
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverside Gardens Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $900 (10 Rentals)
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Stony Brook Apartments

3700 Roxbury Ln, Unit Primary

Meadow Woods

7913 Central Park Cir
Riverside Gardens, Alexandria, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riverside Gardens?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Gardens Studio Apartments | $1,494 | $1,489 | $1,500 |
| Riverside Gardens 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,652 | $1,150 | $1,900 |
| Riverside Gardens 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,900 | $1,570 | $2,200 |
| Riverside Gardens 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,366 | $1,775 | $2,650 |
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There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Riverside Gardens Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA.
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Cheapest Available Riverside Gardens Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riverside Gardens area of Washington, VA is a Studio unit found at Meadow Woods priced from $1,279. Mount Vernon Square Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,485. Here are the most affordable Riverside Gardens apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meadow Woods | Wilson | Studio,1BA | $1,279 |
| Mount Vernon Square Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 735 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,485 |
| Washington Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Type B | 1BR,1BA | $1,515 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverside Gardens, VA
As of November 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riverside Gardens area is the $2.36 price per square foot 2Bedroom 1Bathroom Model at Cherry Arms in the in the Gum Springs neighborhood starting from $2,206. The second greatest value Riverside Gardens apartment is the 7441 Convair Dr Model at 7441 Convair Dr, Unit 1 starting at $1,790 with a $2.24 price per square foot in the Gum Springs neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riverside Gardens apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cherry Arms | 2Bedroom 1Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| 7441 Convair Dr, Unit 1 | 7441 Convair Dr | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Mallard Court Apartments | ACD1- Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| Skyview Apartments | Type A | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| Washington Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Type B | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Stony Brook Apartments | Two-bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| Lafayette Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Courts Of Mount Vernon | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
| The Residences at North Hill | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| Mount Vernon Square Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 665 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRiverside Gardens, Alexandria, VA
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2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Riverside Gardens, Alexandria, VA
Mount Vernon Woods Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverside Gardens Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Riverside Gardens?
The cheapest apartment in Riverside Gardens is Meadow Woods which is listed at $1,409, while the average apartment in Riverside Gardens costs $2,487.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Riverside Gardens?
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 15 regular apartments in Riverside Gardens 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 Riverside Gardens?
Cheap apartments in Riverside Gardens have an average cost of $243 which is $2,244 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Riverside Gardens.
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