Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Parklawn Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $900 (97 Rentals)

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property at 8 S Van Dorn St

$1,550 - $1,700

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$1,550

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$1,550

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8 S Van Dorn St

AlexandriaVA22304

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property at 5340 Holmes Run Pkwy

$1,650 - $2,500

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$1,650

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$1,650

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5340 Holmes Run Pkwy

AlexandriaVA22304
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Arbor Park of Alexandria
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$1,675 - $3,096
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$1,574 - $2,995
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$101

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$1,675 - $3,096
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Arbor Park of Alexandria

6340 Wingate StAlexandria, VA 22312
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property at 4600 Duke St

$1,600 - $2,850

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$1,695

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$1,695

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4600 Duke St

AlexandriaVA22304
property at 21 Canterbury Square

$1,700

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$1,700

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$1,700

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21 Canterbury Square

AlexandriaVA22304
property at 5831 Quantrell Ave

$1,700

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$1,700

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$1,700

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5831 Quantrell Ave

AlexandriaVA22312

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Crystal Woods
$1,714 - $2,931
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$1,714 - $2,931

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$1,714 - $2,931
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Crystal Woods

4905 Southland AveAlexandria, VA 22312
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property at 26 Canterbury Square

$1,745

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$1,745

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$1,745

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26 Canterbury Square

AlexandriaVA22304
property at 5929 Quantrell Ave

$1,750

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$1,750

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$1,750

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5929 Quantrell Ave

AlexandriaVA22312
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Newport Village
$1,750 - $3,145
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$1,639 - $3,034
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$111

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$1,750 - $3,145
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Newport Village

4757 W Braddock RdAlexandria, VA 22311
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Arbors on Duke
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$1,844 - $2,431
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$1,818 - $2,405
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Arbors on Duke

5250 Duke StAlexandria, VA 22304
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Curve 6100
$1,901 - $6,293
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$1,882 - $6,274
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Curve 6100

6100 Lincolnia RdAlexandria, VA 22312
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The Blake
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$1,910 - $3,869
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$1,864 - $3,823
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The Blake

2000 N Beauregard StAlexandria, VA 22311
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property at 301 N Beauregard St

$1,750 - $2,650

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$1,970

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$1,970

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301 N Beauregard St

AlexandriaVA22312
property at 630 N Armistead St

$1,996

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$1,996

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$1,996

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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630 N Armistead St

AlexandriaVA22312
property at 1585 N Van Dorn St

$2,000

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$2,000

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$2,000

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1585 N Van Dorn St

AlexandriaVA22304
property at 250 S Reynolds St

$2,000

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$2,000

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$2,000

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250 S Reynolds St, Unit 304, Unit 304

250 S Reynolds St
AlexandriaVA22304
property at 255 S Pickett St

$2,000

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$2,000

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$2,000

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255 S Pickett St

AlexandriaVA22304

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Parklawn, Alexandria, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Parklawn Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Parklawn area of Washington, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Olde Salem Village priced from $1,184. Sherwood at Southern Towers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,243. Here are the most affordable Parklawn apartments for rent in Washington, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Olde Salem VillageStudio | S011BR,1BA$1,184
Sherwood at Southern TowersS1AStudio,1BA$1,243
Broadstone Van DornCaasStudio,1BA$1,253
Ashlawn at Southern TowersS1AStudio,1BA$1,291
The Graham at Southern TowersS1BStudio,1BA$1,297
Monticello at Southern TowersS1AStudio,1BA$1,315
Stratford at Southern TowersS1AStudio,1BA$1,318
Harvey HallOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,372
Mason at Van DornS1Studio,1BA$1,382
Seminary TowersStudio 1BA (535sf)Studio,1BA$1,444

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Parklawn, VA

As of May 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Parklawn area is the $1.42 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at The Shell in the in the Ashton Heights neighborhood starting from $1,845. The second greatest value Parklawn apartment is the Capital Model at The Jefferson, an Eagle Rock Community starting at $2,357 with a $1.96 price per square foot in the Central Business District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Parklawn apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The ShellTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.42
The Jefferson, an Eagle Rock CommunityCapital2BR,2BA$1.96
Barcroft View Apartments2 Bedrooms + 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.87
Key TowersStratford2BR,2BA$2.01
Newport VillageOne Bedroom A1B1BR,1BA$2.01
Brookdale at Mark Center Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom - 910 sqft2BR,1BA$1.94
Lerner MorningsideJefferson- Towers1BR,1BA$1.97
ReNew AlexandriaBaltimore2BR,1BA$2.04
Willow Run at Mark Center Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.97
Woodmont Park Apartments1 Bedroom + 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.98

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Parklawn, Alexandria, VA

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Parklawn, Alexandria, and the greater Washington area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Parklawn Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Parklawn?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Parklawn is at Sherwood at Southern Towers listed at $1,218.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Parklawn Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Parklawn Apartment is $1,177 at Olde Salem Village.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Parklawn Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Parklawn is starting from $1,549 at Olde Salem Village.

What is the most affordable Parklawn Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Parklawn Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Harvey Hall and starts from $2,068.

Expert Rental Resources

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