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3445 Washington BlvdArlington, VA 22201
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2001 N Cleveland StArlington, VA 22201
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2221 S Clark StArlington, VA 22202
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1220 N Queen StArlington, VA 22209
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2910 S Glebe RdArlington, VA 22206
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2011 4th St SArlington, VA 22204
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4108 4th St NArlington, VA 22203
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1300 N Pierce StArlington, VA 22209
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Crystal House
1900 S Eads StArlington, VA 22202
1830 Columbia Pike
ArlingtonVA22204
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowAllendale Garden Apartments
2806 24th Rd SArlington, VA 22206
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1121 ARLINGTONArlington, VA 22209
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowFillmore Garden Apartments
805 S Walter Reed DrArlington, VA 22204
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowDominion Plaza
1200 S Courthouse RdArlington, VA 22204
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 24Dorchester Apartments
2040 Columbia PikeArlington, VA 22204
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Wood Lee Arms
4400 Cherry Hill RdArlington, VA 22207
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityThe Carlin Senior Apartment Community
4300 N Carlin Springs RdArlington, VA 22203
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3710 Columbia PikeArlington, VA 22204
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2055 N Vermont StArlington, VA 22207
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowNalbert Apartments
1317 Fort Myer DrArlington, VA 22209
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1201 S Courthouse RdArlington, VA 22204
1300 S Arlington Ridge Rd
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5353 Columbia Pike
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowMarbella Apartments
1301 N Queen StArlington, VA 22209
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1034 17th St SArlington, VA 22202
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Columbia Grove Apartments
1010 S Frederick StArlington, VA 22204
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowWoodbury Park at Courthouse
2306 11th St NArlington, VA 22201
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowFisher House Apartments
5705 Washington BlvdArlington, VA 22205
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1400 S Joyce StArlington, VA 22202
4501 Arlington Blvd
ArlingtonVA22203
1111 Arlington Blvd
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2001 Columbia PikeArlington, VA 22204
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1531 N Pierce StArlington, VA 22209
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1201 S Eads StArlington, VA 22202
133 S Courthouse Rd
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2200 Columbia PikeArlington, VA 22204
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1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTen at Clarendon
3110 10th St NArlington, VA 22201
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowRobin Towers
1215 Fort Myer DrArlington, VA 22209
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2602 Langston BlvdArlington, VA 22201
1305 N Ode St
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500 S Wayne StArlington, VA 22204
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2400 S Glebe RdArlington, VA 22206
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1500 Arlington BlvdArlington, VA 22209
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3515 Washington Blvd
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3600 S Glebe Rd
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1011 Arlington Blvd
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2470 S Lowell StArlington, VA 22206
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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 |
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| Cheap Arlington Studio Apartments | $2,048 | $1,170 | $9,761 |
| Cheap Arlington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,631 | $838 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Arlington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,544 | $981 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Arlington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,149 | $1,126 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Arlington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,501 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Arlington, VA
Pricing Updated: 06/30/2026Current apartment rentals in the Arlington, VA area range in price from $838 to $28,580 with an overall median price of $6,265. The three Arlington neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Westover Village at $1,630, Claremond at $1,184, and Arlington Mill at $1,590. 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 | $2,127 | $1,630 | 1 |
| Claremond | $3,073 | $1,184 | 389 |
| Arlington Mill | $3,345 | $1,590 | 22 |
| Arlington Views | $3,400 | $1,083 | 1340 |
| National Landing | $4,014 | $1,050 | 658 |
| Glebewood | $5,853 | $1,427 | 275 |
| Ballston Virginia Square | $5,949 | $838 | 98 |
| North Highland | $6,758 | $1,033 | 91 |
| Rosslyn | $21,869 | $1,100 | 181 |
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 |
| The Square at 511 Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
| Arna Marbella | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Olde Salem Village | Studio | S01 | 1BR,1BA | $1,101 |
| Ashlawn at Southern Towers | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,170 |
| National Landing | 1009 | 4BR,2BA | $1,170 |
| Monticello at Southern Towers | S1D | Studio,1BA | $1,174 |
| Madison Courts | 28-1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,196 |
| Stratford at Southern Towers | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,215 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arlington, VA
As of June 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Arlington area is the $1.73 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at St. James Plaza in the in the Alexandria West neighborhood starting from $1,838. The second greatest value Arlington apartment is the Two Bedroom 1.5 Bath- 1047 sqft Model at Willow Run at Mark Center Apartment Homes starting at $1,760 with a $1.68 price per square foot in the Alexandria West neighborhood. 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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| St. James Plaza | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.73 |
| Willow Run at Mark Center Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom 1.5 Bath- 1047 sqft | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.68 |
| MDXL Flats | B4 | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| 3807 Fulton St NW, Unit B | 3807 Fulton St NW | Studio ,1BA | $1.92 |
| Wholey Legacy Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Harvey Hall | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| 55 Galveston Pl SW | 55 Galveston Pl SW | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| 601 24th St | Furnished Private Room in 3 bed/1 bath Apt | 3BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| The Larkspur | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Delwin Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
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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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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 $1,215.
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 $6,265.
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 424 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 $527 which is $5,738 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Arlington.
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