
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Parklawn Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $1,035 (131 Rentals)
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Sherwood at Southern Towers

Monticello at Southern Towers

London Park Towers Apartments

Ashlawn at Southern Towers

Broadstone Van Dorn

Stratford at Southern Towers

Mason at Van Dorn

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Seminary Towers
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Key Towers

4600 Duke St, Unit 1603

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Newport Village

Landmark Towers

5340 Holmes Run Pky, Unit 909

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4912 Virginia St, Unit Studio Apt
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75 S Reynolds St, Unit #118

Brent Place

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Landmark Terrace

21 Canterbury Square

5340 Holmes Run Pkwy

5831 Quantrell Ave

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Arrive Alexandria

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Brookdale at Mark Center Apartment Homes

5340 Holmes Run Pky, Unit Pavilion On the Park

12 S Van Dorn St, Unit 503

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Arbors on Duke

75 S Reynolds St, Unit Apartment 116

Lerner Morningside

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ReNew Alexandria

Lerner Excelsior Tower
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5929 Quantrell Ave

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Willow Run at Mark Center Apartment Homes

Sinclaire on Seminary

The Alante in Alexandria

301 N Beauregard St, Unit 1709

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Cameron Square

The Oliver in Alexandria

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Crystal Woods

4600 Duke St

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The Summit
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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 | $1,488 | $1,174 | $2,260 |
| Parklawn 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,995 | $1,327 | $6,645 |
| Parklawn 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,441 | $1,721 | $10,000+ |
| Parklawn 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,758 | $1,850 | $5,151 |
| Parklawn 4 Bedroom Apartments | $11,534 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 131 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 The Graham at Southern Towers priced from $1,155. Sherwood at Southern Towers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,168. Here are the most affordable Parklawn apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Graham at Southern Towers | S1B | Studio,1BA | $1,155 |
| Sherwood at Southern Towers | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,168 |
| Monticello at Southern Towers | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,198 |
| Ashlawn at Southern Towers | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,324 |
| Broadstone Van Dorn | Caas | Studio,1BA | $1,328 |
| The Jefferson, an Eagle Rock Community | Independence | Studio,1BA | $1,352 |
| Harvey Hall | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,372 |
| Woodmont Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,398 |
| Mason at Van Dorn | S1: 0 Bed 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,416 |
| Larchmont Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Parklawn, VA
As of August 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Parklawn area is the $2.08 price per square foot Design 3A25 Model at The Summit in the in the Maple Grove Estates neighborhood starting from $3,004. The second greatest value Parklawn apartment is the Three Bedroom C2 Model at Newport Village starting at $3,004 with a $2.10 price per square foot in the Shirlington 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Summit | Design 3A25 | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.08 |
| Newport Village | Three Bedroom C2 | 3BR,2BA | $2.10 |
| Willow Run at Mark Center Apartment Homes | Three Bedroom 2 Bath-1350 sqft | 3BR,2BA | $1.83 |
| St. James Plaza | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.73 |
| Skyline Towers | Reagan Premier | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Carousel Court | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Stoneridge at Mark Center Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.92 |
| Woodmont Park Apartments | 2 Bedrooms + 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Barcroft Plaza Apartments | 1 Bedroom + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| The Jefferson, an Eagle Rock Community | Independence | Studio ,1BA | $2.08 |
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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 $1,425.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Parklawn?
The cheapest apartment in Parklawn is Ashlawn at Southern Towers which is listed at $1,327, while the average apartment in Parklawn costs $2,073.
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 62 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 $151 which is $1,922 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Parklawn.
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