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3445 Washington BlvdArlington, VA 22201
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Larkspur
2001 N Cleveland StArlington, VA 22201
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2221 S Clark StArlington, VA 22202
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600 N Vermont St, Unit 3-1, Unit 3-1
600 N Vermont StArlington, VA 22203
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3215 24th St SArlington, VA 22206
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2910 S Glebe RdArlington, VA 22206
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2011 4th St SArlington, VA 22204
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Crystal House
1900 S Eads StArlington, VA 22202
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowWholey Legacy Homes
1300 N Pierce StArlington, 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 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowArna Marbella
1220 N Queen StArlington, VA 22209
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowAllendale Garden Apartments
2806 24th Rd SArlington, VA 22206
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowDominion Plaza
1200 S Courthouse RdArlington, VA 22204
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2040 Columbia PikeArlington, VA 22204
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333 S Glebe RdArlington, VA 22204
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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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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowOakland Apartments
3710 Columbia PikeArlington, VA 22204
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 1Nalbert Apartments
1317 Fort Myer DrArlington, VA 22209
1021 Arlington Blvd
ArlingtonVA22209
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowGates of Ballston
4108 4th St NArlington, VA 22203
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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
1300 S Arlington Ridge Rd
ArlingtonVA22202
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Columbia Grove Apartments
1010 S Frederick StArlington, VA 22204
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2306 11th St NArlington, VA 22201
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5723 10th Rd N, Unit 8
5723 10th Rd NArlington, VA 22205
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Studio Apartments Available Jun 1Lee Heights Apartments
2055 N Vermont StArlington, VA 22207
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now2200 Columbia Pike
2200 Columbia PikeArlington, VA 22204
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1400 S Joyce StArlington, VA 22202
5111 8th Rd S
ArlingtonVA22204
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowParc Rosslyn Apartments
1531 N Pierce StArlington, VA 22209
4378 N Pershing Dr
ArlingtonVA22203
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowHaven Columbia Pike
805 S Florida StArlington, VA 22204
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1201 S Courthouse RdArlington, VA 22204
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700 S Court House RdArlington, VA 22204
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4201 31st St SArlington, VA 22206
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401 S 12th StArlington, VA 22202
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe 1201 Apartments
1201 S Eads StArlington, VA 22202
3404 25th St S
ArlingtonVA22206
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2001 Columbia PikeArlington, VA 22204
5353 Columbia Pike
ArlingtonVA22204
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Wood Lee Arms
4400 Cherry Hill RdArlington, VA 22207
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1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTen at Clarendon
3110 10th St NArlington, VA 22201
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCleveland Arms Apartments
2602 Langston BlvdArlington, VA 22201
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500 S Wayne StArlington, VA 22204
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The Whitmore
4301 Columbia PikeArlington, VA 22204
1720 N Quinn St
ArlingtonVA22209
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowInfinity Apartments
955 S Columbus StArlington, VA 22204
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 19Westmont Gardens Apartments
3860 Columbia PikeArlington, VA 22204
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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 | $2,037 | $1,066 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Arlington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,625 | $838 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Arlington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,575 | $981 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Arlington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,141 | $1,050 | $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: 05/15/2026Current apartment rentals in the Arlington, VA area range in price from $1,050 to $28,580 with an overall median price of $6,603. The three Arlington neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Westover Village at $1,625, Claremond at $1,193, and Arlington Mill at $1,610. Here is today’s list of the top 6 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Arlington Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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| Westover Village | $1,702 | $1,625 | 2 |
| Claremond | $3,125 | $1,193 | 416 |
| Arlington Mill | $3,345 | $1,610 | 27 |
| National Landing | $4,086 | $1,050 | 793 |
| Glebewood | $5,664 | $1,415 | 452 |
| Rosslyn | $21,697 | $1,441 | 195 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Larkspur | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,033 |
| Delwin Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| National Landing | 206 | 3BR,2BA | $1,150 |
| Key Boulevard | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| Sherwood at Southern Towers | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,168 |
| Olde Salem Village | Studio | S01 | 1BR,1BA | $1,192 |
| Madison Courts | 28-1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,196 |
| The Graham at Southern Towers | S1B | Studio,1BA | $1,208 |
| Stratford at Southern Towers | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,224 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arlington, VA
As of May 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Arlington area is the $1.42 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at The Shell in the in the Ashton Heights neighborhood starting from $1,845. The second greatest value Arlington apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Jackson Crossing starting at $2,023 with a $1.64 price per square foot in the Northeast Alexandria 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Shell | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| Jackson Crossing | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| The Jefferson, an Eagle Rock Community | Capital | 2BR,2BA | $1.89 |
| The Station At Potomac Yard Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2B60 | 2BR,2BA | $1.84 |
| St. James Plaza | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.64 |
| 4000 Massachusetts | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| 600 N Vermont St, Unit 3-1 | 600 N Vermont St | 3BR,3BA | $1.31 |
| Wholey Legacy Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| 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 $1,224.
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 $6,603.
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 173 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 $434 which is $6,169 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Arlington.
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