
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Stratford on the Potomac Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $900 (26 Rentals)
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7913 Central Park Cir

3700 Roxbury Ln

8032 Saint Annes Ct, Unit UL 1

8063 Saint Annes Ct, Unit Bedroom 2

Stony Brook Apartments
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Mount Vernon Square Apartment Homes

Meadow Woods

Lafayette Apartments

Washington Square

The Residences at North Hill
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Skyview Apartments

8263 Russell Rd

Courts Of Mount Vernon

Creekside Village I

Mount Vernon Gardens

Colchester Towne
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Rolling Hills Apartments

Gum Springs Glen

Carydale Village

4405 Groombridge Way

Spring Gardens Apartments

Haven Huntley Meadows
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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 | $1,637 | $1,142 | $1,995 |
| Stratford on the Potomac 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,950 | $1,575 | $2,650 |
| Stratford on the Potomac 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,390 | $1,591 | $2,800 |
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There are currently 26 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 $1,142. Mount Vernon Square Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,340. 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 | $1,142 |
| Mount Vernon Square Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 665 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,340 |
| Meadow Woods | Patrick Henry | 1BR,1BA | $1,419 |
| Lafayette Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,499 |
| Haven Huntley Meadows | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Skyview Apartments | Type A | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| The Residences at North Hill | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,656 |
| Courts Of Mount Vernon | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,720 |
| Cherry Arms | 1Bedroom 1Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,767 |
| Creekside Village I | B1-60 | 2BR,1BA | $1,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Stratford on the Potomac, VA
As of June 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Stratford on the Potomac area is the $2.21 price per square foot C2-70 Model at Creekside Village I in the in the Gum Springs neighborhood starting from $2,445. The second greatest value Stratford on the Potomac apartment is the C2 -RENOVATED Model at Mallard Courts 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Creekside Village I | C2-70 | 3BR,2BA | $2.21 |
| Mallard Courts Apartments | C2 -RENOVATED | 3BR,2BA | $2.64 |
| Lafayette Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Skyview Apartments | Type B - 1 bedroom w/den | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Mount Vernon Square Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 735 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| Stony Brook Apartments | Two-bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| Meadow Woods | Woodlawn | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| Courts Of Mount Vernon | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
| The Residences at North Hill | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| Haven Huntley Meadows | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.44 |
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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 Stony Brook Apartments which is listed at $1,142, 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 94 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 $1,204 which is $1,191 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Stratford on the Potomac.
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