern Towers

Stratford at Southern Towers

The Graham at Southern Towers

Broadstone Van Dorn

Brent Place

Mason at Van Dorn

Whitestone at Landmark

Key Towers
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60 S Van Dorn St

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Stoneridge at Mark Center Apartment Homes

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Brookdale at Mark Center Apartment Homes

Seminary Towers

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101 North Ripley Apartments

Acclaim at Alexandria

London Park Towers Apartments

Landmark Towers

South Port

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Arrive Alexandria

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Lynbrook at Mark Center Apartment Homes

5911 Edsall Rd

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Crystal Woods

Landmark Terrace

The Oliver in Alexandria

75 S Reynolds St

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Arbor Park of Alexandria

5801 Quantrell Ave

4600 Duke St
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Willow Run at Mark Center Apartment Homes

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Newport Village

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Arbors on Duke

26 Canterbury Square

8 S Van Dorn St

ReNew Alexandria

Cameron Square

9 Canterbury Square, Unit 201

5929 Quantrell Ave

5500 Holmes Run Pkwy
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Halstead Alexandria

5851 Quantrell Ave, Unit 209, Unit 209

5340 Holmes Run Pkwy

Sinclaire on Seminary

Essen

31 Canterbury Square

6390 8th Cir

401 N Beauregard St, Unit Mayflower II, Unit Mayflower II

4 S Van Dorn St

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Bailey's Crossing
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Parklawn, Alexandria, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Parklawn?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parklawn Studio Apartments | $1,417 | $1,142 | $2,384 |
| Parklawn 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,983 | $1,235 | $7,053 |
| Parklawn 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,463 | $1,596 | $9,043 |
| Parklawn 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,896 | $1,920 | $10,000+ |
| Parklawn 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,723 | $8,723 | $8,723 |
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There are currently 121 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Parklawn Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA.
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Cheapest Available Parklawn Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Parklawn area of Washington, VA is a Studio unit found at Monticello at Southern Towers priced from $1,128. Ashlawn at Southern Towers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,132. Here are the most affordable Parklawn apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monticello at Southern Towers | S1C | Studio,1BA | $1,128 |
| Ashlawn at Southern Towers | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,132 |
| Sherwood at Southern Towers | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,198 |
| Olde Salem Village | Studio | S01 | 1BR,1BA | $1,235 |
| Stratford at Southern Towers | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,259 |
| The Graham at Southern Towers | S1B | Studio,1BA | $1,287 |
| Broadstone Van Dorn | Caas | Studio,1BA | $1,293 |
| Brent Place | Brent 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,302 |
| Mason at Van Dorn | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,336 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Parklawn, VA
As of April 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Parklawn area is the $1.97 price per square foot Winchester Model at Key Towers in the in the Central Springfield neighborhood starting from $2,994. The second greatest value Parklawn apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at The Shell starting at $1,845 with a $1.42 price per square foot in the Ashton Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Parklawn apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Key Towers | Winchester | 3BR,2BA | $1.97 |
| The Shell | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| London Park Towers Apartments | 2 Bedrooms + 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| St. James Plaza | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.64 |
| Newport Village | One Bedroom A1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| The Jefferson, an Eagle Rock Community | Constitution | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Broadstone Van Dorn | Ford | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Woodmont Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| 5008 Columbia Pike, Unit #3 | 5008 Columbia Pike | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Brent Place | Brent 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Parklawn Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Parklawn?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Parklawn is under $1,336.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Parklawn?
The cheapest apartment in Parklawn is Olde Salem Village which is listed at $1,240, while the average apartment in Parklawn costs $2,666.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Parklawn?
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 23 regular apartments in Parklawn 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 Parklawn?
Cheap apartments in Parklawn have an average cost of $167 which is $2,499 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Parklawn.
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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
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