
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Arlington Heights Neighborhood of Arlington, VA from $800 (164 Rentals)
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The Larkspur

Shelton Apartments

Arna Marbella

Apex Apartments

Buckingham Village

Gates of Ballston

1336 N Ode St

Wholey Legacy Homes

Dominion Towers
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Allendale Garden Apartments

1830 Columbia Pike

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Dominion Plaza

Fillmore Garden Apartments

The Carlin Senior Apartment Community

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Nalbert Apartments

Marbella Apartments

1303 N Ode St
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1034 17th St S

1021 Arlington Blvd, Unit 715

1300 S Arlington Ridge Rd

1200 S Arlington Ridge Rd

1121 Arlington Blvd

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Columbia Grove Apartments

Woodbury Park at Courthouse

2200 Columbia Pike

Dorchester Towers Apartments

Parc Rosslyn Apartments
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4378 N Pershing Dr

Haven Columbia Pike

1021 Arlington Blvd

1111 Arlington Blvd

133 S Courthouse Rd

750 S Dickerson St

5353 Columbia Pike

Ten at Clarendon

Robin Towers

Cleveland Arms Apartments
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Wayne Street Apartments

1305 N Ode St

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RiverHouse

Fort Henry Gardens

1720 N Quinn St

1300 N Meade St

3515 Washington Blvd

Infinity Apartments

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London Normandy House

Westmont Gardens Apartments
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Arlington Heights, Arlington, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Arlington Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arlington Heights Studio Apartments | $2,249 | $1,066 | $9,153 |
| Arlington Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,691 | $838 | $10,000+ |
| Arlington Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,509 | $981 | $10,000+ |
| Arlington Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,342 | $1,126 | $10,000+ |
| Arlington Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,095 | $3,870 | $8,753 |
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There are currently 164 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Arlington Heights Neighborhood of Arlington, VA.
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Cheapest Available Arlington Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Arlington Heights area of Washington, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Larkspur priced from $1,033. The Square at 511 Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,099. Here are the most affordable Arlington Heights apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Larkspur | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,033 |
| The Square at 511 Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
| Arna Marbella | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Eaton Square | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Key Boulevard | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,356 |
| Gates of Ballston | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,365 |
| Harvey Hall | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,372 |
| Presidential Greens | Plan A1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,396 |
| Wholey Legacy Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,441 |
| Allendale Garden Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arlington Heights, VA
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Arlington Heights area is the $2.08 price per square foot 3 bed / 2 bath Model at Parliament House in the in the Crystal City neighborhood starting from $3,750. The second greatest value Arlington Heights apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at The Shell starting at $1,845 with a $1.42 price per square foot in the Ashton Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Arlington Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parliament House | 3 bed / 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.08 |
| The Shell | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| Ballston Garden Apartments | 2 bed / 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 4118 18th Rd N, Unit #Basement | 4118 18th Rd N | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Parc Rosslyn Apartments | Longfellow | 2BR,2BA | $2.17 |
| Wayne Street Apartments | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| Taylor Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Apex Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.95 |
| Wholey Legacy Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| The Larkspur | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
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Best Local Schools in Arlington Heights, Arlington, VA
Alice West Fleet Elementary
Arlington Mill High School
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Arlington Heights, Arlington, and the greater Washington area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Arlington Heights Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Arlington Heights?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Arlington Heights is under $1,500.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Arlington Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Arlington Heights is The Larkspur which is listed at $1,033, while the average apartment in Arlington Heights costs $7,852.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Arlington Heights?
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 64 regular apartments in Arlington Heights 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 Heights?
Cheap apartments in Arlington Heights have an average cost of $262 which is $7,590 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Arlington Heights.
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