
Cheap Homes for Rent in Ballston Neighborhood of Arlington, VA from $1,400 (28 Rentals)
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Ballston, Arlington, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Ballston?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Ballston 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,002 | $1,450 | $4,950 |
Ballston 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,308 | $3,990 | $4,700 |
Ballston 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,593 | $3,600 | $6,000 |
Ballston 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,749 | $3,995 | $7,750 |
Ballston 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $11,500 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
Ballston 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,900 | $7,900 | $7,900 |
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There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Ballston Neighborhood of Arlington, VA.
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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. Gates of Ballston has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,578. Here are the most affordable Ballston apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Terwilliger Place | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,453 |
Gates of Ballston | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,578 |
The George Mason Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,915 |
The Horizons | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath 700 SF 11 | 1BR,1BA | $2,049 |
The View Ballston | Studio-S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,125 |
672 Flats | A7 | 1BR,1BA | $2,280 |
Ballston Court | EAT IN KITCHEN | 2BR,1BA | $2,295 |
The Waycroft | AB01 | Studio,1BA | $2,319 |
Origin | SB | Studio,1BA | $2,340 |
The Clarendon | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,449 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ballston, VA
As of July 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ballston area is the $2.49 price per square foot Residence 205,305,405 Model at Cherry Hill Apartments in the in the Maywood neighborhood starting from $3,595. The second greatest value Ballston apartment is the B10 Model at Fitzroy starting at $4,147 with a $3.60 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Cherry Hill Apartments | Residence 205,305,405 | 3BR,3BA | $2.49 |
Fitzroy | B10 | 2BR,2BA | $3.60 |
Virginia Square | 2 Bedrooms E | 2BR,2BA | $3.42 |
Richmond Square | 2x2 Modernized | 2BR,2BA | $3.38 |
Lyon Village | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $2.44 |
Terwilliger Place | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
Ballston Court | EAT IN KITCHEN | 2BR,1BA | $3.28 |
The Horizons | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath 650 SF 11B | 1BR,1BA | $3.32 |
The George Mason Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.22 |
Gates of Ballston | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.73 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ballston
What type of rentals are currently available in Ballston?
There are currently 146 Apartments for Rent in Ballston, VA with pricing that ranges from $1,120 to $6,968. There are also 78 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ballston ranging from $1,450 to $11,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Ballston?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Ballston ranges from $1,450 to $11,500 with an average monthly rent of $5,650.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Ballston?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Ballston range from $2,405 to $6,968, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,990 to $4,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,640.
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