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1830 Columbia Pike

ArlingtonVA22204

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1200 N Nash St

ArlingtonVA22209

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Columbia Heights South, Arlington, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Columbia Heights South Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Columbia Heights South area of Washington, VA is a 4 Beds unit found at 2221 S Clark priced from $1,180. Presidential Greens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,229. Here are the most affordable Columbia Heights South apartments for rent in Washington, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
2221 S ClarkPrivate Bedroom in Shared 4 Bed 2 Bath A4BR,2BA$1,180
Presidential GreensPlan A1C1BR,1BA$1,229
Apex ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,318
Crystal HouseS9 WF 50Studio,1BA$1,342
Monticello at Southern TowersS1AStudio,1BA$1,397
Ashlawn at Southern TowersS1AStudio,1BA$1,438
Glebe House ApartmentsUnfurnished StudioStudio,1BA$1,450
Sherwood at Southern TowersS1AStudio,1BA$1,451

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia Heights South, VA

As of October 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Columbia Heights South area is the $2.29 price per square foot Plan C2 Model at The Whitmore in the in the Ashton Heights neighborhood starting from $3,400. The second greatest value Columbia Heights South apartment is the 3 bed / 2 bath Model at Ballston Garden Apartments starting at $3,000 with a $2.22 price per square foot in the Maywood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Columbia Heights South apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The WhitmorePlan C23BR,2BA$2.29
Ballston Garden Apartments3 bed / 2 bath3BR,2BA$2.22
Dorchester Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.96
Jackson Crossing2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.12
Park Shirlington2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.21
5105 10th Pl S2 bed2BR,1BA$2.00
Newport VillageOne Bedroom A1A1BR,1BA$1.86
The Fields of ArlingtonA4a1BR,1BA$2.29
Terwilliger Place1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.86
Wellington1 Bed/1 Bath - A1A1BR,1BA$2.32

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Columbia Heights South, Arlington, VA

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is proud to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Columbia Heights South, Arlington, and the greater Washington area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, family-friendly amenities, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Columbia Heights South Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Columbia Heights South?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Columbia Heights South is under $1,451.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Columbia Heights South?

The cheapest apartment in Columbia Heights South is Presidential Greens which is listed at $1,229, while the average apartment in Columbia Heights South costs $3,902.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Columbia Heights South?

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 123 regular apartments in Columbia Heights South 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 Columbia Heights South?

Cheap apartments in Columbia Heights South have an average cost of $531 which is $3,371 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Columbia Heights South.

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

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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.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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