
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Franconia, VA from $1,000 (31 Rentals)
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5205 Cannes Ct

8520 Springfield Oaks Dr

127 S Jordan St, Unit Downstairs Bedroom

Broadstone Van Dorn

Brent Place
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Mason at Van Dorn

London Park Towers Apartments

Key Towers

Brookdale at Mark Center Apartment Homes

Whitestone at Landmark

Lynbrook at Mark Center Apartment Homes

Acclaim at Alexandria
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Elme Alexandria

South Port

Arbor Park of Alexandria

Landmark Towers

6372 8th Cir

8502 Kernon Ct
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5812 Apsley House Ct

7611 Kingsbury Rd

7357 Crestleigh Cir

6172 Morning Glory Rd
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Franconia, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Franconia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franconia Studio Apartments | $1,496 | $1,300 | $2,170 |
| Franconia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,862 | $1,100 | $3,437 |
| Franconia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,262 | $1,621 | $3,705 |
| Franconia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,649 | $1,709 | $3,759 |
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Cheapest Available Franconia Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Franconia, VA is a Studio unit found at Broadstone Van Dorn in the Alexandria West neighborhood priced from $1,300. Brent Place in the Central Springfield neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,302. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Franconia apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broadstone Van Dorn | Caas | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| Brent Place | Brent 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,302 |
| Mason at Van Dorn | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,322 |
| Lynbrook at Mark Center Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 680 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Whitestone at Landmark | The Redstone | 1BR,1BA | $1,505 |
| Acclaim at Alexandria | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| Elme Alexandria | 1 Bed | 1 Bath - A1C | 1BR,1BA | $1,567 |
| South Port | 732sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1,590 |
| Arbor Park of Alexandria | One Bedroom A1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,590 |
| Brookdale at Mark Center Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 680 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Franconia, VA and Nearby
As of November 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Franconia area is the $1.85 price per square foot 2 Bedrooms + 2 Baths Model at London Park Towers Apartments in the in the Alexandria West neighborhood starting from $2,430. The second greatest value Franconia apartment is the The Bristol Model at The Reserve at Eisenhower starting at $2,320 with a $2.02 price per square foot in the Maple Grove Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Franconia apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| London Park Towers Apartments | 2 Bedrooms + 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.85 |
| The Reserve at Eisenhower | The Bristol | 2BR,2BA | $2.02 |
| Landmark Towers | Large One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| Edlandria | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.10 |
| Woodmont Park Apartments | 2 Bedrooms + 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $2.05 |
| The Summit | Design 1A15 | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.01 |
| Key Towers | Monticello | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Willow Run at Mark Center Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Arbor Park of Alexandria | One Bedroom A1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Brent Place | Brent 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleFranconia, VA
Ranked #515
Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around Franconia, VA
Walk Score®
61 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
58 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
37 / 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 Franconia Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Franconia?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Franconia is at Broadstone Van Dorn listed at $1,300.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Franconia Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Franconia Apartment is $1,302 at Brent Place.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Franconia Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Franconia is starting from $1,621 at Brent Place.
What is the most affordable Franconia Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Franconia Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Brent Place and starts from $1,920.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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