3001 20th Ct S
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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Columbia Heights Neighborhood of Arlington, VA from $1,000 (34 Rentals)
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$1,066 - $2,011
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowShelton Apartments
3215 24th St SArlington, VA 22206
1044 26th St S
ArlingtonVA22202
2301 25th St S, Unit Grove, Unit Grove
2301 25th St S
ArlingtonVA22206
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$1,325 - $1,467
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityBuckingham Village
2011 4th St SArlington, VA 22204
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$1,449 - $2,269
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowFillmore Garden Apartments
805 S Walter Reed DrArlington, VA 22204
1912 S Glebe Rd
ArlingtonVA22204
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$1,500
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowAllendale Garden Apartments
2806 24th Rd SArlington, VA 22206
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$1,515 - $3,180
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowDorchester Apartments
2040 Columbia PikeArlington, VA 22204
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$1,515 - $2,760
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowDominion Plaza
1200 S Courthouse RdArlington, VA 22204
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$1,513 - $2,558
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$1,513 - $2,558
Dominion
333 S Glebe RdArlington, VA 22204
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$1,540 - $2,600
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowOakland Apartments
3710 Columbia PikeArlington, VA 22204
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$1,600 - $2,500
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$1,600 - $2,500
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1034 17th St S
1034 17th St SArlington, VA 22202
1300 S Arlington Ridge Rd
ArlingtonVA22202
4069 S Four Mile Run Dr, Unit 401, Unit 401
4069 S Four Mile Run Dr
ArlingtonVA22204
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$1,650 - $3,809
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now2200 Columbia Pike
2200 Columbia PikeArlington, VA 22204
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$1,669 - $6,991
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$1,644 - $6,966
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RiverHouse
1400 S Joyce StArlington, VA 22202
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$1,689 - $2,494
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$1,665 - $2,470
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Shawnee Apartments
700 S Court House RdArlington, VA 22204
3404 25th St S
ArlingtonVA22206
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$1,700 - $3,506
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowDorchester Towers Apartments
2001 Columbia PikeArlington, VA 22204
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$1,725
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1 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityWayne Street Apartments
500 S Wayne StArlington, VA 22204
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$1,743 - $3,782
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowDominion Towers
1201 S Courthouse RdArlington, VA 22204
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$1,770 - $2,850
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 19Westmont Gardens Apartments
3860 Columbia PikeArlington, VA 22204
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$1,853 - $3,591
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$1,777 - $3,515
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Jasper Columbia Pike
1028 S Walter Reed DrArlington, VA 22204
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$1,880 - $4,417
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowPenrose Square Apartments
2501 9th Rd SArlington, VA 22204
1100 23rd Rd S
ArlingtonVA22202
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Arna Valley View Apartments
2300 25th St SArlington, VA 22206
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Arlington View Terraces
1327-1429 S Rolfe StArlington, VA 22204
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2121 Columbia Pike
2121 Columbia PikeArlington, VA 22204
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Foxcroft Terrace Apartments
720-725 S Ode StArlington, VA 22204
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2112 Columbia Pike
2112 Columbia PikeArlington, VA 22204
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Columbia Pike Apartments
500 S Walter Reed DrArlington, VA 22204
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Gilliam Place
918 S Lincoln StArlington, VA 22204
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Alister Arlington Ridge
2400 S Glebe RdArlington, VA 22206
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Columbia Heights, Arlington, VA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbia Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia Heights Studio Apartments | $1,741 | $1,066 | $5,208 |
| Columbia Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,202 | $1,092 | $8,716 |
| Columbia Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,709 | $1,467 | $10,000+ |
| Columbia Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,420 | $1,975 | $10,000+ |
| Columbia Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,941 | $3,870 | $8,012 |
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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 Cortland on Pike priced from $1,438. Fillmore Garden Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,449. Here are the most affordable Columbia Heights apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cortland on Pike | S3 | Studio,1BA | $1,438 |
| Fillmore Garden Apartments | 1 Bedroom Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,449 |
| Allendale Garden Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Dominion Plaza | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,515 |
| Oakland Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,540 |
| Dorchester Towers Apartments | Studio with Balcony | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| RiverHouse | Studio | S12 | Studio,1BA | $1,735 |
| Alister Arlington Ridge | S1 Renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,735 |
| Dominion Towers | One Bedroom/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,743 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia Heights, VA
As of May 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Columbia Heights area is the $1.65 price per square foot 1809 S Monroe St Model at 1809 S Monroe St, Unit A in the in the Ashton Heights neighborhood starting from $1,975. The second greatest value Columbia Heights apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Dorchester Apartments starting at $2,220 with a $2.09 price per square foot in the Ashton Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Columbia Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 1809 S Monroe St, Unit A | 1809 S Monroe St | 3BR,2BA | $1.65 |
| Dorchester Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| 1303 S Walter Reed Dr, Unit 202 | 1303 S Walter Reed Dr | 2BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| 24 S Old Glebe Road, Unit Apt 3C | 24 S Old Glebe Road | 2BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| 2121 Columbia Pike | 2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| Dominion Towers | One Bedroom/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Dominion | A1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| 1034 17th St S | 1034 17th St S | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| Fillmore Garden Apartments | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| Allendale Garden Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
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Best Local Schools in Columbia Heights, Arlington, VA
Hoffman-Boston Elementary
Arlington County Public Schools
Public School - Grades PK-5 (565)
3 out of 10
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1 out of 10
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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 $1,743.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Columbia Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Columbia Heights is Fillmore Garden Apartments which is listed at $1,449, while the average apartment in Columbia Heights costs $5,944.
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 9 regular apartments in Columbia Heights that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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