
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Yorktown Neighborhood of Arlington, VA from $600 (41 Rentals)
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Terwilliger Place

Wood Lee Arms

The Carlin Senior Apartment Community

Gates of Ballston

6214 Langston Blvd, Unit Joe Colley

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Yorktown, Arlington, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Yorktown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yorktown Studio Apartments | $2,005 | $1,250 | $3,600 |
| Yorktown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,583 | $1,450 | $5,940 |
| Yorktown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,415 | $1,719 | $5,872 |
| Yorktown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,944 | $2,405 | $8,040 |
| Yorktown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,994 | $4,405 | $5,568 |
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There are currently 41 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Yorktown Neighborhood of Arlington, VA.
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Cheapest Available Yorktown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Yorktown area of Washington, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Terwilliger Place priced from $1,453. Gates of Ballston has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,578. Here are the most affordable Yorktown apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terwilliger Place | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,453 |
| Gates of Ballston | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,578 |
| Lee Heights Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
| Cavalier Club | Studio 1Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,648 |
| Falls Green | Studio-SCOA | Studio,1BA | $1,687 |
| Waverly Village | SD | 1BR,1BA | $1,704 |
| Wood Lee Arms | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,755 |
| Merrill House Apartments | S3 | Studio,1BA | $1,820 |
| The Horizons | Studio, 1 Bath 500 SF 01 | Studio,1BA | $1,876 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Yorktown, VA
As of December 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Yorktown area is the $2.43 price per square foot 2x3 Den Model at Thomas Place in the in the Maywood neighborhood starting from $3,450. The second greatest value Yorktown apartment is the Residence 121,221,321,421 Model at Cherry Hill Apartments starting at $3,585 with a $2.54 price per square foot in the Maywood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Yorktown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Place | 2x3 Den | 3BR,3BA | $2.43 |
| Cherry Hill Apartments | Residence 121,221,321,421 | 3BR,3BA | $2.54 |
| Birchwood | 2x2 Den | 2BR,2BA | $2.30 |
| Quincy Plaza | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.40 |
| Ballston Garden Apartments | 3 bed / 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.22 |
| The Amelia | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.58 |
| 5114 19th Rd N, Unit B | 5114 19th Rd N | 2BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| 6214 Langston Blvd, Unit Joe Colley | 6214 Langston Blvd | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Wood Lee Arms | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Terwilliger Place | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleYorktown, Arlington, VA
Ranked #49
Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Yorktown Neighborhood in Arlington, VA
Walk Score®
90 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
71 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
45 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Yorktown Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Yorktown?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Yorktown is under $1,876.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Yorktown?
The cheapest apartment in Yorktown is Terwilliger Place which is listed at $1,453, while the average apartment in Yorktown costs $4,986.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Yorktown?
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 37 regular apartments in Yorktown 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 Yorktown?
Cheap apartments in Yorktown have an average cost of $243 which is $4,743 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Yorktown.
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