
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Business District Annandale, VA from $1,000 (64 Rentals)
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4535 Joseph Bristow Ln

7700 Lafayette Forest Dr, Unit Primary

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Parliaments

4360 Ivymount Ct

4901 Americana Dr

Vistas of Annandale

3354 Woodburn Rd, Unit #14

4901 Americana Dr, Unit TallTree South Condo

4404 Island Pl
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4104 Daniels Ave

7703 Newcastle Dr

Fairmont Gardens

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Olde Salem Village

Barcroft Plaza Apartments

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The Jefferson, an Eagle Rock Community

Key Towers

7515 Havelock St, Unit Deluxe Master Bedroom

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Hillwood Manor Apartments

ReNew Springfield
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South Port

Landmark Towers

3045 Patrick Henry Dr

Bren Mar Apartments

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Cavalier Club

2916 Willston Pl

3063 Patrick Henry Dr

Arrive Alexandria

Monticello Falls Church

Mayfair House
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6366 Verde Ct

5608 Bloomfield Dr

6243 Wilson Blvd, Unit 301

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Munson Hill

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Crystal Woods

301 N Beauregard St

Lerner Morningside

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Arbor Park of Alexandria

Parkwood Apartments

Springfield Square
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Fairfield Crossing Apartments

6220 Edsall Rd

2904 Kings Chapel Rd, Unit 16

6270 Edsall Rd, Unit 301

3101 Patrick Henry Dr

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Edlandria

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Curve 6100

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Amberleigh

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Sullivan Place

2903 Charing Cross Rd
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Central Business District, Annandale, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Business District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Business District Studio Apartments | $1,885 | $1,368 | $3,335 |
| Central Business District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,133 | $1,049 | $6,759 |
| Central Business District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,546 | $1,714 | $7,403 |
| Central Business District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,959 | $2,373 | $6,585 |
| Central Business District 4 Bedroom Apartments | $10,335 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 64 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Central Business District Neighborhood of Annandale, VA.
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Cheapest Available Central Business District Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Business District area of Washington, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Olde Salem Village priced from $1,070. Barcroft Plaza Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,368. Here are the most affordable Central Business District apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olde Salem Village | Studio | S01 | 1BR,1BA | $1,070 |
| Barcroft Plaza Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,368 |
| Key Towers | Overton | Studio,1BA | $1,468 |
| The Jefferson, an Eagle Rock Community | Constitution | 1BR,1BA | $1,507 |
| Hillwood Manor Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,523 |
| ReNew Springfield | Arlington | 1BR,1BA | $1,579 |
| South Port | 732sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1,587 |
| Landmark Towers | Studio without Balcony | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
| Cavalier Club | Studio 1Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,637 |
| Arrive Alexandria | Hawthorn | 1BR,1BA | $1,659 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Business District, VA
As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Business District area is the $2.21 price per square foot Douglas Model at ReNew Springfield in the in the Springfield neighborhood starting from $2,719. The second greatest value Central Business District apartment is the 3x1.5 1100 sf Model at Fairmont Gardens starting at $2,529 with a $2.30 price per square foot in the Annandale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Business District apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| ReNew Springfield | Douglas | 3BR,2BA | $2.21 |
| Fairmont Gardens | 3x1.5 1100 sf | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.30 |
| Fairfield Crossing Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Amberleigh | B4 | 2BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Lerner Morningside | Ashford - Gardens | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Arbor Park of Alexandria | One Bedroom A1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Key Towers | Overton | Studio ,1BA | $2.00 |
| South Port | 717sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| Hillwood Manor Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Olde Salem Village | Studio | S01 | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
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Best Local Schools in Central Business District, Annandale, VA
Annandale Terrace Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Business District Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Central Business District?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Central Business District is under $1,659.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central Business District?
The cheapest apartment in Central Business District is Olde Salem Village which is listed at $1,063, while the average apartment in Central Business District costs $11,475.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central Business District?
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 9 regular apartments in Central Business District 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 Central Business District?
Cheap apartments in Central Business District have an average cost of $264 which is $11,211 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central Business District.
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