
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Wellington Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA from $900 (14 Rentals)
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Wellington, Alexandria, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wellington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wellington Studio Apartments | $1,546 | $1,359 | $1,862 |
| Wellington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,741 | $1,108 | $3,332 |
| Wellington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,017 | $1,575 | $2,767 |
| Wellington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,421 | $1,775 | $2,900 |
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There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Wellington Neighborhood of Alexandria, VA.
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Cheapest Available Wellington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Wellington area of Washington, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Stony Brook Apartments priced from $1,108. Meadow Woods has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,279. Here are the most affordable Wellington apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stony Brook Apartments | One-bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,108 |
| Meadow Woods | Wilson | Studio,1BA | $1,279 |
| Lafayette Apartments | 1 Bedroom+Den | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Haven Huntley Meadows | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,465 |
| Skyview Apartments | Type A | 1BR,1BA | $1,515 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wellington, VA
As of February 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wellington area is the $2.64 price per square foot C2 - Model at Mallard Court Apartments in the in the Gum Springs neighborhood starting from $2,650. The second greatest value Wellington apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Lafayette Apartments starting at $1,699 with a $1.90 price per square foot in the Gum Springs neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wellington apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mallard Court Apartments | C2 - | 3BR,2BA | $2.64 |
| Lafayette Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Skyview Apartments | Type B - 1 bedroom w/den | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Haven Huntley Meadows | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Stony Brook Apartments | Two-bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| Courts Of Mount Vernon | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Cherry Arms | 1Bedroom 1Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| The Residences at North Hill | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| Mount Vernon Square Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 665 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| Meadow Woods | Wilson | Studio ,1BA | $2.72 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Wellington Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Wellington?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Wellington is under $1,747.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Wellington?
The cheapest apartment in Wellington is Stony Brook Apartments which is listed at $1,108, while the average apartment in Wellington costs $2,497.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Wellington?
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 Wellington 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 Wellington?
Cheap apartments in Wellington have an average cost of $244 which is $2,253 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Wellington.
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