Cheap Homes for Rent in Fairlington Shirlington Neighborhood of Arlington, VA from $1,000 (26 Rentals)

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Fairlington Shirlington, Arlington, VA Local Guide

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 Broadstone Van Dorn priced from $1,240. The Square at 511 Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,299. Here are the most affordable Fairlington Shirlington apartments for rent in Washington, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Broadstone Van DornCaasStudio,1BA$1,240
The Square at 511 ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,299
Presidential GreensPlan A1D1BR,1BA$1,354
Monticello at Southern TowersS1AStudio,1BA$1,375
Lloyd Apartments1D1BR,1BA$1,419
Mason at Van DornS1Studio,1BA$1,423
Ashlawn at Southern TowersS1AStudio,1BA$1,448
Foxchase ApartmentsThe Washington1BR,1BA$1,464
Eaton SquareA31BR,1BA$1,468
The Aspen ApartmentsSt. AsaphStudio,1BA$1,468

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairlington Shirlington, VA

As of July 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fairlington Shirlington area is the $2.18 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Dorchester Towers Apartments in the in the Ashton Heights neighborhood starting from $2,510. The second greatest value Fairlington Shirlington apartment is the 3 Model at 2121 Columbia Pike starting at $2,520 with a $2.19 price per square foot in the Ashton Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairlington Shirlington apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Dorchester Towers Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.18
2121 Columbia Pike32BR,2BA$2.19
London Park Towers Apartments1 Bedroom + 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.60
Dorchester Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.09
Willow Run at Mark Center Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom 1.5 Bath- 1047 sqft2BR,1.5BA$2.08
Park Shirlington2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.21
Braddock LeeBrentwood *Newly Renovated Homes Available2BR,1BA$2.14
Newport VillageOne Bedroom A1A1BR,1BA$1.81
The WhitmorePlan A1A1BR,1BA$2.22
Apex ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.04

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Frequently Asked Questions about Fairlington Shirlington

What type of rentals are currently available in Fairlington Shirlington?

There are currently 324 Apartments for Rent in Fairlington Shirlington, VA with pricing that ranges from $1,240 to $11,310. There are also 211 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Fairlington Shirlington ranging from $1,000 to $14,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Fairlington Shirlington?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Fairlington Shirlington ranges from $1,000 to $14,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,465.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Fairlington Shirlington?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Fairlington Shirlington range from $2,195 to $11,310, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,800 to $5,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,870.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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