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Shirlington, Arlington, VA Local Guide

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 Lloyd Apartments priced from $1,419. Newport Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,604. Here are the most affordable Shirlington apartments for rent in Washington, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lloyd Apartments1D1BR,1BA$1,419
Newport VillageOne Bedroom A1A1BR,1BA$1,604
SpectrumStudioStudio,1BA$1,624
Braddock LeeAscott *Newly Renovated Homes AvailableStudio,1BA$1,629
Park Shirlington1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,740

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shirlington, VA

As of July 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Shirlington area is the $2.04 price per square foot Three Bedroom C2 Model at Newport Village in the in the Shirlington neighborhood starting from $2,913. The second greatest value Shirlington apartment is the 32a Model at The Encore starting at $2,912 with a $2.51 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Newport VillageThree Bedroom C23BR,2BA$2.04
The Encore32a3BR,3BA$2.51
Halstead Tower by WindsorB32BR,2BA$2.63
Arrive 2801Norfolk1BR,1BA$2.39
4531 28th Rd S, Unit Apt C4531 28th Rd S2BR,1BA$2.78
Lloyd Apartments2F2BR,1BA$2.52
Infinity ApartmentsAlpha Renovated1BR,1BA$2.72
Shelton Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.65
Dolley Madison Towers1x11BR,1BA$2.65
Park Shirlington1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.56

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Frequently Asked Questions about Shirlington

What type of rentals are currently available in Shirlington?

There are currently 84 Apartments for Rent in Shirlington, VA with pricing that ranges from $1,604 to $6,134. There are also 57 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Shirlington ranging from $1,850 to $6,050.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Shirlington?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Shirlington ranges from $1,850 to $6,050 with an average monthly rent of $3,747.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Shirlington?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Shirlington range from $2,353 to $4,725, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,400 to $4,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,870.

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