
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Pinecrest Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $1,200 (68 Rentals)
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309 Yoakum Pkwy, Unit 1512, Unit 1512

Brent Place

Broadstone Van Dorn

Mason at Van Dorn

Key Towers

75 S Reynolds St

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101 North Ripley Apartments

Whitestone at Landmark

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75 S Reynolds St, Unit Unit 317, Unit Unit 317

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Willow Run at Mark Center Apartment Homes

Acclaim at Alexandria

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Lynbrook at Mark Center Apartment Homes

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Arbor Park of Alexandria

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Stoneridge at Mark Center Apartment Homes

Landmark Towers

Landmark Terrace

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Bennington Crossings Apartment Homes

Arrive Alexandria
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60 S Van Dorn St

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Brookdale at Mark Center Apartment Homes

South Port

Bren Mar Apartments

5831 Quantrell Ave

8 S Van Dorn St

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Crystal Woods

3700 N Rosser St, Unit 201, Unit 201

5929 Quantrell Ave

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Arbors on Duke
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5500 Holmes Run Pkwy

Contempo NOVA

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Cameron Square

4 S Van Dorn St

Edlandria

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Sullivan Place

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Halstead Alexandria

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Curve 6100

250 S Reynolds St, Unit 304, Unit 304

3712 N Rosser St
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Hillwood and Stoneridge

Edsall Station - Section 8

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Parc View Apartments

Excelsior Tower

Edsall Gardens

5801 Quantrell Ave

60 S Van Dorn St, Unit 413, Unit 413

5340 Holmes Run Pkwy

Lerner Morningside
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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 | $1,571 | $1,305 | $2,549 |
| Pinecrest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,922 | $1,218 | $7,053 |
| Pinecrest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,330 | $1,597 | $7,486 |
| Pinecrest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,778 | $1,920 | $5,151 |
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Cheapest Available Pinecrest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Pinecrest area of Washington, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Olde Salem Village priced from $1,218. Mason at Van Dorn has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,336. Here are the most affordable Pinecrest apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olde Salem Village | Studio | S01 | 1BR,1BA | $1,218 |
| Mason at Van Dorn | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,336 |
| London Park Towers Apartments | 1 Bedroom + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,498 |
| Skyline Towers | LEnfant Renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,521 |
| Whitestone at Landmark | The Brownstone | Studio,1BA | $1,541 |
| Broadstone Van Dorn | Ford | 1BR,1BA | $1,552 |
| Key Towers | Monticello | 1BR,1BA | $1,552 |
| Lynbrook at Mark Center Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 630 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,565 |
| Arbor Park of Alexandria | One Bedroom A1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,578 |
| Stoneridge at Mark Center Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,580 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pinecrest, VA
As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Pinecrest area is the $2.20 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Bennington Crossings Apartment Homes in the in the Central Springfield neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Pinecrest apartment is the Design 2A20 Premier Model at The Summit starting at $2,267 with a $2.02 price per square foot in the Maple Grove Estates 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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| Bennington Crossings Apartment Homes | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.20 |
| The Summit | Design 2A20 Premier | 2BR,2BA | $2.02 |
| Stoneridge at Mark Center Apartment Homes | Three Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.19 |
| Willow Run at Mark Center Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom 1.5 Bath- 1047 sqft | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.17 |
| Arbor Park of Alexandria | Two Bedroom B1B | 2BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Key Towers | Bradford | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Hillwood Manor Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| Lerner Morningside | Jefferson- Towers | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Woodmont Park Apartments | 2 Bedrooms + 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Broadstone Van Dorn | Ford | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team compares millions of points of data to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Pinecrest, Alexandria, and the greater Washington area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, features that make it easier to raise kids, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
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 $1,580.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Pinecrest?
The cheapest apartment in Pinecrest is Olde Salem Village which is listed at $1,218, while the average apartment in Pinecrest costs $2,640.
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 21 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 $290 which is $2,350 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Pinecrest.
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