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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 Studio unit found at Braddock Lee priced from $1,573. Newport Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,640. Here are the most affordable Shirlington apartments for rent in Washington, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Braddock LeeAscott *Newly Renovated Homes AvailableStudio,1BA$1,573
Newport VillageOne Bedroom A1A1BR,1BA$1,640
SpectrumStudioStudio,1BA$1,673
Shirlington HouseS1CStudio,1BA$1,680
Infinity ApartmentsAlpha Classic1BR,1BA$1,730

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shirlington, VA

As of August 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Shirlington area is the $1.99 price per square foot Three Bedroom Townhome C2.5T Model at Newport Village in the in the Shirlington neighborhood starting from $3,069. The second greatest value Shirlington apartment is the Arlington Model at Arrive 2801 starting at $2,328 with a $2.20 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 Townhome C2.5T3BR,2.5BA$1.99
Arrive 2801Arlington1BR,1BA$2.20
Infinity ApartmentsCentury Renovated2BR,1BA$2.53
4531 28th Rd S, Unit Apt C4531 28th Rd S2BR,1BA$2.78
Dolley Madison Towers2x12BR,1BA$2.48
Lloyd Apartments2E2BR,1BA$2.60
Shelton Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.65
Fort Henry Gardens2 Bedroom Townhouse2BR,1BA$2.88
The Encore11a *Newly Renovated Homes Available1BR,1BA$2.50
Park Shirlington1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.56

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Shirlington, Arlington, VA

Ranked #70

Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Shirlington

What type of rentals are currently available in Shirlington?

There are currently 93 Apartments for Rent in Shirlington, VA with pricing that ranges from $1,573 to $4,925. There are also 54 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Shirlington ranging from $1,300 to $7,500.

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 $1,300 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,060.

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 $4,925, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,950 to $4,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,775 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,870.

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