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3001 20th Ct S

Room in Shared 7 bed/3.5 bath home, Unit C

1100 23rd Rd S

1832 N Culpeper St

2405 N Quintana St

134 Jasper Pl

Room in Shared 7 bed/3.5 bath home, Unit F

Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home, Unit A

Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home, Unit B
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Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home, Unit C

5609 6th St S

608 N Abingdon St

1904 N Woodley St, Unit #1

Room in Shared 7 bed/4 bath home, Unit A

Room in Shared 7 bed/3.5 bath home, Unit A

3706 Massachusetts Ave NW

Room in Shared 7 bed/3.5 bath home, Unit E

Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home, Unit D

Room in Shared 7 bed/4 bath home, Unit F
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Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home, Unit B

1114 N Taylor St, Unit B, Unit B

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home, Unit A

Room in Shared 7 bed/4 bath home, Unit C

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home, Unit D

1021 Arlington Blvd, Unit 325, Unit 325

1912 S Glebe Rd

1955 N Cleveland St

4600 S Four Mile Run Dr, Unit 341

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home, Unit C
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1311 Delaware Ave SW, Unit S545

1532 2nd St SW

430 M St SW

2515 K St NW

Room in Shared 7 bed/4 bath home, Unit B

Room in Shared 7 bed/4 bath home, Unit G

3911 Elbert Ave

1727 Massachusetts Ave NW

5721 11th St N

1435 4th St SW
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1011 Arlington Blvd, Unit 945, Unit 945

801 N Pitt St

1111 Arlington, Unit 603, Unit 603

801 N Pitt St, Unit 411, Unit 411

214 N George Mason Dr

1954 Columbia Rd NW, Unit 104, Unit 104

5565 Columbia Pike, Unit 310, Unit 310

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home, Unit A

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home, Unit C

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home, Unit B
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Arlington, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Arlington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arlington 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,241 | $1,100 | $6,950 |
| Arlington 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,429 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
| Arlington 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,235 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| Arlington 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,789 | $1,210 | $10,000+ |
| Arlington 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $10,159 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
| Arlington 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,970 | $1,060 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Arlington, VA
Pricing Updated: 05/09/2026Current apartment rentals in the Arlington, VA area range in price from $1,177 to $28,579 with an overall median price of $6,636. The three Arlington neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Westover Village at $1,780, Claremond at $1,177, and Arlington Mill at $1,610. Here is today’s list of the top 6 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Arlington Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westover Village | $1,780 | $1,780 | 1 |
| Claremond | $3,145 | $1,177 | 462 |
| Arlington Mill | $3,345 | $1,610 | 32 |
| National Landing | $4,115 | $1,180 | 809 |
| Glebewood | $5,701 | $1,250 | 534 |
| Rosslyn | $21,732 | $1,441 | 245 |
Cheapest Available Arlington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Arlington, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Gates of Ballston in the Maywood neighborhood priced from $750. The Larkspur in the Maywood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,033. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Arlington apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gates of Ballston | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| The Larkspur | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,033 |
| Delwin Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Key Boulevard | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| Sherwood at Southern Towers | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,152 |
| Stratford at Southern Towers | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,164 |
| National Landing | 419 | 4BR,2BA | $1,180 |
| Monticello at Southern Towers | S1D | Studio,1BA | $1,182 |
| Madison Courts | 28-1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,196 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arlington, VA
As of May 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Arlington 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 Arlington apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Jackson Crossing starting at $2,023 with a $1.64 price per square foot in the Northeast Alexandria neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Arlington 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 |
| Jackson Crossing | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| The Station At Potomac Yard Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2B60 | 2BR,2BA | $1.84 |
| St. James Plaza | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.64 |
| Apex Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.79 |
| 4000 Massachusetts | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| 600 N Vermont St, Unit 3-1 | 600 N Vermont St | 3BR,3BA | $1.31 |
| Wholey Legacy Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Delwin Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| The Larkspur | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Arlington
What type of rentals are currently available in Arlington?
There are currently 1860 Apartments for Rent in Arlington, VA with pricing that ranges from $838 to $28,579. There are also 810 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Arlington ranging from $985 to $25,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Arlington?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Arlington ranges from $985 to $25,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,906.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Arlington?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Arlington range from $1,050 to $28,579, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,500 to $10,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,180.
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A Washington DC Local Expert's Guide to Top Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in the DC Metro
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