
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Penrose Neighborhood of Arlington, VA from $1,300 (19 Rentals)
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Fillmore Garden Apartments

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2200 Columbia Pike

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206 S Courthouse Rd
Penrose, Arlington, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Penrose?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penrose Studio Apartments | $1,808 | $1,483 | $6,430 |
| Penrose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,073 | $1,325 | $6,451 |
| Penrose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,666 | $1,467 | $10,000+ |
| Penrose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,501 | $2,428 | $8,371 |
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There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Penrose Neighborhood of Arlington, VA.
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Cheapest Available Penrose Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Penrose area of Washington, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Fillmore Garden Apartments priced from $1,369. Dominion Towers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,483. Here are the most affordable Penrose apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fillmore Garden Apartments | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,369 |
| Dominion Towers | Studio/one bath | Studio,1BA | $1,483 |
| Cortland on Pike | S2 - Affordable | Studio,1BA | $1,528 |
| 2121 Columbia Pike | 14 | Studio,1BA | $1,530 |
| Shawnee Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,689 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Penrose, VA
As of April 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Penrose area is the $2.18 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Renovated Model at Fillmore Garden Apartments in the in the Ashton Heights neighborhood starting from $1,899. The second greatest value Penrose apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at Dorchester Towers Apartments starting at $2,040 with a $2.50 price per square foot in the Ashton Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Penrose apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fillmore Garden Apartments | 2 Bedroom Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Dorchester Towers Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Dorchester Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| Eagle Rock Apartments at Columbia Pike | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| Penrose Square Apartments | 1B-P | 1BR,1BA | $3.15 |
| Shawnee Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| Siena Park | a03 | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
| 2200 Columbia Pike | 10 | 1BR,1BA | $3.25 |
| Cortland on Pike | S1 - Affordable | Studio ,1BA | $2.95 |
| 2121 Columbia Pike | 14 | Studio ,1BA | $3.12 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Penrose Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Penrose?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Penrose is at Dominion Towers listed at $1,483.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Penrose Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Penrose Apartment is $1,369 at Fillmore Garden Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Penrose Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Penrose is starting from $1,759 at Fillmore Garden Apartments.
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