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1830 Columbia Pike

ArlingtonVA22204

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2121 Columbia Pike
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2121 Columbia Pike

2121 Columbia PikeArlington, VA 22204
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Gilliam Place
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Gilliam Place

918 S Lincoln StArlington, VA 22204
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Parliament House
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Parliament House

1512 Arlington Ridge RdArlington, VA 22202
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2112 Columbia Pike
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2112 Columbia Pike

2112 Columbia PikeArlington, VA 22204
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3601 5th St S

ArlingtonVA22204
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Columbia Heights, Arlington, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Columbia Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Columbia Heights area of Washington, VA is a Studio unit found at Dominion Towers priced from $1,478. Wellington has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,490. Here are the most affordable Columbia Heights apartments for rent in Washington, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Dominion TowersStudio/one bathStudio,1BA$1,478
WellingtonStudio - S1CStudio,1BA$1,490
Dorchester Towers ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,500
Dominion PlazaStudioStudio,1BA$1,500
Dorchester ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,515
RiverHouseStudio | S10Studio,1BA$1,553
Alister Arlington RidgeS1 RenovatedStudio,1BA$1,577
Fillmore Garden Apartments1 Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$1,599
Gilliam PlaceStudio B 60%Studio,1BA$1,646

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia Heights, VA

As of October 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Columbia Heights area is the $2.57 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Renovated Model at Fillmore Garden Apartments in the in the Ashton Heights neighborhood starting from $2,239. The second greatest value Columbia Heights apartment is the B1 Model at Shawnee Apartments starting at $2,320 with a $2.81 price per square foot in the Cherrydale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Columbia Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Fillmore Garden Apartments2 Bedroom Renovated2BR,1BA$2.57
Shawnee ApartmentsB12BR,1BA$2.81
Dolley Madison Towers2x12BR,1BA$2.65
Columbia CrossingA2 - Renovated1BR,1BA$2.66
Penrose Square Apartments1B-B1BR,1BA$2.78
Bell Arlington RidgeA1E1BR,1BA$2.50
Wellington1 Bed/1 Bath - A1B1BR,1BA$2.39
1034 17th St S, Unit B1034 17th St S1BR,1BA$2.65
Shelton Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.80
Dorchester ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.50

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Columbia Heights, Arlington, VA

Ranked #68

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Best Local Schools in
Columbia Heights, Arlington, VA

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Getting Around the Columbia Heights Neighborhood in Arlington, VA

Walk Score®

89 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

71 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

59 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Columbia Heights Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Columbia Heights?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Columbia Heights is under $1,646.

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

The cheapest apartment in Columbia Heights is Wellington which is listed at $1,556, while the average apartment in Columbia Heights costs $3,870.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Columbia Heights?

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 16 regular apartments in Columbia Heights 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?

Cheap apartments in Columbia Heights have an average cost of $1,343 which is $2,527 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Columbia Heights.

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

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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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