
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Arlington, VA from $835 (438 Rentals)
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The Shelton

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The Larkspur

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National Landing

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5033 5th St N, Unit A bedroom in a 2 BR apartment

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Dominion Towers

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Buckingham Village

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1220 N Quinn St

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Wood Lee Arms

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Wholey Legacy Homes

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Crystal House

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The 1201 Apartments

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Dominion Plaza

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Marbella Apartments

2642 N Pershing Dr

2511 S Grant St

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Allendale Garden Apartments
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5733 Washington Blvd

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Columbia Grove Apartments

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The Carlin Senior Apartment Community

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Dominion

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Lee Heights Apartments

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Westmont Gardens Apartments

1200 S Arlington Ridge Rd

5101 8th Rd S

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2025 5th St S, Unit #3
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2001 N Glebe Rd, Unit B

1400 N Kenilworth St

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Westover Court Apartments

5353 Columbia Pike

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Fillmore Garden Apartments

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Waverly Village

131 S Courthouse Rd

30 S Old Glebe Rd

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616 N Piedmont St

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The Whitmore
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Parc Rosslyn Apartments

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Robin Towers

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Arna Marbella

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Dorchester Towers Apartments

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RiverHouse

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Virginia Gardens

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Park Shirlington

2200 Columbia Pike

1837 N Dinwiddie St

1121 Arlington Blvd
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Arlington, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Arlington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Arlington Studio Apartments | $1,994 | $1,020 | $5,407 |
| Cheap Arlington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,549 | $835 | $9,450 |
| Cheap Arlington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,374 | $977 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Arlington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,090 | $1,060 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Arlington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,452 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
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Arlington, VA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Arlington, VA
Pricing Updated: 09/29/2026Current apartment rentals in the Arlington, VA area range in price from $835 to $12,768 with an overall median price of $2,564. The three Arlington neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Westover Village at $1,726, Arlington Mill at $2,161, and Claremond at $2,242. Here is today’s list of the top 9 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Arlington Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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| Westover Village | $1,726 | $1,500 | 5 |
| Arlington Mill | $2,161 | $1,510 | 46 |
| Claremond | $2,242 | $1,198 | 477 |
| Arlington Views | $2,416 | $1,191 | 1023 |
| Glebewood | $2,640 | $1,322 | 400 |
| National Landing | $2,870 | $1,050 | 530 |
| North Highland | $2,886 | $1,033 | 115 |
| Rosslyn | $3,051 | $1,375 | 217 |
| Ballston Virginia Square | $3,088 | $835 | 179 |
Cheapest Available Arlington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Arlington, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Larkspur in the Maywood neighborhood priced from $1,033. Delwin Apartments in the Old Town North neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,045. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Arlington apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| The Larkspur | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,033 |
| Delwin Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1,045 |
| National Landing | 919 | 4BR, 2BA | $1,050 |
| The Shelton | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,080 |
| Stratford at Southern Towers | S1A | Studio, 1BA | $1,170 |
| Monticello at Southern Towers | S1A | Studio, 1BA | $1,185 |
| The Graham at Southern Towers | S1B | Studio, 1BA | $1,187 |
| Ashlawn at Southern Towers | S1A | Studio, 1BA | $1,191 |
| Madison Courts | 28-1 | 1BR, 1BA | $1,196 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arlington, VA
As of September 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Arlington area is the $1.84 price per square foot Capital Model at The Jefferson, an Eagle Rock Community in the Central Business District neighborhood starting from $2,207. The second greatest value Arlington apartment is the 5033 5th St N Model at 5033 5th St N, Unit A bedroom in a 2 BR apartment in the Maywood neighborhood starting at $1,200 with a $1.00 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Arlington apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| The Jefferson, an Eagle Rock Community | Capital | 2BR, 2BA | $1.84 |
| 5033 5th St N, Unit A bedroom in a 2 BR apartment | 5033 5th St N | 2BR, 1BA | $1.00 |
| Arrive 2801 | Norfolk | 1BR, 1BA | $2.04 |
| Virginia Gardens | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $1.88 |
| Taylor Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1.93 |
| The Larkspur | Two Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1.86 |
| Longview | 2/1/D-U | 2BR, 1BA | $1.89 |
| Stoneridge at Mark Center Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1.94 |
| Wholey Legacy Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1.87 |
| Delwin Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1.61 |
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Arlington Overview
" The city of Arlington is a fun, friendly, and peaceful place to live. The city is rich in history and culture, yet modern and upbeat. Living in Arlington apartments is perfect if you’re looking for a city that is full of fun things to do. It is a great place to raise a family, with central quality education and plenty of kid-friendly activities."
Why live in Arlington, VA?
Arlington is an affordable, urban place to live and a great place to raise a family. Home of the Texas Rangers and Dallas Cowboys, in Arlington you’ll find yourself immersed in fun activities like large sports events. There are plenty of things to do, including just a short drive to the Six Flags amusement park and the International Bowling Museum. Arlington is rich in culture, with a hip nightlife and delicious places to dine. Arlington has apartment complexes that are modern and beautiful. The apartments in Arlington are fantastic and central to popular points of interest in the city.
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Ranked #2
Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Arlington, VA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Arlington Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Arlington?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Arlington is under $1,196.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Arlington?
The cheapest apartment in Arlington is The Larkspur which is listed at $1,033, while the average apartment in Arlington costs $2,564.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Arlington?
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 400 regular apartments in Arlington 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 Arlington?
Cheap apartments in Arlington have an average cost of $545 which is $2,019 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Arlington.
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