
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Pinecrest Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $1,229 (56 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Pinecrest area of Alexandria.


The Graham at Southern Towers

Monticello at Southern Towers

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Broadstone Van Dorn

Whitestone at Landmark

Stratford at Southern Towers

Mason at Van Dorn

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Pinecrest, Alexandria, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Pinecrest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pinecrest Studio Apartments | $1,513 | $1,261 | $2,275 |
| Pinecrest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,989 | $1,309 | $4,305 |
| Pinecrest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,420 | $1,785 | $3,489 |
| Pinecrest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,786 | $2,076 | $5,151 |
| Pinecrest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $10,278 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 56 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Pinecrest Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA.
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Cheapest Available Pinecrest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Pinecrest area of Washington, VA is a Studio unit found at Sherwood at Southern Towers priced from $1,229. The Graham at Southern Towers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,252. Here are the most affordable Pinecrest apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sherwood at Southern Towers | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,229 |
| The Graham at Southern Towers | S1B | Studio,1BA | $1,252 |
| Monticello at Southern Towers | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,253 |
| Broadstone Van Dorn | Caas | Studio,1BA | $1,340 |
| Whitestone at Landmark | The Yellowstone | Studio,1BA | $1,345 |
| Stratford at Southern Towers | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,362 |
| Mason at Van Dorn | S1: 0 Bed 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,414 |
| Seminary Towers | Studio 1BA (535sf) | Studio,1BA | $1,475 |
| Key Towers | Overton | Studio,1BA | $1,490 |
| Columbia Grove Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,510 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pinecrest, VA
As of September 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Pinecrest area is the $1.85 price per square foot Design 2B20 Model at The Summit in the in the Maple Grove Estates neighborhood starting from $2,446. The second greatest value Pinecrest apartment is the 2 Bedrooms + 2 Baths Model at London Park Towers Apartments starting at $2,237 with a $1.70 price per square foot in the Alexandria West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pinecrest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| The Summit | Design 2B20 | 2BR,2BA | $1.85 |
| London Park Towers Apartments | 2 Bedrooms + 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| ReNew Springfield | Bristol Den | 2BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Curve 6100 | Winchester B6P | 2BR,2BA | $2.20 |
| Barcroft View Apartments | 2 Bedrooms + 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Arbor Park of Alexandria | One Bedroom A1C | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Key Towers | Bradford | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Willow Run at Mark Center Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Stoneridge at Mark Center Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Barcroft Plaza Apartments | 1 Bedroom + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Pinecrest Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Pinecrest?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Pinecrest is under $1,510.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Pinecrest?
The cheapest apartment in Pinecrest is Stratford at Southern Towers which is listed at $1,431, while the average apartment in Pinecrest costs $2,129.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Pinecrest?
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 35 regular apartments in Pinecrest 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 Pinecrest?
Cheap apartments in Pinecrest have an average cost of $211 which is $1,918 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Pinecrest.
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