
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverside Gardens Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $900 (27 Rentals)
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8032 Saint Annes Ct, Unit UL 1

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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 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,618 | $1,142 | $1,995 |
| Riverside Gardens 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,950 | $1,575 | $2,650 |
| Riverside Gardens 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,391 | $1,591 | $3,200 |
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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 1 Bed unit found at Meadow Woods priced from $1,419. Lafayette Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,499. Here are the most affordable Riverside Gardens apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meadow Woods | Patrick Henry | 1BR,1BA | $1,419 |
| Lafayette Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,499 |
| Mount Vernon Square Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 665 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,505 |
| Washington Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Type B | 1BR,1BA | $1,515 |
| Stony Brook Apartments | Two-bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,575 |
| Haven Huntley Meadows | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Skyview Apartments | Type A | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| The Residences at North Hill | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,656 |
| Creekside Village I | A1-60 | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Courts Of Mount Vernon | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,755 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverside Gardens, VA
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riverside Gardens area is the $2.07 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Lafayette Apartments in the in the Gum Springs neighborhood starting from $1,849. The second greatest value Riverside Gardens apartment is the Type B - 1 bedroom w/den Model at Skyview Apartments starting at $1,850 with a $2.22 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lafayette Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Skyview Apartments | Type B - 1 bedroom w/den | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Creekside Village I | A1-60 | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Washington Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Type B | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Stony Brook Apartments | Two-bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| Meadow Woods | Woodlawn | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| Courts Of Mount Vernon | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
| The Residences at North Hill | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| Mount Vernon Square Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 665 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Haven Huntley Meadows | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.44 |
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Best Local Schools in Riverside Gardens, Alexandria, VA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverside Gardens Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverside Gardens Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverside Gardens Apartment is $1,419 at Meadow Woods.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Riverside Gardens Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Riverside Gardens is starting from $1,575 at Stony Brook Apartments.
What is the most affordable Riverside Gardens Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Riverside Gardens Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Stony Brook Apartments and starts from $1,591.
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