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114 S Lee St

4619 Yuma St NW

1947 N Dinwiddie St

Room in Shared 7 bed/3.5 bath home in Southwest Waterfront, Unit B

4390 LORCOM Ln, Unit 709

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

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

59 Galveston Pl SW, Unit 1

59 Galveston Pl SW, Unit 2
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101 Galveston Pl SW, Unit 3

101 Galveston Pl SW, Unit 4

63 Galveston Pl SW, Unit 3

2709 13th Rd S

6244 Williamsburg Blvd

3210 S 28th St

4520 King St

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

63 Galveston Pl SW, Unit 3

101 Galveston Pl SW, Unit 4
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59 Galveston Pl SW, Unit 1

101 Galveston Pl SW, Unit 3

59 Galveston Pl SW, Unit 2

Room in Shared 7 bed/4 bath home in Southwest Waterfront, Unit F

324 Little Falls St

2712 1st St S

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

6004 Columbia Pike

1114 N Taylor St, Unit B

4600 S Four Mile Run Dr, Unit 341
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2025 N Stafford St

2843 Summerfield Rd

1111 Arlington Blvd

1912 S Glebe Rd

644 S Illinois St

1577 N Colonial Terrace

5733 Washington Blvd, Unit Apt 5

1011 Arlington Blvd, Unit 945

1435 4th St SW, Unit B217

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in Dupont Circle, Unit B
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11111-11111 Arlington Blvd

2210 N Lexington St

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

205 E Glebe Rd, Unit a

1587 N Colonial Terrace

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

300 M St SW

700 18th St S

5712 Washington Blvd, Unit 4

5214 8th Rd S, Unit 4
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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 | $3,053 | $1,150 | $6,500 |
| Arlington 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,262 | $2,100 | $10,000+ |
| Arlington 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,173 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
| Arlington 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,032 | $1,180 | $10,000+ |
| Arlington 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,982 | $5,495 | $10,000+ |
| Arlington 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,070 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Arlington, VA
Pricing Updated: 08/07/2026Current apartment rentals in the Arlington, VA area range in price from $838 to $28,580 with an overall median price of $2,609. The three Arlington neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Westover Village at $1,600, Arlington Mill at $2,177, and Claremond at $2,283. Here is today’s list of the top 9 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Arlington Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westover Village | $1,600 | $1,500 | 6 |
| Arlington Mill | $2,177 | $1,510 | 39 |
| Claremond | $2,283 | $1,091 | 428 |
| Arlington Views | $2,520 | $1,083 | 1048 |
| Glebewood | $2,724 | $1,359 | 260 |
| National Landing | $2,831 | $1,050 | 458 |
| Rosslyn | $2,962 | $1,350 | 160 |
| North Highland | $2,967 | $1,033 | 76 |
| Ballston Virginia Square | $3,001 | $838 | 101 |
Cheapest Available Arlington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Arlington, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Larkspur in the Maywood neighborhood priced from $1,033. Delwin Apartments in the Old Town North neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,045. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Arlington apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Larkspur | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,033 |
| Delwin Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| National Landing | 919 | 4BR,2BA | $1,050 |
| Olde Salem Village | Studio | S01 | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| The Shelton | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,080 |
| Monticello at Southern Towers | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,153 |
| Madison Courts | 28-1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,196 |
| Sherwood at Southern Towers | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,199 |
| The Graham at Southern Towers | S1B | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| 555 | Senior Housing S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,246 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arlington, VA
As of August 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Arlington area is the $1.87 price per square foot 4 bed / 2 bath Model at Parliament House in the in the Crystal City neighborhood starting from $4,400. The second greatest value Arlington apartment is the 2x2 Model at 4000 Massachusetts starting at $2,500 with a $1.97 price per square foot in the Spring Valley 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parliament House | 4 bed / 2 bath | 4BR,2BA | $1.87 |
| 4000 Massachusetts | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.97 |
| St. James Plaza | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.73 |
| Willow Run at Mark Center Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom 1.5 Bath- 1047 sqft | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.80 |
| Carousel Court | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Taylor Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| The Larkspur | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| The Bloom | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.84 |
| Wholey Legacy Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Delwin Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Arlington
What type of rentals are currently available in Arlington?
There are currently 1865 Apartments for Rent in Arlington, VA with pricing that ranges from $838 to $28,580. There are also 847 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Arlington ranging from $890 to $27,000.
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 $890 to $27,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,572.
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 $1,060 to $28,580, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,100 to $11,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,050.
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