
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Stratford on the Potomac Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $900 (13 Rentals)
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8131 Pinelake Ct, Unit Level 3 - Room 2

Stony Brook Apartments

Lafayette Apartments

Meadow Woods

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Stratford on the Potomac, Alexandria, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Stratford on the Potomac?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stratford on the Potomac Studio Apartments | $1,409 | $1,359 | $1,489 |
| Stratford on the Potomac 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,639 | $1,150 | $1,995 |
| Stratford on the Potomac 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,933 | $1,295 | $2,450 |
| Stratford on the Potomac 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,373 | $1,591 | $2,735 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Stratford on the Potomac Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA.
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Cheapest Available Stratford on the Potomac Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Stratford on the Potomac area of Washington, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Stony Brook Apartments priced from $1,150. Lafayette Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,195. Here are the most affordable Stratford on the Potomac apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stony Brook Apartments | One-bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Lafayette Apartments | 1 Bedroom+Den | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Meadow Woods | Wilson | Studio,1BA | $1,279 |
| Mount Vernon Square Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 665 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Courts Of Mount Vernon | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,515 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Stratford on the Potomac, VA
As of December 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Stratford on the Potomac area is the $2.06 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Lafayette Apartments in the in the Gum Springs neighborhood starting from $2,195. The second greatest value Stratford on the Potomac apartment is the C2 - Model at Mallard Court Apartments starting at $2,650 with a $2.64 price per square foot in the Gum Springs neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Stratford on the Potomac apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lafayette Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.06 |
| Mallard Court Apartments | C2 - | 3BR,2BA | $2.64 |
| Skyview Apartments | Type D | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.09 |
| 7441 Convair Dr, Unit 1 | 7441 Convair Dr | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Washington Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Type B | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Mount Vernon Square Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 735 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| Stony Brook Apartments | Two-bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| Courts Of Mount Vernon | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| The Residences at North Hill | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| Haven Huntley Meadows | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Stratford on the Potomac Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Stratford on the Potomac?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Stratford on the Potomac is under $1,747.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Stratford on the Potomac?
The cheapest apartment in Stratford on the Potomac is Stony Brook Apartments which is listed at $1,150, while the average apartment in Stratford on the Potomac costs $2,490.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Stratford on the Potomac?
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 17 regular apartments in Stratford on the Potomac 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 Stratford on the Potomac?
Cheap apartments in Stratford on the Potomac have an average cost of $214 which is $2,276 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Stratford on the Potomac.
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