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511 Four Mile RdAlexandria, VA 22305
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Potomac West Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $1,000 (108 Rentals)
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Presidential Greens
3904 Executive AveAlexandria, VA 22305
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowBraddock Lee
2423 Menokin DrAlexandria, VA 22302
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Eaton Square
801 4 Mile RdAlexandria, VA 22305
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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 NowMason Arms Apartments
218 E Mason AveAlexandria, VA 22301
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowLloyd Apartments
800-802 Tennessee AveAlexandria, VA 22305
115 E Glebe Rd
AlexandriaVA22305
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Aspen
3201 Landover StAlexandria, VA 22305
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowMason Hall
1420 W Abingdon DrAlexandria, VA 22314
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3001 Park Center DrAlexandria, VA 22302
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowJackson Crossing
120 E Reed AveAlexandria, VA 22305
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3102 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 104
3102 Commonwealth AveAlexandria, VA 22305
1225 Martha Custis Dr
AlexandriaVA22302
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Station At Potomac Yard Apartments
650 Maskell StAlexandria, VA 22301
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Manor House Apartments
6 E Nelson AveAlexandria, VA 22301
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Del Ray Tower at Fuse
3110 Mount Vernon AveAlexandria, VA 22305
1734 W Abingdon Dr
AlexandriaVA22314
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3201 Commonwealth Ave
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ELofts
4501 Ford AveAlexandria, VA 22302
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415 E Bellefonte AveAlexandria, VA 22301
1732 W Abingdon Dr, Unit 201, Unit 201
1732 W Abingdon Dr
AlexandriaVA22314
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The Alexander Apartments
4390 King StAlexandria, VA 22302
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1100 N Fayette StAlexandria, VA 22314
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Bradley Braddock Road Station Apartments
1260 Braddock PlAlexandria, VA 22314
3306 Wyndham Cir
AlexandriaVA22302
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Beverly Hills Court
300-302 W Glebe RdAlexandria, VA 22305
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Arbelo Apartments
831-833 Bashford LnAlexandria, VA 22314
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801 N Pitt St
AlexandriaVA22314
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Fort Ward Apartments
4301 W Braddock RdAlexandria, VA 22304
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Parc East
1225 Martha Custis DrAlexandria, VA 22302
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Brenton Court Apartments
400-424 E Glendale AveAlexandria, VA 22301
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Del Ray Nelson
320 E Nelson AveAlexandria, VA 22301
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Commonwealth Terrace Apartments
3100 Commonwealth AveAlexandria, VA 22305
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Mason Avenue Apartments
8 E Monroe AveAlexandria, VA 22301
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5 E Mason AveAlexandria, VA 22301
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New Brookside Apartments
601 Four Mile RdAlexandria, VA 22305
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6 Leadbeater Street
6 Leadbeater StAlexandria, VA 22305
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112 E Howell Ave
AlexandriaVA22301
1814 W Abingdon Dr
AlexandriaVA22314
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Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available NowNational Landing
2221 S Clark StArlington, VA 22202
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3215 24th St SArlington, VA 22206
1044 26th St S
ArlingtonVA22202
2301 25th St S, Unit Grove, Unit Grove
2301 25th St S
ArlingtonVA22206
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowApex Apartments
2910 S Glebe RdArlington, VA 22206
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2011 4th St SArlington, VA 22204
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowFillmore Garden Apartments
805 S Walter Reed DrArlington, VA 22204
4600 S Four Mile Run Dr, Unit 341
4600 S Four Mile Run Dr
ArlingtonVA22204
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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 | $1,990 | $1,066 | $7,809 |
| Potomac West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,593 | $1,092 | $9,004 |
| Potomac West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,456 | $1,467 | $10,000+ |
| Potomac West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,817 | $1,150 | $10,000+ |
| Potomac West 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,257 | $1,050 | $3,870 |
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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 |
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| The Square at 511 Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
| National Landing | 206 | 3BR,2BA | $1,150 |
| Presidential Greens | Plan A1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,286 |
| Eaton Square | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Cortland on Pike | S3 | Studio,1BA | $1,438 |
| Fillmore Garden Apartments | 1 Bedroom Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,449 |
| Braddock Lee | Ascott Renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,460 |
| Crystal House | S7 WF 50 | Studio,1BA | $1,491 |
| 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 May 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Potomac West area is the $1.64 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Jackson Crossing in the in the Northeast Alexandria neighborhood starting from $2,023. The second greatest value Potomac West apartment is the 1809 S Monroe St Model at 1809 S Monroe St, Unit A starting at $1,975 with a $1.65 price per square foot in the Ashton Heights 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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| Jackson Crossing | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| 1809 S Monroe St, Unit A | 1809 S Monroe St | 3BR,2BA | $1.65 |
| 1303 S Walter Reed Dr, Unit 202 | 1303 S Walter Reed Dr | 2BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| Del Ray Bellefonte | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Taylor Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Apex Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.95 |
| Parkstone Alexandria | 1 Bedroom - 1 Bath | A02 | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| The Bloom | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.05 |
| The Station At Potomac Yard Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Fillmore Garden Apartments | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
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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 $1,286, while the average apartment in Potomac West costs $3,644.
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 139 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 $464 which is $3,180 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Potomac West.
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