Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ballston Neighborhood of Arlington, VA from $600 (48 Rentals)

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3444 Fairfax Dr

ArlingtonVA22201

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property at 851 N Glebe Rd

851 N Glebe Rd

ArlingtonVA22203

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Hunters Park
1 Bedroom Apartments

Hunters Park

2021 N Nelson StArlington, VA 22207
Senior Living
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2040 N Vermont St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2040 N Vermont St

2040 N Vermont StArlington, VA 22207
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Leckey Gardens
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Leckey Gardens

2031 N Woodrow StArlington, VA 22207
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Glenayr Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Glenayr Apartments

399 N Park DrArlington, VA 22203
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The Springs Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Springs Apartments

555 N Thomas StArlington, VA 22203
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Irving Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Irving Apartments

605 N Irving StArlington, VA 22201
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616 N Piedmont St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

616 N Piedmont St

616 N Piedmont StArlington, VA 22203
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Morene Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Morene Apartments

2131-2135 No Monroe StArlington, VA 22207
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Randolph Street
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Randolph Street

1111 N Randolph StArlington, VA 22201
Student Housing
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Quinton Arms
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Quinton Arms

4020 Washington BlvdArlington, VA 22201
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Gates of Ballston
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Gates of Ballston

4108 4th St NArlington, VA 22203
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540 N Thomas St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

540 N Thomas St

540 N Thomas StArlington, VA 22203
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Lee Albemarle Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lee Albemarle Apartments

4701-4705 20th Rd NArlington, VA 22207
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Hudson Street Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hudson Street Apartments

1325 N Hudson StArlington, VA 22201
Student Housing
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Ballston, Arlington, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Ballston Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ballston area of Washington, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Terwilliger Place priced from $1,453. Lee Heights Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,600. Here are the most affordable Ballston apartments for rent in Washington, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Terwilliger Place1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,453
Lee Heights Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,600
Waverly VillageSD1BR,1BA$1,704
Ballston CourtONE BEDROOM1BR,1BA$1,795
9th Road Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,800
The HorizonsStudio, 1 Bath 500 SF 01Studio,1BA$1,897
Lyon Village1 Bedroom 6081BR,1BA$1,900
Avalon Arlington NorthA1_7371BR,1BA$2,069
Virginia Square TowersStudioStudio,1BA$2,095
AVA BallstonA11BR,1BA$2,129

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ballston, VA

As of November 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ballston area is the $2.48 price per square foot Residence 214,314,414 Model at Cherry Hill Apartments in the in the Maywood neighborhood starting from $3,550. The second greatest value Ballston apartment is the 2BR/2BA Model at The Amelia starting at $3,295 with a $2.79 price per square foot in the Maywood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ballston apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Cherry Hill ApartmentsResidence 214,314,4143BR,3BA$2.48
The Amelia2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$2.79
Ballston Garden Apartments2 bed / 1 bath2BR,1BA$2.18
Birchwood2x2 Balcony2BR,2BA$2.87
Avalon Arlington NorthA1L1BR,1BA$2.89
Quincy Plaza1x11BR,1BA$2.71
Virginia Square Plaza1x11BR,1BA$2.87
Terwilliger Place1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.86
Waverly VillageSD1BR,1BA$2.84
Lee Heights Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$2.86

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Ballston, Arlington, VA

Ranked #45

Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ballston Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Ballston?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Ballston is under $2,129.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ballston?

The cheapest apartment in Ballston is Terwilliger Place which is listed at $1,453, while the average apartment in Ballston costs $5,935.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Ballston?

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 20 regular apartments in Ballston 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 Ballston?

Cheap apartments in Ballston have an average cost of $187 which is $5,748 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Ballston.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Washington DC Local Expert's Guide to Top Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in the DC Metro

Written by: Steve Lilly

I'm Steve, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Washington, DC.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.