
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Shirlington Neighborhood of Arlington, VA from $1,020 (51 Rentals)
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1912 S Glebe Rd

3001 20th Ct S

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Fort Henry Garden

4600 S Four Mile Run Dr, Unit 341

3408 25th St S

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Allendale Garden Apartments

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Virginia Gardens

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Park Shirlington

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Infinity Apartments
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989 S Buchanan St, Unit #308

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The Citizen at Shirlington Village

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Shirlington House

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Dolley Madison Towers

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Avalon at Arlington Square

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1501 South George Mason Drive, Unit 13

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The Park At Arlington Ridge

3537 S Stafford St, Unit 3537 S. Stafford St. #B1, Arlington, VA 22206

2055 26th St S, Unit 2055 26th St S #110, Arlington, VA 22206

3400 25th St S
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Taylor Square

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The Spectrum

1521 S George Mason Dr

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Larchmont Village Apartments

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Braddock Lee

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Newport Village

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Parkstone

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The Encore

1225 Martha Custis Dr, Unit 815

3312 S 28th St

3309 Wyndham Cir

3313 Wyndham Cir

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Arrive 2801

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ELofts

4551 Strutfield Ln, Unit 4416
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4520 King St

3210 S 28th St

The Nexus at West Alex

Fort Ward Apartments

3306 Wyndham Cir, Unit 328

3220 S 28th St

1225 Martha Custis Dr, Unit 815

The Alexander Apartments

3592 Martha Custis Dr

2500 N Van Dorn St, Unit 610
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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 | $1,881 | $1,020 | $4,500 |
| Shirlington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,072 | $1,419 | $3,352 |
| Shirlington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,489 | $1,256 | $4,272 |
| Shirlington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,172 | $1,726 | $4,975 |
| Shirlington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,870 | $3,870 | $3,870 |
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There are currently 51 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Shirlington Neighborhood of Arlington, VA.
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Cheapest Available Shirlington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Shirlington area of Washington, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Shelton priced from $1,080. Larchmont Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable Shirlington apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Shelton | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,080 |
| Larchmont Village Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Fort Henry Garden | 3BR / 2BA Townhome | 3BR,2BA | $1,371 |
| Allendale Garden Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Lloyd Apartments | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,509 |
| Newport Village | One Bedroom A1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,601 |
| Braddock Lee | Arbor Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,638 |
| Parkstone | 1/1/A-W-O | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| The Encore | Rembrandt | 1BR,1BA | $1,663 |
| Virginia Gardens | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shirlington, VA
As of September 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shirlington area is the $2.20 price per square foot Three Bedroom C2 Model at Newport Village in the in the Shirlington neighborhood starting from $3,148. The second greatest value Shirlington apartment is the Monet Model at The Encore starting at $2,840 with a $2.45 price per square foot in the Shirlington 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. |
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| Newport Village | Three Bedroom C2 | 3BR,2BA | $2.20 |
| The Encore | Monet | 3BR,3BA | $2.45 |
| Arrive 2801 | Norfolk | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Taylor Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| The Shelton | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.28 |
| Lloyd Apartments | 2E | 2BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| Fort Henry Garden | 2Br / 1 BA Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| Dolley Madison Towers | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| Braddock Lee | Arbor Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| Allendale Garden Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleShirlington, Arlington, VA
Ranked #74
Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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 Larchmont Village Apartments listed at $1,250.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Shirlington Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Shirlington Apartment is $1,080 at The Shelton.
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 $1,696 at Virginia Gardens.
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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