
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Shirlington Neighborhood of Arlington, VA from $1,200 (51 Rentals)
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4600 S Four Mile Run Dr, Unit 341

1912 S Glebe Rd

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Infinity Apartments

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Shirlington House

Park Shirlington

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3456 S Stafford St

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The Park At Arlington Ridge

3400 25th St S

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Avalon at Arlington Square

2509 S Walter Reed Dr

2509-D S Walter Reed Dr

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Taylor Square

1500 S George Mason Dr

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The Spectrum

1521 S George Mason Dr

2983 Columbus St S

4600 S Four Mile Run Dr

2980 S Columbus St, Unit C2

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Braddock Lee

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Newport Village

Parkstone Alexandria

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The Alexander Apartments

The Encore

2500 N Van Dorn St

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Arrive 2801

3304 Wyndham Cir

3313 Wyndham Cir

1225 Martha Custis Dr
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4520 King St

3308 Wyndham Cir

3309 Wyndham Cir

3210 S 28th St

The Nexus at West Alex

Fort Ward Apartments

3220 S 28th St

3306 Wyndham Cir, Unit 328

3315 Wyndham Cir

4520 King St, Unit 601
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Shirlington, Arlington, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shirlington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shirlington Studio Apartments | $1,980 | $1,250 | $3,674 |
| Shirlington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,169 | $1,375 | $4,353 |
| Shirlington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,638 | $1,725 | $4,072 |
| Shirlington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,372 | $1,726 | $5,105 |
| Shirlington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,870 | $3,870 | $3,870 |
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Cheapest Available Shirlington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Shirlington area of Washington, VA is a 3 Beds unit found at Fort Henry Garden priced from $1,371. Larchmont Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,375. Here are the most affordable Shirlington apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Henry Garden | 3BR / 2BA Townhome | 3BR,2BA | $1,371 |
| Larchmont Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| Lloyd Apartments | 1D | 1BR,1BA | $1,419 |
| Allendale Garden Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Newport Village | One Bedroom A1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,628 |
| Parkstone Alexandria | 1 Bedroom - 1 Bath | A02 | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Taylor Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,740 |
| The Alexander Apartments | Studio-S01 | Studio,1BA | $1,745 |
| Infinity Apartments | Alpha Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,755 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shirlington, VA
As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shirlington area is the $2.28 price per square foot Three Bedroom C2 Model at Newport Village in the in the Shirlington neighborhood starting from $3,255. The second greatest value Shirlington apartment is the 2 Bedroom - 2 Bath Model at Parkstone Alexandria starting at $2,211 with a $1.95 price per square foot in the Green Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shirlington apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newport Village | Three Bedroom C2 | 3BR,2BA | $2.28 |
| Parkstone Alexandria | 2 Bedroom - 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.95 |
| Bell Arlington Ridge | B2E | 2BR,2BA | $2.48 |
| Arrive 2801 | Norfolk | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Braddock Lee | Brentwood Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| Taylor Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| The Encore | Renoir | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Lloyd Apartments | 2E | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Fort Henry Garden | 2Br / 1 BA Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| Allendale Garden Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shirlington Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Shirlington?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Shirlington is at The Alexander Apartments listed at $1,745.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Shirlington Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Shirlington Apartment is $1,375 at Larchmont Village Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Shirlington Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Shirlington is starting from $1,725 at Larchmont Village Apartments.
What is the most affordable Shirlington Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Shirlington Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Fort Henry Garden and starts from $1,371.
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