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6034 Richmond HwyAlexandria, VA 22303
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Quadrant Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $585 (32 Rentals)
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2317 Huntington Ave
AlexandriaVA22303
108 N Patrick St
AlexandriaVA22314
2059 Huntington Ave
AlexandriaVA22303
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$1,700 - $1,944Studio Apartments Available Sep 23
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Monticello-Lee
620 Jefferson StAlexandria, VA 22314
914 Green St
AlexandriaVA22314
2305 Farrington Ave
AlexandriaVA22303
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$1,913 - $9,716Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
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800 Carlyle
800 John Carlyle StAlexandria, VA 22314
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$1,981 - $12,092Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
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Lincoln Old Town
401 Holland LnAlexandria, VA 22314
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$1,993 - $5,547
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Base Rent$1,990 - $5,544
Required Monthly Fees$3
Total Monthly Price$1,993 - $5,547
Bell Old Town
750 Thornton WayAlexandria, VA 22314
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2317 Huntington Ave, Unit 727
2317 Huntington AveAlexandria, VA 22303
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$2,079 - $5,678
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Base Rent$2,072 - $5,671
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The Foundry
2470 Mandeville LnAlexandria, VA 22314
212 N Patrick St
AlexandriaVA22314
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211 West Street Apartments
211 N West StAlexandria, VA 22314
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$2,126 - $5,5801 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
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MAA Carlyle Square
501 Holland LnAlexandria, VA 22314
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$2,247 - $4,457
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Base Rent$1,832 - $4,042
Required Monthly Fees$415
Total Monthly Price$2,247 - $4,457
Carlyle Mill
2201 Mill RdAlexandria, VA 22314
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2050 Jamieson Ave, Unit 1109
2050 Jamieson Ave
AlexandriaVA22314
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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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Gunston Hall Apartments
913 S Washington StAlexandria, VA 22314
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Olde Towne West
500-524 S Alfred StAlexandria, VA 22314
5901 Mt Eagle Dr
AlexandriaVA22303
301 N West St
AlexandriaVA22314
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718 S Washington St
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812 Prince St
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115 S Patrick St
115 S Patrick StAlexandria, VA 22314
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Meridian 2250 at Eisenhower Station
2250 Dock LnAlexandria, VA 22314
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Dylan & Reese
2455 Mandeville AveAlexandria, VA 22314
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The Asher
620 N Fayette StAlexandria, VA 22314
5901 Mt Eagle Dr, Unit 207
5901 Mt Eagle Dr
AlexandriaVA22303
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Commonwealth Ave
401 Commonwealth AveAlexandria, VA 22301
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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 | $1,817 | $1,327 | $2,857 |
| Southwest Quadrant 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,289 | $1,499 | $6,750 |
| Southwest Quadrant 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,882 | $1,846 | $8,638 |
| Southwest Quadrant 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,338 | $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 $1,327. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Apartments | Executive Studio | S1B | Studio,1BA | $1,327 |
| Cityside Huntington Metro | Studio 430 sq. ft. | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| Huntington Gateway | Emory Premier | 1BR,1BA | $1,870 |
| 800 Carlyle | S2a | Studio,1BA | $1,913 |
| Lincoln Old Town | Calvert | Studio,1BA | $1,981 |
| 211 West Street Apartments | 211-5 | 2BR,2BA | $2,100 |
| Meridian 2250 at Eisenhower Station | S-2 | Studio,1BA | $2,113 |
| MAA Carlyle Square | Traditional 1x1 535-637 SF | 1BR,1BA | $2,126 |
| The Asher | S2 | Studio,1BA | $2,156 |
| The Foundry | 1 Bed/1 Bath-A01 | 1BR,1BA | $2,191 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Quadrant, VA
As of September 06, 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 211-5 Model at 211 West Street Apartments starting at $2,100 with a $2.33 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 |
| 211 West Street Apartments | 211-5 | 2BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Carlyle Mill | Mellon | 1BR,1BA | $3.16 |
| Bell Old Town | A1I | 1BR,1BA | $3.52 |
| MAA Carlyle Square | Traditional 1x1 535-637 SF | 1BR,1BA | $3.34 |
| Huntington Gateway | Bridgewater Premier | Studio ,1BA | $3.30 |
| 800 Carlyle | S4a | Studio ,1BA | $3.40 |
| Meridian 2250 at Eisenhower Station | S-2 | Studio ,1BA | $3.75 |
| Riverside Apartments | Tower 1 | Executive Studio | S1D | Studio ,1BA | $3.00 |
| Cityside Huntington Metro | Studio 336 sq. ft. | Studio ,1BA | $3.96 |
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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 $2,191.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southwest Quadrant?
The cheapest apartment in Southwest Quadrant is Cityside Huntington Metro which is listed at $1,499, while the average apartment in Southwest Quadrant costs $2,328.
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 40 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 $348 which is $1,980 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southwest Quadrant.
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