
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Pentagon City Neighborhood of Arlington, VA from $1,000 (26 Rentals)
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1044 26th St S

2301 25th St S, Unit Grove, Unit Grove

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Crystal House

Dominion Plaza

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1034 17th St S

1300 S Arlington Ridge Rd

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Dominion Towers

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Bell Arlington Ridge

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MAA National Landing

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Crystal Towers

Lenox Club

1044 26th St S

1300 Army Navy Dr

1100 23rd Rd S

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Pentagon City, Arlington, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Pentagon City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pentagon City Studio Apartments | $2,065 | $1,438 | $7,809 |
| Pentagon City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,636 | $1,496 | $9,004 |
| Pentagon City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,410 | $2,015 | $10,000+ |
| Pentagon City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,772 | $1,150 | $10,000+ |
| Pentagon City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,328 | $1,050 | $4,400 |
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Cheapest Available Pentagon City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Pentagon City area of Washington, VA is a 4 Beds unit found at National Landing priced from $1,050. Cortland on Pike has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,438. Here are the most affordable Pentagon City apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Landing | 209 | 4BR,2BA | $1,050 |
| Cortland on Pike | S3 | Studio,1BA | $1,438 |
| Dorchester Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,515 |
| Dominion Plaza | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,515 |
| Crystal House | S4 | Studio,1BA | $1,577 |
| Dominion Towers | One Bedroom/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,688 |
| Dorchester Towers Apartments | Studio with Balcony | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| RiverHouse | Studio | S03 | Studio,1BA | $1,758 |
| Cortland Columbia Pike | S4 | Studio,1BA | $1,847 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pentagon City, VA
As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Pentagon City area is the $2.08 price per square foot 3 bed / 2 bath Model at Parliament House in the in the Crystal City neighborhood starting from $3,750. The second greatest value Pentagon City apartment is the Lincoln - Renovated Model at Cortland on South Eads starting at $3,047 with a $2.93 price per square foot in the Crystal City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pentagon City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parliament House | 3 bed / 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.08 |
| Cortland on South Eads | Lincoln - Renovated | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.93 |
| Eagle Rock Apartments at Columbia Pike | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.89 |
| Dominion Towers | Two Bedroom/One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.39 |
| The 1201 Apartments | 1 Bedroom - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| 1034 17th St S | 1034 17th St S | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| Bell Arlington Ridge | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| MAA National Landing | Studio 0x1 580-637 SF | Studio ,1BA | $3.03 |
| Dorchester Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.50 |
| Cortland on Pike | S2 | Studio ,1BA | $2.69 |
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Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Pentagon City Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Pentagon City?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Pentagon City is under $1,847.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Pentagon City?
The cheapest apartment in Pentagon City is National Landing which is listed at $1,554, while the average apartment in Pentagon City costs $3,758.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Pentagon City?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 55 regular apartments in Pentagon City that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Pentagon City?
Cheap apartments in Pentagon City have an average cost of $468 which is $3,290 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Pentagon City.
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