
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Penrose Neighborhood of Arlington, VA from $1,300 (17 Rentals)
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2200 Columbia Pike

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2121 Columbia Pike

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2509 Arlington Blvd

310 S Veitch St
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 | $1,790 | $1,438 | $5,208 |
| Penrose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,218 | $1,325 | $8,716 |
| Penrose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,812 | $1,467 | $10,000+ |
| Penrose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,776 | $2,365 | $10,000+ |
| Penrose 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,031 | $8,031 | $8,031 |
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There are currently 17 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 Studio unit found at Cortland on Pike priced from $1,438. Fillmore Garden Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,449. Here are the most affordable Penrose apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cortland on Pike | S3 | Studio,1BA | $1,438 |
| Fillmore Garden Apartments | 1 Bedroom Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,449 |
| Dorchester Towers Apartments | Studio with Balcony | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| Dominion Towers | One Bedroom/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,743 |
| Cortland Columbia Pike | S4 | Studio,1BA | $1,847 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Penrose, VA
As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Penrose area is the $2.09 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Dorchester Apartments in the in the Ashton Heights neighborhood starting from $2,220. The second greatest value Penrose apartment is the B2 Model at Eagle Rock Apartments at Columbia Pike starting at $2,844 with a $2.89 price per square foot in the Cherrydale 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dorchester Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| Eagle Rock Apartments at Columbia Pike | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.89 |
| Shawnee Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| Dominion Towers | One Bedroom/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Siena Park | a12 | 1BR,1BA | $3.32 |
| Fillmore Garden Apartments | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| Penrose Square Apartments | 1B-P3 STUD | Studio ,1BA | $3.31 |
| 2200 Columbia Pike | 9 | 1BR,1BA | $3.32 |
| Cortland on Pike | S1 - Affordable | Studio ,1BA | $2.78 |
| Dorchester Towers Apartments | Studio with Balcony | Studio ,1BA | $3.29 |
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3.5Pet Friendly
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 Cortland on Pike listed at $1,438.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Penrose Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Penrose Apartment is $1,449 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 $1,749 at Fillmore Garden Apartments.
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