
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Parklawn Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $1,300 (29 Rentals)
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644 S Illinois St

5214 8th Rd S

5340 Holmes Run Pky, Unit 909

6001 Arlington Blvd, Unit 913

5340 Holmes Run Pky, Unit Pavilion On the Park

808 S Arlington Ml
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12 S Van Dorn St

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4 S Van Dorn St

5911 Edsall Rd, Unit PH10

3101 S Manchester St, Unit 713

5340 Holmes Run Pky, Unit Pavilion on the park

5563 Seminary Rd, Unit 303
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301 N Beauregard St, Unit 1107

27 Canterbury Sq, Unit 301

250 S Reynolds St, Unit 304

5575 Seminary Rd, Unit 111

6101 Edsall Rd, Unit 4

5900 Munson Ct

200 N Pickett St, Unit 214
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1417 N Van Dorn St, Unit B

4600 Duke St, Unit 1406

431 N Armistead St, Unit 402

5300 Columbia Pike

6301 Stevenson Ave

5627 8th St S

3245 Rio Dr, Unit 1012
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6 Canterbury Square, Unit 301b
Parklawn, Alexandria, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Parklawn?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parklawn 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,449 | $1,895 | $3,100 |
| Parklawn 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,667 | $2,600 | $4,950 |
| Parklawn 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,500 | $3,700 | $6,495 |
| Parklawn 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,315 | $3,950 | $8,000 |
| Parklawn 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,000 | $6,000 | $6,000 |
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There are currently 29 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 1 Bed unit found at Olde Salem Village priced from $1,077. Monticello at Southern Towers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,144. Here are the most affordable Parklawn apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olde Salem Village | Studio | S01 | 1BR,1BA | $1,077 |
| Monticello at Southern Towers | S1C | Studio,1BA | $1,144 |
| The Graham at Southern Towers | S1B | Studio,1BA | $1,235 |
| Sherwood at Southern Towers | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,262 |
| Broadstone Van Dorn | Caas | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
| London Park Towers Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,314 |
| Ashlawn at Southern Towers | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,324 |
| The Jefferson, an Eagle Rock Community | Independence | Studio,1BA | $1,332 |
| Harvey Hall | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,372 |
| Larchmont Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Parklawn, VA
As of August 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Parklawn area is the $1.97 price per square foot Van Gogh - Den Model at Lerner Excelsior Tower in the in the Central Springfield neighborhood starting from $2,208. The second greatest value Parklawn apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at St. James Plaza starting at $1,838 with a $1.73 price per square foot in the Alexandria West 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lerner Excelsior Tower | Van Gogh - Den | 2BR,2BA | $1.97 |
| St. James Plaza | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.73 |
| The Oliver in Alexandria | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.12 |
| Carousel Court | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Arbor Park of Alexandria | Two Bedroom B1B | 2BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Key Towers | Bradford | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Willow Run at Mark Center Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Stoneridge at Mark Center Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| The Jefferson, an Eagle Rock Community | Independence | Studio ,1BA | $2.05 |
| Olde Salem Village | Studio | S01 | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Parklawn
What type of rentals are currently available in Parklawn?
There are currently 180 Apartments for Rent in Parklawn, VA with pricing that ranges from $1,077 to $13,307. There are also 130 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Parklawn ranging from $1,395 to $8,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Parklawn?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Parklawn ranges from $1,395 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,098.
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