
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Potomac Yard Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $1,000 (41 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Potomac Yard area of Alexandria.


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Presidential Greens

Glebe House Apartments

Mason Hall

Del Ray Nelson

113 E Glebe Rd

The Aspen

Jackson Crossing
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1712 W Abingdon Dr

The Station At Potomac Yard Apartments

1808 W Abingdon Dr

3201 Commonwealth Ave

2 Ashby St

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1812 W Abingdon Dr
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Del Ray Tower at Fuse

1616 W Abingdon Dr

1618 W Abingdon Dr, Unit 103

1718 W Abingdon Dr

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Del Ray Central at Fuse

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Station 650

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Avalon Potomac Yard

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Reserve at Potomac Yard
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Oakville

7 E Glebe Rd, Unit C

1403 E Abingdon Dr

Beverly Hills Court

Arbelo Apartments

Brenton Court Apartments
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Commonwealth Terrace Apartments

1612 W Abingdon Dr

6 Leadbeater Street

Mason Avenue Apartments

Mason Avenue Apartments

1814 W Abingdon Dr

3600 S Glebe Rd

3650 S Glebe Rd, Unit 349
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Potomac Yard, Alexandria, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Potomac Yard?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Potomac Yard Studio Apartments | $1,791 | $1,299 | $2,852 |
| Potomac Yard 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,421 | $1,338 | $3,748 |
| Potomac Yard 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,232 | $1,918 | $4,408 |
| Potomac Yard 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,615 | $4,041 | $4,995 |
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There are currently 41 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Potomac Yard Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA.
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Cheapest Available Potomac Yard Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Potomac Yard area of Washington, VA is a Studio unit found at The Square at 511 Apartments priced from $1,099. Presidential Greens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,338. Here are the most affordable Potomac Yard apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Square at 511 Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
| Presidential Greens | Plan A1F | 1BR,1BA | $1,338 |
| Glebe House Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| Mason Hall | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,581 |
| Del Ray Nelson | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| The Aspen | St. Asaph | Studio,1BA | $1,689 |
| Jackson Crossing | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,740 |
| New Brookside Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,745 |
| The Station At Potomac Yard Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,775 |
| Mason Avenue Apartments | 1BR C-Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Potomac Yard, VA
As of July 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Potomac Yard area is the $2.74 price per square foot Madison Model at The Aspen in the in the Northeast Alexandria neighborhood starting from $2,674. The second greatest value Potomac Yard apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at The Station At Potomac Yard Apartments starting at $1,775 with a $2.23 price per square foot in the Northeast Alexandria neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Potomac Yard apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Aspen | Madison | 2BR,2BA | $2.74 |
| The Station At Potomac Yard Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Station 650 | 1x1 A | 1BR,1BA | $2.97 |
| Jackson Crossing | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.63 |
| Mason Avenue Apartments | 1BR C-Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| Mason Avenue Apartments | 1BR C-Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| Del Ray Nelson | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $2.75 |
| Presidential Greens | Plan A1B/A1C | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| Mason Hall | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.92 |
| The Square at 511 Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.36 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Potomac Yard Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Potomac Yard?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Potomac Yard is under $1,799.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Potomac Yard?
The cheapest apartment in Potomac Yard is Presidential Greens which is listed at $1,338, while the average apartment in Potomac Yard costs $4,695.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Potomac Yard?
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 20 regular apartments in Potomac Yard 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 Yard?
Cheap apartments in Potomac Yard have an average cost of $524 which is $4,171 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Potomac Yard.
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