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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Quadrant Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $500 (37 Rentals)
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2059 Huntington Ave
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowMonticello-Lee
620 Jefferson StAlexandria, VA 22314
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$1,735
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2332 Glendale Terrace, Unit A1
2332 Glendale TerraceAlexandria, VA 22303
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The Foundry
2470 Mandeville LnAlexandria, VA 22314
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowLincoln Old Town
401 Holland LnAlexandria, VA 22314
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$1,923 - $3,985
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Dylan & Reese
2455 Mandeville AveAlexandria, VA 22314
715 S Washington St
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2237 Farrington Ave
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$2,037 - $9,542
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now800 Carlyle
800 John Carlyle StAlexandria, VA 22314
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowMAA Carlyle Square
501 Holland LnAlexandria, VA 22314
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The Asher
620 N Fayette StAlexandria, VA 22314
131 N Washington St
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5651 Fenwick Drive
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520 John Carlyle St
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309 Holland Ln
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525 N Fayette St
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Bell Old Town
750 Thornton WayAlexandria, VA 22314
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Carlyle Mill
2201 Mill RdAlexandria, VA 22314
2301 Farrington Ave
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Lineage at North Patrick
625 N Patrick StAlexandria, VA 22314
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The Heritage at Old Town
431 S Columbus StAlexandria, VA 22314
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Bridgeyard
1204 S Washington StAlexandria, VA 22314
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The Arden
2317 Huntington AveAlexandria, VA 22303
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Gunston Hall Apartments
913 S Washington StAlexandria, VA 22314
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Olde Towne West
500-524 S Alfred StAlexandria, VA 22314
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1006 Oronoco St
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1224 Prince St
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115 S Patrick StAlexandria, VA 22314
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Meridian 2250 at Eisenhower Station
2250 Dock LnAlexandria, VA 22314
921 Cameron St
AlexandriaVA22314
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Commonwealth Ave
401 Commonwealth AveAlexandria, VA 22301
113 S St Asaph St
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1012 Duke St
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5883 Blaine Dr
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Southwest Quadrant, Alexandria, VA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest Quadrant?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Quadrant Studio Apartments | $1,784 | $1,322 | $2,400 |
| Southwest Quadrant 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,334 | $1,600 | $3,667 |
| Southwest Quadrant 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,058 | $1,735 | $6,060 |
| Southwest Quadrant 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,601 | $2,375 | $4,300 |
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Cheapest Available Southwest Quadrant Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Quadrant area of Washington, VA is a Studio unit found at Riverside Apartments priced from $1,322. Cityside Huntington Metro has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,450. Here are the most affordable Southwest Quadrant apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Riverside Apartments | Tower 2 | Studio | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,322 |
| Cityside Huntington Metro | Studio 430 sq. ft. | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| The Foundry | Studio-S06 | Studio,1BA | $1,807 |
| Huntington Gateway | Emory Premier | 1BR,1BA | $1,829 |
| Lincoln Old Town | Calvert | Studio,1BA | $1,923 |
| Monticello-Lee | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,999 |
| 800 Carlyle | S2a | Studio,1BA | $2,037 |
| Meridian 2250 at Eisenhower Station | S-1 | Studio,1BA | $2,116 |
| Dylan & Reese | Dylan SB | 1BR,1BA | $2,177 |
| MAA Carlyle Square | Studio 0x1 513 SF | Studio,1BA | $2,215 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Quadrant, VA
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Quadrant area is the $3.53 price per square foot Severn Model at The Colecroft Community in the in the Northeast Alexandria neighborhood starting from $3,850. The second greatest value Southwest Quadrant apartment is the 2 bedroom Model at Monticello-Lee starting at $2,640 with a $2.92 price per square foot in the Northeast Alexandria neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Quadrant apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Colecroft Community | Severn | 3BR,2BA | $3.53 |
| Monticello-Lee | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| Carlyle Mill | Mellon | 1BR,1BA | $3.47 |
| Bell Old Town | A1J | 1BR,1BA | $3.76 |
| Cortland Alexandria | A3R | 1BR,1BA | $3.93 |
| Meridian 2250 at Eisenhower Station | S-1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.50 |
| Huntington Gateway | Bridgewater Premier | Studio ,1BA | $3.30 |
| 800 Carlyle | S2a | Studio ,1BA | $3.60 |
| The Foundry | 1 Bed/1 Bath-A01 | 1BR,1BA | $3.62 |
| Cityside Huntington Metro | Studio 430 sq. ft. | Studio ,1BA | $3.37 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Quadrant Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Southwest Quadrant?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southwest Quadrant is under $2,215.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southwest Quadrant?
The cheapest apartment in Southwest Quadrant is Riverside Apartments which is listed at $1,587, while the average apartment in Southwest Quadrant costs $3,862.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southwest Quadrant?
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 38 regular apartments in Southwest Quadrant 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 Southwest Quadrant?
Cheap apartments in Southwest Quadrant have an average cost of $236 which is $3,626 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southwest Quadrant.
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