
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Douglas Park Neighborhood of Arlington, VA from $1,020 (217 Rentals)
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Oakland Apartments

2712 1st St S

Buckingham Village

Dorchester Apartments

Gates of Ballston

Fort Henry Garden

1114 N Taylor St, Unit B

2642 N Pershing Dr

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Dominion Plaza

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Westmont Gardens Apartments

Dominion Towers

5214 8th Rd S, Unit 4

5353 Columbia Pike

Infinity Apartments

2200 Columbia Pike

5310 8th Rd S
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Dorchester Towers Apartments

4374 N Pershing Dr

Fillmore Garden Apartments

Virginia Gardens

Bartton Place

Haven Columbia Pike

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RiverHouse

Ten at Clarendon

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The Whitmore

131 S Courthouse Rd
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Shirlington House

Ballston Court

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989 S Buchanan St, Unit #308

989 S Buchanan St, Unit 223

1200 S Arlington Ridge Rd

5007 10th St S

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The Citizen at Shirlington Village

Park Shirlington

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Alister Arlington Ridge
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Dolley Madison Towers

4318 N Pershing Dr

851 N Glebe Rd

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Sheffield Court

Siena Park

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Wildwood Park

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Penrose Square Apartments

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5353 Columbia Pike, Unit 504

2908 13th Rd S, Unit 1
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Douglas Park, Arlington, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Douglas Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Douglas Park Studio Apartments | $1,811 | $1,020 | $4,500 |
| Douglas Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,322 | $1,296 | $6,645 |
| Douglas Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,886 | $1,256 | $10,000+ |
| Douglas Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,159 | $1,726 | $7,156 |
| Douglas Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,056 | $3,870 | $9,038 |
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There are currently 217 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Douglas Park Neighborhood of Arlington, VA.
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Cheapest Available Douglas Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Douglas Park area of Washington, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Shelton priced from $1,080. The Graham at Southern Towers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,155. Here are the most affordable Douglas Park apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Shelton | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,080 |
| The Graham at Southern Towers | S1B | Studio,1BA | $1,155 |
| Sherwood at Southern Towers | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,168 |
| Monticello at Southern Towers | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,198 |
| Oakland Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,255 |
| Presidential Greens | Plan A1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,296 |
| The Square at 511 | 0/1/A-R | Studio,1BA | $1,299 |
| Ashlawn at Southern Towers | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,324 |
| Gates of Ballston | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,353 |
| Fort Henry Garden | 3BR / 2BA Townhome | 3BR,2BA | $1,371 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Douglas Park, VA
As of August 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Douglas Park area is the $2.10 price per square foot Three Bedroom C2 Model at Newport Village in the in the Shirlington neighborhood starting from $3,004. The second greatest value Douglas Park apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at St. James Plaza starting at $1,838 with a $1.73 price per square foot in the Alexandria West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Douglas Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newport Village | Three Bedroom C2 | 3BR,2BA | $2.10 |
| St. James Plaza | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.73 |
| The Whitmore | Plan A1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Skyline Towers | Reagan Premier | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Carousel Court | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Stoneridge at Mark Center Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.92 |
| Arrive 2801 | Norfolk | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Taylor Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Arlington View Terraces | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Dorchester Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDouglas Park, Arlington, VA
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Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Douglas Park, Arlington, VA
Randolph Elementary School
Arlington Mill High School
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team of engineers and researchers works hard to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Virginia including Douglas Park, Arlington, and the greater Washington area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Douglas Park Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Douglas Park?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Douglas Park is under $1,371.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Douglas Park?
The cheapest apartment in Douglas Park is The Shelton which is listed at $1,080, while the average apartment in Douglas Park costs $2,353.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Douglas Park?
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 98 regular apartments in Douglas Park 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 Douglas Park?
Cheap apartments in Douglas Park have an average cost of $555 which is $1,798 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Douglas Park.
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