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4600 Duke St

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

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 C

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

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

1902 N Daniel St

2025 N Stafford St
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Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home, Unit D

3706 Massachusetts Ave NW

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

4200 Cathedral Ave NW, Unit 1110

3210 S 28th St

63 Galveston Pl SW, Unit 3

59 Galveston Pl SW, Unit 2

101 Galveston Pl SW, Unit 4

59 Galveston Pl SW, Unit 1

101 Galveston Pl SW, Unit 3
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Room in Shared 7 bed/4 bath home, Unit G

1114 N Taylor St, Unit B

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

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

4600 S Four Mile Run Dr, Unit 341

1955 N Cleveland St

1912 S Glebe Rd

1021 Arlington Blvd, Unit 601

3206 O St NW

3821 Fairfax Pkwy
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Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home, Unit B

3911 Elbert Ave

214 N George Mason Dr

1021 Arlington Blvd, Unit 715

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

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

63 Galveston Pl SW, Unit 3

101 Galveston Pl SW, Unit 3

101 Galveston Pl SW, Unit 4

59 Galveston Pl SW, Unit 1
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59 Galveston Pl SW, Unit 2

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

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

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

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

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

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

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home, Unit C
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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 | $3,188 | $1,300 | $9,900 |
| Arlington 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,588 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| Arlington 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,967 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| Arlington 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,491 | $1,210 | $10,000+ |
| Arlington 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,186 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
| Arlington 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,370 | $1,060 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Arlington, VA
Pricing Updated: 06/23/2026Current apartment rentals in the Arlington, VA area range in price from $1,050 to $28,580 with an overall median price of $3,935. The three Arlington neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Westover Village at $1,630, Claremond at $1,215, and Arlington Mill at $1,590. 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 | $2,127 | $1,630 | 1 |
| Claremond | $2,940 | $1,215 | 397 |
| Arlington Mill | $3,345 | $1,590 | 23 |
| National Landing | $3,965 | $1,050 | 666 |
| Rosslyn | $5,428 | $1,071 | 182 |
| Glebewood | $5,809 | $1,357 | 281 |
Cheapest Available Arlington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Arlington, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Delwin Apartments in the Old Town North neighborhood priced from $1,045. Union on Queen in the Maywood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,071. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Arlington apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delwin Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Union on Queen | Studio ADU A 60% | Studio,1BA | $1,071 |
| The Larkspur | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,093 |
| The Square at 511 Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
| Arna Marbella | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Olde Salem Village | Studio | S01 | 1BR,1BA | $1,118 |
| National Landing | 1009 | 4BR,2BA | $1,170 |
| Madison Courts | 28-1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,196 |
| Monticello at Southern Towers | S1D | Studio,1BA | $1,201 |
| Ashlawn at Southern Towers | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,204 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arlington, VA
As of June 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Arlington area is the $1.73 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at St. James Plaza in the in the Alexandria West neighborhood starting from $1,838. The second greatest value Arlington apartment is the Two Bedroom 1.5 Bath- 1047 sqft Model at Willow Run at Mark Center Apartment Homes starting at $1,820 with a $1.74 price per square foot in the Alexandria West 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | $1.74 |
| MDXL Flats | B4 | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| 3807 Fulton St NW, Unit B | 3807 Fulton St NW | Studio ,1BA | $1.92 |
| Wholey Legacy Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Harvey Hall | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| 55 Galveston Pl SW | 55 Galveston Pl SW | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| 601 24th St | Furnished Private Room in 3 bed/1 bath Apt | 3BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| The Larkspur | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Delwin Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
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2.5Pet Friendly
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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 905 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Arlington ranging from $739 to $44,000.
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 $739 to $44,000 with an average monthly rent of $7,364.
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 $1,126 to $28,580, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,250 to $11,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,050.
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