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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Square at 511 Apartments
511 Four Mile RdAlexandria, VA 22305
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Presidential Greens
3904 Executive AveAlexandria, VA 22305
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Eaton Square
801 4 Mile RdAlexandria, VA 22305
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800-802 Tennessee AveAlexandria, VA 22305
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowMason Hall
1420 W Abingdon DrAlexandria, VA 22314
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25 W Glebe RdAlexandria, VA 22305
3911 Elbert Ave
AlexandriaVA22305
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Bloom
930 N Henry StAlexandria, VA 22314
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Aspen
3201 Landover StAlexandria, VA 22305
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Del Ray Tower at Fuse
3110 Mount Vernon AveAlexandria, VA 22305
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1 E Glebe Rd
AlexandriaVA22305
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Braddock Lee
2423 Menokin DrAlexandria, VA 22302
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320 E Nelson AveAlexandria, VA 22301
113 E Glebe Rd
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowParkstone Alexandria
3001 Park Center DrAlexandria, VA 22302
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowJackson Crossing
120 E Reed AveAlexandria, VA 22305
1712 W Abingdon Dr
AlexandriaVA22314
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Station At Potomac Yard Apartments
650 Maskell StAlexandria, VA 22301
2 Ashby St
AlexandriaVA22305
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Manor House Apartments
6 E Nelson AveAlexandria, VA 22301
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The Alexander Apartments
4390 King StAlexandria, VA 22302
3201 Commonwealth Ave
AlexandriaVA22305
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ELofts
4501 Ford AveAlexandria, VA 22302
402 Bashford Ln
AlexandriaVA22314
3304 Wyndham Cir
AlexandriaVA22302
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1100 N Fayette StAlexandria, VA 22314
1718 W Abingdon Dr
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1616 W Abingdon Dr
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1808 W Abingdon Dr
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3310 Wyndham Cir, Unit Unit#1
3310 Wyndham Cir
AlexandriaVA22302
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3308 Wyndham Cir
AlexandriaVA22302
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Del Ray Central at Fuse
3051-3061 Mount Vernon AveAlexandria, VA 22305
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Avalon Potomac Yard
731 Seaton AveAlexandria, VA 22305
3309 Wyndham Cir
AlexandriaVA22302
310 Ashby St, Unit B
310 Ashby St
AlexandriaVA22305
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Arrive 2801
2801 Park Center DrAlexandria, VA 22302
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Reserve at Potomac Yard
3700 Jefferson Davis HwyAlexandria, VA 22305
1109 N Pitt St
AlexandriaVA22314
3307 Wyndham Cir
AlexandriaVA22302
4551 Strutfield Ln, Unit 4416
4551 Strutfield Ln
AlexandriaVA22311
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1536 Mt Eagle Pl
AlexandriaVA22302
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1260 Braddock PlAlexandria, VA 22314
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowAlate Old Town 62+ Senior Living
1112 First StAlexandria, VA 22314
7 E Glebe Rd, Unit C
7 E Glebe Rd
AlexandriaVA22305
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Gables Old Town North
525 Montgomery StAlexandria, VA 22314
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Station 650
650 Potomac AveAlexandria, VA 22301
1608 Mt Eagle Pl
AlexandriaVA22302
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Oakville
451 Swann AveAlexandria, VA 22301
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The Dalton
1225 First StAlexandria, VA 22314
1403 E Abingdon Dr
AlexandriaVA22314
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Potomac West?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Potomac West Studio Apartments | $1,987 | $1,299 | $7,809 |
| Potomac West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,583 | $1,310 | $9,004 |
| Potomac West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,419 | $1,459 | $10,000+ |
| Potomac West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,867 | $1,150 | $10,000+ |
| Potomac West 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,333 | $1,050 | $4,400 |
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Cheapest Available Potomac West Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Potomac West area of Washington, VA is a Studio unit found at The Square at 511 Apartments priced from $1,099. National Landing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here are the most affordable Potomac West apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Square at 511 Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
| National Landing | 206 | 3BR,2BA | $1,150 |
| Presidential Greens | Plan A1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,310 |
| Eaton Square | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Lloyd Apartments | 1D | 1BR,1BA | $1,419 |
| Mason Hall | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,427 |
| Fillmore Garden Apartments | 2 Bedroom Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1,459 |
| Crystal House | S14 WF 50 | Studio,1BA | $1,486 |
| Glebe House Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| Allendale Garden Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Potomac West, VA
As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Potomac West area is the $1.87 price per square foot 4 bed / 2 bath Model at Parliament House in the in the Crystal City neighborhood starting from $4,400. The second greatest value Potomac West apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Arna Valley View Apartments starting at $2,425 with a $2.06 price per square foot in the Northeast Alexandria neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Potomac West apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Parliament House | 4 bed / 2 bath | 4BR,2BA | $1.87 |
| Arna Valley View Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.06 |
| Arrive 2801 | Norfolk | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| Taylor Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Parkstone Alexandria | 1 Bedroom - 1 Bath | A02 | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| The Bloom | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.05 |
| Apex Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.04 |
| The Station At Potomac Yard Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Fillmore Garden Apartments | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| Eaton Square | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Potomac West Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Potomac West?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Potomac West is under $1,500.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Potomac West?
The cheapest apartment in Potomac West is Presidential Greens which is listed at $1,337, while the average apartment in Potomac West costs $3,837.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Potomac West?
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 64 regular apartments in Potomac West 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 Potomac West?
Cheap apartments in Potomac West have an average cost of $151 which is $3,686 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Potomac West.
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