Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Pinecrest Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $1,100 (37 Rentals)

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Parc View Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Parc View Apartments

5380 Holmes Run PkyAlexandria, VA 22304
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Edsall Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Edsall Gardens

6438 Edsall RdAlexandria, VA 22312
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Crystal Woods
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Crystal Woods

4905 Southland AveAlexandria, VA 22312

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Bailey House Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bailey House Apartments

3407 Moray LnFalls Church, VA 22041
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Parkwood Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Parkwood Apartments

3421 Glen Carlyn DrFalls Church, VA 22041
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GrandView Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

GrandView Apartments

3404 Carlin Springs RdFalls Church, VA 22041

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Columbia View
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Columbia View

3416-3422 Spring LnFalls Church, VA 22041

Pinecrest, Alexandria, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Pinecrest Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Pinecrest area of Washington, VA is a Studio unit found at Broadstone Van Dorn priced from $1,260. Brent Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,302. Here are the most affordable Pinecrest apartments for rent in Washington, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Broadstone Van DornCaasStudio,1BA$1,260
Brent PlaceBrent 11BR,1BA$1,302
Mason at Van DornS1Studio,1BA$1,308
Key TowersOvertonStudio,1BA$1,395
101 North Ripley ApartmentsStudio (Classic)Studio,1BA$1,399
Stoneridge at Mark Center Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,465
Lynbrook at Mark Center Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 630 sqft1BR,1BA$1,490
Skyline TowersLEnfant PremierStudio,1BA$1,500
Elme Alexandria1 Bed | 1 Bath - A1C1BR,1BA$1,535
Brookdale at Mark Center Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 540 sqft1BR,1BA$1,540

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pinecrest, VA

As of October 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Pinecrest area is the $1.96 price per square foot 2 Bedrooms + 1 Bath Model at London Park Towers Apartments in the in the Alexandria West neighborhood starting from $2,328. The second greatest value Pinecrest apartment is the Design 1B15 Model at The Summit starting at $2,005 with a $1.96 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
London Park Towers Apartments2 Bedrooms + 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.96
The SummitDesign 1B151BR,1.5BA$1.96
Arbor Park of AlexandriaTwo Bedroom B1C2BR,1BA$2.01
Landmark TowersLarge One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.11
Bennington Crossings Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$2.16
Edlandria2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$2.10
Willow Run at Mark Center Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.04
Crystal WoodsThe Valencia1BR,1BA$2.12
Key TowersOvertonStudio ,1BA$1.90
Brent PlaceBrent 11BR,1BA$1.91

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Pinecrest, Alexandria, VA

Ranked #32

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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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!

Getting Around the Pinecrest Neighborhood in Alexandria, VA

Walk Score®

41 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

31 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

39 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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 $1,540.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Pinecrest?

The cheapest apartment in Pinecrest is Brent Place which is listed at $1,302, while the average apartment in Pinecrest costs $2,626.

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 12 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 $105 which is $2,521 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Pinecrest.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

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