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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Soutwest Quadrant Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $500 (35 Rentals)
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowMonticello-Lee
620 Jefferson StAlexandria, VA 22314
2059 Huntington Ave
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2237 Farrington Ave
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806 Jefferson St
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2301 Farrington Ave
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906 S Washington St
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1016 Prince St
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2237 Farrington Ave
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now800 Carlyle
800 John Carlyle StAlexandria, VA 22314
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Dylan & Reese
2455 Mandeville AveAlexandria, VA 22314
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The Foundry
2470 Mandeville LnAlexandria, VA 22314
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowMAA Carlyle Square
501 Holland LnAlexandria, VA 22314
706 S Fayette St
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowLincoln Old Town
401 Holland LnAlexandria, VA 22314
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Asher
620 N Fayette StAlexandria, VA 22314
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Bell Old Town
750 Thornton WayAlexandria, VA 22314
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Alexan Florence
400 Wythe StAlexandria, VA 22314
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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
5831 Mt Vernon Dr
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Olde Towne West
500-524 S Alfred StAlexandria, VA 22314
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2330 Glendale Terrace
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1006 Oronoco 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
226 N Patrick St
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2151 Jamieson Ave, Unit 1011, Unit 1011
2151 Jamieson Ave
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715 S Washington St
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Commonwealth Ave
401 Commonwealth AveAlexandria, VA 22301
5903 Mt Eagle Dr, Unit 802, Unit 802
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Soutwest Quadrant, Alexandria, VA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Soutwest Quadrant?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Soutwest Quadrant Studio Apartments | $1,891 | $1,300 | $5,995 |
| Soutwest Quadrant 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,558 | $1,450 | $10,000+ |
| Soutwest Quadrant 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,448 | $1,750 | $9,977 |
| Soutwest Quadrant 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,720 | $2,450 | $4,535 |
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Cheapest Available Soutwest Quadrant Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Soutwest Quadrant area of Washington, VA is a Studio unit found at Monticello-Lee priced from $1,359. Cityside Huntington Metro has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,450. Here are the most affordable Soutwest Quadrant apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Monticello-Lee | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,359 |
| Cityside Huntington Metro | Studio 430 sq. ft. | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| Riverside Apartments | Executive Studio | S1B | Studio,1BA | $1,475 |
| Huntington Gateway | Emory Premier | 1BR,1BA | $1,916 |
| 800 Carlyle | S2a | Studio,1BA | $2,011 |
| Dylan & Reese | Studio-S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,083 |
| Lincoln Old Town | Calvert | Studio,1BA | $2,115 |
| The Foundry | 1 Bed/1 Bath-A01 | 1BR,1BA | $2,152 |
| Meridian 2250 at Eisenhower Station | S-2 | Studio,1BA | $2,196 |
| The Asher | S6 | Studio,1BA | $2,271 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Soutwest Quadrant, VA
As of April 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Soutwest Quadrant area is the $3.56 price per square foot 2 Bed/2 Bath-2A Model at Easton in the in the Northeast Alexandria neighborhood starting from $4,580. The second greatest value Soutwest 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 Soutwest Quadrant apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Easton | 2 Bed/2 Bath-2A | 2BR,2BA | $3.56 |
| The Colecroft Community | Severn | 3BR,2BA | $3.53 |
| Cortland Alexandria | B6R | 2BR,1BA | $3.60 |
| Monticello-Lee | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
| Carlyle Mill | Mellon | 1BR,1BA | $3.38 |
| MAA Carlyle Square | Traditional 1x1 638-689 SF | 1BR,1BA | $3.64 |
| Huntington Gateway | Bridgewater Premier | Studio ,1BA | $3.54 |
| Riverside Apartments | Tower 1 | Executive Studio | S1F | Studio ,1BA | $3.06 |
| 800 Carlyle | S2a | Studio ,1BA | $3.55 |
| Cityside Huntington Metro | Studio 430 sq. ft. | Studio ,1BA | $3.37 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Soutwest Quadrant Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Soutwest Quadrant?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Soutwest Quadrant is under $2,271.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Soutwest Quadrant?
The cheapest apartment in Soutwest Quadrant is Cityside Huntington Metro which is listed at $1,450, while the average apartment in Soutwest Quadrant costs $3,900.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Soutwest 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 26 regular apartments in Soutwest 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 Soutwest Quadrant?
Cheap apartments in Soutwest Quadrant have an average cost of $257 which is $3,643 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Soutwest Quadrant.
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