Apartments for Rent in the Potomac West Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA (465 Rentals)

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

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Potomac West, Alexandria, VA Local Guide

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Moving is tough, especially long-distance. Learn how to minimize stress & expenses with proven strategies from a real estate pro, covering everything from logistics to finances.

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How a Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit

Learn How a Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit from the Renter University at AparmentHomeLiving.com.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Potomac West, Alexandria, VA

Ranked #2

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Potomac West, Alexandria, VA

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Alexandria. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Family-Friendly Rating

A family-friendly community may be just the ticket if you have children when you rent. Amongst all of the submarkets in Alexandria, this residential area is one of the best-regarded neighborhoods for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly submarkets have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. These features include things like green spaces, and great education and schools.

Outdoors Rating

For some, access to the outdoors is something that is important for them. This section of town is a highly-rated area of town for parks and outdoor amenities, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

This neighborhood ranks as one of the best higher-end communities in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like pools, saunas, workout spaces, on-site concierge services, park access, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Other luxury items often include tile or hardwood floors, sports like tennis and raquetball, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.

Pet Friendly Rating

Have dogs and cats? This area ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Getting Around the Potomac West Neighborhood in Alexandria, VA

Walk Score®

89 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

92 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

53 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Potomac West

How much are Studio apartments in Potomac West?

There are currently 160 Studio Apartments in Potomac West with rent ranges from $1,332 to $5,294 with an average price of $1,936.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Potomac West Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Potomac West ranges from $1,282 to $8,917 with an average monthly rent of $2,489.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Potomac West cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Potomac West range from $1,467 to $10,177. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,283.

How expensive are Potomac West Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 89 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Potomac West on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,282 to $11,232 - averaging $4,215 for the location.

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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A Washington DC Local Expert's Guide to Top Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in the DC Metro

Written by: Steve Lilly

I'm Steve, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Washington, DC.

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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

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.