
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Vernon Square Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $900 (36 Rentals)
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8032 St Annes Ct

8131 Pinelake Ct, Unit Level 3 - Room 2

7913 Central Park Cir, Unit Primary

9215 Cherrytree Dr, Unit Secondary w Private Bath

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Stony Brook Apartments

7913 Central Park Cir

8263 Russell Rd

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Washington Square
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4260 Buckman Rd

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Courts Of Mount Vernon

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Creekside Village

7990 Audubon Ave

4258 Buckman Rd

7984 Audubon Ave

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Abbotts Run Apartment Homes

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Oaks of Woodlawn
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Skyview Apartments

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Mallard Courts Apartments

3946 El Camino Pl

8385 Brockham Dr

8607 Beekman Pl

4418 Pembrook Village Dr

Colchester Towne

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Gum Springs Glen
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8633 Beekman Pl

5700 Olde Mill Ct, Unit 147

8607 Beekman Pl

5384 Bedford Terrace

8036 Pantano Pl

8056 Pantano Pl
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Vernon Square, Alexandria, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Vernon Square?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vernon Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,671 | $900 | $1,971 |
| Vernon Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,071 | $1,395 | $3,000 |
| Vernon Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,406 | $1,775 | $2,695 |
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There are currently 36 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Vernon Square Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA.
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Cheapest Available Vernon Square Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Vernon Square area of Washington, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Stony Brook Apartments priced from $1,142. Washington Square has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,440. Here are the most affordable Vernon Square apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stony Brook Apartments | One-bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,142 |
| Washington Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Type B | 1BR,1BA | $1,440 |
| Landings I | Allen | 1BR,1BA | $1,451 |
| Courts Of Mount Vernon | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,570 |
| Creekside Village | A1-60 | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Abbotts Run Apartment Homes | The Madison | 1BR,1BA | $1,916 |
| Skyview Apartments | Type D | 2BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Oaks of Woodlawn | 1x1 787 | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Mallard Courts Apartments | B1-Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $2,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Vernon Square, VA
As of September 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Vernon Square area is the $1.88 price per square foot 1x1 787 Model at Oaks of Woodlawn in the in the Loisdale Estates neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Vernon Square 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 Vernon Square apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oaks of Woodlawn | 1x1 787 | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Mallard Courts Apartments | C2 -RENOVATED | 3BR,2BA | $2.64 |
| Skyview Apartments | Type D | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.09 |
| Stony Brook Apartments | Three-bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.13 |
| Creekside Village | A1-60 | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Washington Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Type B | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| Abbotts Run Apartment Homes | The Madison | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| Landings I | Allen | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| Courts Of Mount Vernon | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Vernon Square Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Vernon Square?
The cheapest apartment in Vernon Square is Stony Brook Apartments which is listed at $1,142, while the average apartment in Vernon Square costs $2,045.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Vernon Square?
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 90 regular apartments in Vernon Square 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 Vernon Square?
Cheap apartments in Vernon Square have an average cost of $1,181 which is $864 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Vernon Square.
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