Cheap Homes for Rent in Potomac West Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $1,300 (43 Rentals)

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property at 1912 S Glebe Rd

$1,300

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Feb 1

1912 S Glebe Rd

ArlingtonVA22204
property at 3101 N Hampton Dr

$1,795 - $3,100

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

3101 N Hampton Dr

AlexandriaVA22302

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property at 2465 Army Navy Dr

$1,800

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

2465 Army Navy Dr

ArlingtonVA22206

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Potomac West, Alexandria, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Potomac West Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Potomac West area of Washington, VA is a 4 Beds unit found at 2221 S Clark priced from $1,050. Presidential Greens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,304. Here are the most affordable Potomac West apartments for rent in Washington, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
2221 S ClarkPrivate Bedroom in Shared 4 Bed 2 Bath A4BR,2BA$1,050
Presidential GreensPlan A1B1BR,1BA$1,304
Apex ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,318
Crystal HouseS9 WF 50Studio,1BA$1,322
Dominion TowersStudio/one bathStudio,1BA$1,416
Glebe House ApartmentsUnfurnished StudioStudio,1BA$1,450
Dominion PlazaStudioStudio,1BA$1,458
Lloyd Apartments1B1BR,1BA$1,469
Fillmore Garden Apartments1 Bedroom Classic1BR,1BA$1,479
Eaton SquareA21BR,1BA$1,503

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Potomac West, VA

As of January 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Potomac West area is the $2.38 price per square foot SMITHSONIAN Model at The Citizen at Shirlington Village in the in the Green Valley neighborhood starting from $2,790. The second greatest value Potomac West apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2B60 Model at The Station At Potomac Yard Apartments starting at $1,965 with a $1.84 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Citizen at Shirlington VillageSMITHSONIAN2BR,2BA$2.38
The Station At Potomac Yard Apartments2 Bedroom 2B602BR,2BA$1.84
Parliament House3021BR,1BA$1.90
Del Ray Bellefonte2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$2.05
Arrive 2801Norfolk1BR,1BA$2.24
Shawnee ApartmentsB12BR,1BA$2.52
Arlington View Terraces2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.22
Dorchester Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.36
Westmont Gardens Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.46
Lloyd Apartments1D1BR,1BA$2.28

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Potomac West

What type of rentals are currently available in Potomac West?

There are currently 334 Apartments for Rent in Potomac West, VA with pricing that ranges from $1,050 to $11,185. There are also 208 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Potomac West ranging from $1,300 to $6,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Potomac West?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Potomac West ranges from $1,300 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,925.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Potomac West?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Potomac West range from $1,150 to $11,185, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,650 to $6,350. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,395 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,050.

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