
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Potomac Yard Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $1,250 (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

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Del Ray Nelson

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Mason Hall

113 E Glebe Rd

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Platform

1714 W Abingdon Dr

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Station 650

501 Slaters Ln, Unit #506

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Del Ray Central at Fuse
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1606 W Abingdon Dr, Unit 101

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Mason Avenue Apartments

1814 W Abingdon Dr

205 E Glebe Rd

610 Bashford Ln

The Gardens at Del Ray II

3650 S Glebe Rd, Unit 349

Camden Potomac Yard

3600 S Glebe Rd
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3600 S Glebe Rd, Unit 531W
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 | $1,736 | $1,299 | $2,872 |
| Potomac Yard 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,457 | $1,332 | $3,738 |
| Potomac Yard 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,258 | $1,965 | $5,774 |
| Potomac Yard 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,437 | $4,133 | $4,683 |
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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 priced from $1,299. Presidential Greens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,332. 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 | 0/1/A-R | Studio,1BA | $1,299 |
| Presidential Greens | Plan A1C | 1BR,1BA | $1,332 |
| Glebe House Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| Del Ray Nelson | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,549 |
| The Aspen | Potomac A | Studio,1BA | $1,574 |
| Mason Hall | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,628 |
| Jackson Crossing | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,734 |
| The Station At Potomac Yard Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,775 |
| New Brookside Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,785 |
| Mason Avenue Apartments | 1BR C-Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Potomac Yard, VA
As of September 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Potomac Yard area is the $2.05 price per square foot 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom Model at Del Ray Bellefonte in the in the Northeast Alexandria neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Potomac Yard apartment is the Madison Model at The Aspen starting at $2,712 with a $2.78 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. |
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| Del Ray Bellefonte | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| The Aspen | Madison | 2BR,2BA | $2.78 |
| The Station At Potomac Yard Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Jackson Crossing | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| 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 | $2.58 |
| Presidential Greens | Plan A1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| Mason Hall | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.90 |
| The Square at 511 | 0/1/A-R | Studio ,1BA | $2.79 |
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Pet Friendly LifestylePotomac Yard, Alexandria, VA
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Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Potomac Yard Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Potomac Yard?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Potomac Yard is at The Square at 511 listed at $1,299.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Potomac Yard Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Potomac Yard Apartment is $1,332 at Presidential Greens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Potomac Yard Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Potomac Yard is starting from $2,000 at Del Ray Bellefonte.
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