
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Clarendon Neighborhood of Arlington, VA from $800 (89 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Clarendon area of Arlington.


The Larkspur

Arna Marbella

2712 1st St S

1902 N Daniel St

Gates of Ballston

1336 N Ode St

Wholey Legacy Homes

1955 N Cleveland St

The Carlin Senior Apartment Community
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Marbella Apartments

1303 N Ode St

Woodbury Park at Courthouse

Parc Rosslyn Apartments

Ten at Clarendon

1305 N Ode St

Cleveland Arms Apartments

1300 N Meade St

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1726 N Quinn St

2000 Clarendon Blvd

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Sheffield Court

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Potomac Towers

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3816 17th St N, Unit English Basement Apt.

Barton House

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Cherry Hill Apartments

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Virginia Square Plaza

The George Mason Apartments

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Park Georgetown

2016 N Adams St, Unit 304

3000 Spout Run Pkwy, Unit B505

3000 Spout Run Pkwy

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4118 18th Rd N, Unit #Basement

3000 Spout Run Pkwy

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Thomas Court

1322 Fort Myer Dr

1800 Key Blvd

1782 N Troy St
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CE Scott

Key Boulevard

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Morene Apartments

616 N Piedmont St
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Clarendon, Arlington, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Clarendon?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clarendon Studio Apartments | $2,649 | $1,365 | $9,153 |
| Clarendon 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,950 | $838 | $10,000+ |
| Clarendon 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,117 | $981 | $10,000+ |
| Clarendon 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,786 | $1,126 | $10,000+ |
| Clarendon 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,848 | $4,405 | $8,902 |
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There are currently 89 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Clarendon Neighborhood of Arlington, VA.
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Cheapest Available Clarendon Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Clarendon area of Washington, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Larkspur priced from $1,093. Arna Marbella has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here are the most affordable Clarendon apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Larkspur | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,093 |
| Arna Marbella | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Key Boulevard | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,356 |
| Gates of Ballston | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,365 |
| Wholey Legacy Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,441 |
| Marbella Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,596 |
| Courthouse Crossings Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,756 |
| Potomac Towers | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,855 |
| Barton House | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,942 |
| The George Mason Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,965 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clarendon, VA
As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Clarendon area is the $2.41 price per square foot Fort Strong Villas - Near Courthouse Metro Model at Fort Strong Properties in the in the Maywood neighborhood starting from $2,450. The second greatest value Clarendon apartment is the 4118 18th Rd N Model at 4118 18th Rd N, Unit #Basement starting at $2,000 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Maywood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Clarendon apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Strong Properties | Fort Strong Villas - Near Courthouse Metro | 2BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| 4118 18th Rd N, Unit #Basement | 4118 18th Rd N | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Parc Rosslyn Apartments | Longfellow | 2BR,2BA | $2.17 |
| Woodbury Park at Courthouse | 3 Bedrooms | 3BR,2BA | $2.48 |
| Colonial Village West | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| Gates of Ballston | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.52 |
| Cortland on Adams | Barcroft | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| Wholey Legacy Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| The Larkspur | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Marbella Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Clarendon Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Clarendon?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Clarendon is under $1,965.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Clarendon?
The cheapest apartment in Clarendon is The Larkspur which is listed at $1,093, while the average apartment in Clarendon costs $6,794.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Clarendon?
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 43 regular apartments in Clarendon 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 Clarendon?
Cheap apartments in Clarendon have an average cost of $209 which is $6,585 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Clarendon.
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