
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Stratford on the Potomac Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $900 (28 Rentals)
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7913 Central Park Cir

3204 Beechcraft Dr

8056 Central Park Dr

8032 Saint Annes Ct, Unit UL 1, Unit UL 1

Stony Brook Apartments

4432 Longworthe Sq, Unit UL3, Unit UL3
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9215 Cherrytree Dr, Unit Secondary w Private Bath, Unit Secondary w Private Bath

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Skyview Apartments

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Mallard Courts Apartments

8385 Brockham Dr

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8864 Walutes Cir
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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 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,661 | $1,142 | $1,995 |
| Stratford on the Potomac 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,945 | $1,575 | $2,650 |
| Stratford on the Potomac 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,398 | $1,591 | $2,880 |
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There are currently 28 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 Mount Vernon Square Apartment Homes priced from $1,415. Meadow Woods has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,499. Here are the most affordable Stratford on the Potomac apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Vernon Square Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 665 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,415 |
| Meadow Woods | Patrick Henry | 1BR,1BA | $1,499 |
| Courts Of Mount Vernon | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,505 |
| Haven Huntley Meadows | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,535 |
| Stony Brook Apartments | Two-bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,575 |
| Lafayette Apartments | 1 Bedroom+Den | 1BR,1BA | $1,599 |
| The Residences at North Hill | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,611 |
| Creekside Village I | A1-60 | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Skyview Apartments | Type B - 1 bedroom w/den | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Mallard Courts Apartments | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,975 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Stratford on the Potomac, VA
As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Stratford on the Potomac area is the $2.23 price per square foot C1 Model at Courts Of Mount Vernon in the in the Gum Springs neighborhood starting from $2,880. The second greatest value Stratford on the Potomac apartment is the 7918 Casa Grande Pl Model at 7918 Casa Grande Pl, Unit SEQUOYAH starting at $2,650 with a $2.15 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Courts Of Mount Vernon | C1 | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.23 |
| 7918 Casa Grande Pl, Unit SEQUOYAH | 7918 Casa Grande Pl | 3BR,2BA | $2.15 |
| Cherry Arms | 2Bedroom 1Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Skyview Apartments | Type B - 1 bedroom w/den | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Creekside Village I | A1-70 | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| Stony Brook Apartments | Two-bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| Lafayette Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| Meadow Woods | Patrick Henry | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| Mount Vernon Square Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 665 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Haven Huntley Meadows | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Stratford on the Potomac Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Stratford on the Potomac?
The cheapest apartment in Stratford on the Potomac is Mount Vernon Square Apartment Homes which is listed at $1,415, while the average apartment in Stratford on the Potomac costs $2,395.
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 102 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 $778 which is $1,617 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Stratford on the Potomac.
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