
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverside Gardens Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $900 (18 Rentals)
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7913 Central Park Cir

3700 Roxbury Ln

8056 Central Park Dr

8032 Saint Annes Ct, Unit UL 1

8063 Saint Annes Ct, Unit Bedroom 2
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2402 Parkers Ln

Mount Vernon Gardens

Colchester Towne
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Rolling Hills Apartments

Gum Springs Glen

Carydale Village

4405 Groombridge Way

Spring Gardens Apartments

7009 Lamp Post Ln
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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 Studio Apartments | $1,439 | $1,439 | $1,439 |
| Riverside Gardens 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,681 | $1,142 | $1,845 |
| Riverside Gardens 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,935 | $1,395 | $2,650 |
| Riverside Gardens 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,410 | $1,775 | $2,655 |
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There are currently 18 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 1 Bed unit found at Stony Brook Apartments priced from $1,142. Meadow Woods has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,399. Here are the most affordable Riverside Gardens apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stony Brook Apartments | One-bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,142 |
| Meadow Woods | Patrick Henry | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
| Lafayette Apartments | <h3><center><b>One Bedroom</h3></center></b> | 1BR,1BA | $1,499 |
| Washington Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Type B | 1BR,1BA | $1,515 |
| Courts Of Mount Vernon | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,515 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverside Gardens, VA
As of July 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riverside Gardens area is the $2.21 price per square foot C2-70 Model at Creekside Village in the in the Gum Springs neighborhood starting from $2,445. The second greatest value Riverside Gardens apartment is the Type D-1 - 2 bedroom w/sunroom Model at Skyview Apartments starting at $1,950 with a $1.89 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Creekside Village | C2-70 | 3BR,2BA | $2.21 |
| Skyview Apartments | Type D-1 - 2 bedroom w/sunroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.89 |
| Lafayette Apartments | <h3><center><b>Two Bedroom</h3></center></b> | 2BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Stony Brook Apartments | Three-bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.13 |
| Washington Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Type B | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Mount Vernon Square Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 735 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Meadow Woods | Woodlawn | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Courts Of Mount Vernon | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| The Residences at North Hill | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| Haven Huntley Meadows | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.58 |
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Best Local Schools in Riverside Gardens, Alexandria, VA
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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 Stony Brook Apartments which is listed at $1,142, while the average apartment in Riverside Gardens costs $2,395.
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 87 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 $1,229 which is $1,166 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Riverside Gardens.
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