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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 $1,501. Gilliam Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,646. Here are the most affordable Columbia Heights apartments for rent in Washington, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Dominion TowersStudio/one bathStudio,1BA$1,501
Gilliam PlaceStudio B 60%Studio,1BA$1,646
Wellington1 Bed/1 Bath - A1B1BR,1BA$1,657

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia Heights, VA

As of August 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Columbia Heights area is the $2.59 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Renovated Model at Fillmore Garden Apartments in the in the Ashton Heights neighborhood starting from $2,249. The second greatest value Columbia Heights apartment is the 8 Model at 2200 Columbia Pike starting at $2,116 with a $2.52 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Fillmore Garden Apartments2 Bedroom Renovated2BR,1BA$2.59
2200 Columbia Pike81BR,1BA$2.52
Dorchester Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.23
Dorchester Towers Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.54
Shelton Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.65
2121 Columbia Pike161BR,1BA$2.48
Columbia CrossingA1 - Renovated1BR,1BA$2.58
1034 17th St S, Unit B1034 17th St S1BR,1BA$2.65
Wayne Street Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.67
WellingtonStudio - S1CStudio ,1BA$2.55

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Columbia Heights, Arlington, VA

Ranked #64

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Columbia Heights

What type of rentals are currently available in Columbia Heights?

There are currently 104 Apartments for Rent in Columbia Heights, VA with pricing that ranges from $1,325 to $9,156. There are also 49 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Columbia Heights ranging from $1,450 to $7,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Columbia Heights?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Columbia Heights ranges from $1,450 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,019.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Columbia Heights?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Columbia Heights range from $2,353 to $7,545, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,950 to $5,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,870.

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