
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Glencarlyn Neighborhood of Arlington, VA from $800 (154 Rentals)
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Gates of Ballston

1114 N Taylor St, Unit B

The Carlin Senior Apartment Community

Oakland Apartments

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Columbia Grove Apartments

4378 N Pershing Dr

Haven Columbia Pike

750 S Dickerson St

5353 Columbia Pike
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Ten at Clarendon

3515 Washington Blvd

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Ballston Court

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989 S Buchanan St, Unit #308

989 S Buchanan St

2444 S Oakland St

Bartton Place
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100 N George Mason Dr

230 N George Mason Dr

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The Whitmore

Park Shirlington

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Shirlington House

Park Lyn

989 S Buchanan St, Unit 223

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3816 17th St N, Unit English Basement Apt.

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Centro Arlington

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Virginia Square Plaza
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5353 Columbia Pike, Unit 504

The George Mason Apartments

The Citizen at Shirlington Village

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Quincy Plaza

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Wildwood Park

2983 S Columbus St

Sofi 55 Hundred

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Thomas Court

Ballston Garden Apartments

2604 S Arlington Mill Dr
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2873 S Buchanan St

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911 N Fillmore St, Unit 2

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Virginia Square Towers

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Delancey at Shirlington Village

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Wildwood Towers

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Westmont Apartments

2509 S Walter Reed Dr

2509-D S Walter Reed Dr

989 S Buchanan St, Unit 215

Lyon Place at Clarendon Center
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Glencarlyn, Arlington, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Glencarlyn?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glencarlyn Studio Apartments | $2,072 | $1,256 | $8,938 |
| Glencarlyn 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,581 | $838 | $10,000+ |
| Glencarlyn 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,243 | $981 | $10,000+ |
| Glencarlyn 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,654 | $1,126 | $10,000+ |
| Glencarlyn 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,778 | $4,405 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 154 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Glencarlyn Neighborhood of Arlington, VA.
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Cheapest Available Glencarlyn Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Glencarlyn area of Washington, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Olde Salem Village priced from $1,144. Monticello at Southern Towers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,216. Here are the most affordable Glencarlyn apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olde Salem Village | Studio | S01 | 1BR,1BA | $1,144 |
| Monticello at Southern Towers | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,216 |
| Gates of Ballston | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,365 |
| Harvey Hall | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,372 |
| Ashtons | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| The Spire | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Hillwood Manor Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,523 |
| Erdo House | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
| Barcroft Plaza Apartments | 1 Bedroom + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,538 |
| Skyline Towers | LEnfant Premier | Studio,1BA | $1,543 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Glencarlyn, VA
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Glencarlyn area is the $1.42 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at The Shell in the in the Ashton Heights neighborhood starting from $1,845. The second greatest value Glencarlyn apartment is the Two Bedroom B2A Model at Newport Village starting at $2,336 with a $2.01 price per square foot in the Shirlington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Glencarlyn apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Shell | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| Newport Village | Two Bedroom B2A | 2BR,2BA | $2.01 |
| St. James Plaza | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.73 |
| Ballston Garden Apartments | 2 bed / 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| The Oliver in Alexandria | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.14 |
| Taylor Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Barcroft Plaza Apartments | 2 Bedrooms + 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $2.14 |
| The Jefferson, an Eagle Rock Community | Constitution | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Parkstone Alexandria | 1 Bedroom - 1 Bath | A02 | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Hillwood Manor Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleGlencarlyn, 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 Glencarlyn, Arlington, VA
Carlin Springs Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Glencarlyn Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Glencarlyn?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Glencarlyn is under $1,543.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Glencarlyn?
The cheapest apartment in Glencarlyn is Olde Salem Village which is listed at $1,144, while the average apartment in Glencarlyn costs $12,860.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Glencarlyn?
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 24 regular apartments in Glencarlyn 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 Glencarlyn?
Cheap apartments in Glencarlyn have an average cost of $212 which is $12,648 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Glencarlyn.
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