
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Aurora Highlands Neighborhood of Arlington, VA from $1,000 (24 Rentals)
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Crystal Plaza

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Aurora Highlands, Arlington, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Aurora Highlands?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora Highlands Studio Apartments | $2,048 | $1,386 | $5,351 |
| Aurora Highlands 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,701 | $1,419 | $8,974 |
| Aurora Highlands 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,465 | $1,845 | $9,676 |
| Aurora Highlands 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,593 | $1,150 | $10,000+ |
| Aurora Highlands 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,464 | $1,050 | $6,461 |
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There are currently 24 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Aurora Highlands Neighborhood of Arlington, VA.
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Cheapest Available Aurora Highlands Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Aurora Highlands area of Washington, VA is a 4 Beds unit found at 2221 S Clark priced from $1,050. Apex Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,318. Here are the most affordable Aurora Highlands apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2221 S Clark | Private Bedroom in Shared 4 Bed 2 Bath A | 4BR,2BA | $1,050 |
| Apex Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,318 |
| Crystal House | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,386 |
| Lloyd Apartments | 1D | 1BR,1BA | $1,419 |
| Cortland on Pike | S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,513 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Aurora Highlands, VA
As of February 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Aurora Highlands area is the $3.27 price per square foot Lincoln - Renovated Model at Cortland on South Eads in the in the Crystal City neighborhood starting from $3,400. The second greatest value Aurora Highlands apartment is the Madrone Model at The Sur starting at $2,494 with a $3.34 price per square foot in the Northeast Alexandria neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Aurora Highlands apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cortland on South Eads | Lincoln - Renovated | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.27 |
| The Sur | Madrone | 1BR,1BA | $3.34 |
| Avalon at Arlington Square | A2-E-Upper | 1BR,1BA | $3.01 |
| Lloyd Apartments | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| MAA National Landing | Studio 0x1 580-637 SF | Studio ,1BA | $3.26 |
| Crystal House | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.25 |
| Crystal Plaza | Studio, 1 Bath 593 SF 01 | Studio ,1BA | $3.19 |
| Cortland on Pike | S2 - Affordable | Studio ,1BA | $3.02 |
| The 1201 Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.12 |
| Apex Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.66 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleAurora Highlands, Arlington, VA
Ranked #26
Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Aurora Highlands Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Aurora Highlands?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Aurora Highlands is under $1,820.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Aurora Highlands?
The cheapest apartment in Aurora Highlands is Apex Apartments which is listed at $1,408, while the average apartment in Aurora Highlands costs $4,221.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Aurora Highlands?
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 116 regular apartments in Aurora Highlands 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 Aurora Highlands?
Cheap apartments in Aurora Highlands have an average cost of $318 which is $3,903 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Aurora Highlands.
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