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6034 Richmond HwyAlexandria, VA 22303
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Quadrant Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $500 (37 Rentals)
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2059 Huntington Ave
AlexandriaVA22303
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2317 Huntington Ave, Unit 616
2317 Huntington AveAlexandria, VA 22303
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2317 Huntington Ave, Unit 724
2317 Huntington AveAlexandria, VA 22303
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2318 Glendale Terrace, Unit A1
2318 Glendale TerraceAlexandria, VA 22303
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$1,881 - $6,543
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The Foundry
2470 Mandeville LnAlexandria, VA 22314
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$1,889 - $2,194
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 24Monticello-Lee
620 Jefferson StAlexandria, VA 22314
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$1,929 - $12,727
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowLincoln Old Town
401 Holland LnAlexandria, VA 22314
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$1,930 - $4,799
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Dylan & Reese
2455 Mandeville AveAlexandria, VA 22314
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2317 Huntington Ave, Unit 713
2317 Huntington AveAlexandria, VA 22303
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2317 Huntington Ave, Unit 727
2317 Huntington AveAlexandria, VA 22303
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2317 Huntington Ave, Unit 627
2317 Huntington AveAlexandria, VA 22303
134 Roberts Ln
AlexandriaVA22314
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$2,053 - $10,162
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now800 Carlyle
800 John Carlyle StAlexandria, VA 22314
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$2,075 - $10,415
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowMAA Carlyle Square
501 Holland LnAlexandria, VA 22314
5904 Mount Eagle Dr, Unit 4-117
5904 Mount Eagle Dr
AlexandriaVA22303
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowSpring Gardens Apartments
211 N West StAlexandria, VA 22314
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$2,136 - $3,651
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The Asher
620 N Fayette StAlexandria, VA 22314
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$2,163 - $4,975
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$2,160 - $4,972
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Bell Old Town
750 Thornton WayAlexandria, VA 22314
2050 Jamieson Ave, Unit 1109
2050 Jamieson Ave
AlexandriaVA22314
520 John Carlyle St
AlexandriaVA22314
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$2,317 - $5,821
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$1,902 - $5,406
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Carlyle Mill
2201 Mill RdAlexandria, VA 22314
5901 Mt Eagle Dr
AlexandriaVA22303
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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
301 West St
AlexandriaVA22314
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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
5901 Mt Eagle Dr, Unit 607
5901 Mt Eagle Dr
AlexandriaVA22303
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Commonwealth Ave
401 Commonwealth AveAlexandria, VA 22301
214 S Henry St
AlexandriaVA22314
113 S St Asaph St
AlexandriaVA22314
906 S Washington St, Unit 307
906 S Washington St
AlexandriaVA22314
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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 | $1,897 | $1,285 | $7,859 |
| Southwest Quadrant 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,319 | $1,574 | $3,658 |
| Southwest Quadrant 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,931 | $1,700 | $10,000+ |
| Southwest Quadrant 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,801 | $2,375 | $4,799 |
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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 $1,285. 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 | Executive Studio | S1B | Studio,1BA | $1,285 |
| Cityside Huntington Metro | Studio 430 sq. ft. | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| Lincoln Old Town | Calvert | Studio,1BA | $1,929 |
| Dylan & Reese | Studio-S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,930 |
| Huntington Gateway | Bridgewater Premier | Studio,1BA | $1,978 |
| 800 Carlyle | S2a | Studio,1BA | $2,053 |
| Spring Gardens Apartments | 211-5 | 2BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| MAA Carlyle Square | Traditional 1x1 535-637 SF | 1BR,1BA | $2,110 |
| The Asher | S2 | Studio,1BA | $2,136 |
| Meridian 2250 at Eisenhower Station | S-1 | Studio,1BA | $2,196 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Quadrant, VA
As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Quadrant area is the $2.29 price per square foot 322 S Washington St Model at 322 S Washington St, Unit Upper in the in the Northeast Alexandria neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Southwest Quadrant apartment is the Severn Model at The Colecroft Community starting at $3,850 with a $3.53 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. |
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| 322 S Washington St, Unit Upper | 322 S Washington St | 2BR,2BA | $2.29 |
| The Colecroft Community | Severn | 3BR,2BA | $3.53 |
| Spring Gardens Apartments | 211-5 | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| The Foundry | 1 Bed/1 Bath-A12 | 1BR,1BA | $3.29 |
| Carlyle Mill | Mellon | 1BR,1BA | $3.26 |
| Bell Old Town | A1B | 1BR,1BA | $3.46 |
| Meridian 2250 at Eisenhower Station | S-1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.64 |
| Huntington Gateway | Bridgewater Premier | Studio ,1BA | $3.30 |
| Lincoln Old Town | Calvert | Studio ,1BA | $3.49 |
| Riverside Apartments | Executive Studio | S1B | Studio ,1BA | $2.57 |
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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 $2,196.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southwest Quadrant?
The cheapest apartment in Southwest Quadrant is Riverside Apartments which is listed at $1,554, while the average apartment in Southwest Quadrant costs $3,975.
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 $233 which is $3,742 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southwest Quadrant.
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