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2910 S Glebe RdArlington, VA 22206
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5008 Columbia PikeArlington, VA 22204
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805 S Walter Reed DrArlington, VA 22204
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1201 S Courthouse RdArlington, VA 22204
5353 Columbia Pike
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2040 Columbia PikeArlington, VA 22204
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3710 Columbia PikeArlington, VA 22204
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3618 6th St SArlington, VA 22204
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4301 Columbia PikeArlington, VA 22204
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1400 S Joyce StArlington, VA 22202
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815 18th St SArlington, VA 22202
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2200 Columbia PikeArlington, VA 22204
1200 S Arlington Ridge Rd
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2001 Columbia PikeArlington, VA 22204
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1010 S Frederick StArlington, VA 22204
1300 S Arlington Ridge Rd
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5500 Columbia PikeArlington, VA 22204
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955 S Columbus StArlington, VA 22204
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4201 31st St SArlington, VA 22206
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2300 24th Rd SArlington, VA 22206
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2300 25th St SArlington, VA 22206
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918 S Lincoln StArlington, VA 22204
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2900-2910 S Glebe RdArlington, VA 22206
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5203 8th Rd SArlington, VA 22204
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1130 S George Mason DrArlington, VA 22204
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901 S Dinwiddie StArlington, VA 22204
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850-860 S Greenbrier StArlington, VA 22204
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1327-1429 S Rolfe StArlington, VA 22204
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2121 Columbia PikeArlington, VA 22204
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1000 S Frederick StArlington, VA 22204
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5105 10th Pl SArlington, VA 22204
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914-934 S Buchanan StArlington, VA 22204
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2112 Columbia PikeArlington, VA 22204
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835-871 S Greenbrier StArlington, VA 22204
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Alister Arlington Ridge
2400 S Glebe RdArlington, VA 22206
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5055 S Chesterfield RdArlington, VA 22206
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3201 Landover StAlexandria, VA 22305
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5055 Seminary RdAlexandria, VA 22311
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3904 Executive AveAlexandria, VA 22305
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4921 Seminary RdAlexandria, VA 22311
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511 Four Mile RdAlexandria, VA 22305
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140 S Van Dorn StAlexandria, VA 22304
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420 N Van Dorn StAlexandria, VA 22304
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4901 Seminary RdAlexandria, VA 22311
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5001 Seminary RdAlexandria, VA 22311
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5021 Seminary RdAlexandria, VA 22311
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fairlington Shirlington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairlington Shirlington Studio Apartments | $1,670 | $1,066 | $5,351 |
| Fairlington Shirlington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,175 | $1,092 | $8,974 |
| Fairlington Shirlington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,655 | $1,676 | $9,287 |
| Fairlington Shirlington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,174 | $1,921 | $10,000+ |
| Fairlington Shirlington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,312 | $3,870 | $8,754 |
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Cheapest Available Fairlington Shirlington Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fairlington Shirlington area of Washington, VA is a Studio unit found at The Aspen priced from $1,234. Monticello at Southern Towers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,236. Here are the most affordable Fairlington Shirlington apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| The Aspen | St. Asaph | Studio,1BA | $1,234 |
| Monticello at Southern Towers | S1C | Studio,1BA | $1,236 |
| Ashlawn at Southern Towers | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,274 |
| Presidential Greens | Plan A1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,274 |
| The Square at 511 Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,299 |
| Mason at Van Dorn | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,336 |
| Stratford at Southern Towers | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,349 |
| Sherwood at Southern Towers | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,369 |
| The Graham at Southern Towers | S1B | Studio,1BA | $1,369 |
| Harvey Hall | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,372 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairlington Shirlington, VA
As of March 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fairlington Shirlington area is the $1.70 price per square foot 2 Bedrooms + 2 Baths Model at London Park Towers Apartments in the in the Alexandria West neighborhood starting from $2,242. The second greatest value Fairlington Shirlington apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at The Oliver in Alexandria starting at $2,690 with a $2.17 price per square foot in the Alexandria West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairlington Shirlington apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| London Park Towers Apartments | 2 Bedrooms + 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| The Oliver in Alexandria | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.17 |
| The Summit | Design 2A20 Premier | 2BR,2BA | $2.19 |
| St. James Plaza | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.64 |
| Stoneridge at Mark Center Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.21 |
| Arrive 2801 | Norfolk | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Apex Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.79 |
| Newport Village | One Bedroom A1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Willow Run at Mark Center Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Broadstone Van Dorn | Ford | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fairlington Shirlington Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Fairlington Shirlington?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Fairlington Shirlington is under $1,372.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fairlington Shirlington?
The cheapest apartment in Fairlington Shirlington is Presidential Greens which is listed at $1,274, while the average apartment in Fairlington Shirlington costs $13,178.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fairlington Shirlington?
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 79 regular apartments in Fairlington Shirlington 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 Fairlington Shirlington?
Cheap apartments in Fairlington Shirlington have an average cost of $743 which is $12,435 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fairlington Shirlington.
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