
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Side Neighborhood of McLean, VA from $1,600 (22 Rentals)
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1600 Spring Gate Dr, Unit 2214, Unit 2214

Highgate at the Mile

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The Rylan

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Nouvelle

The Jones at Tysons

1521 Spring Gate Dr.
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Brentford at The Mile

Dolley Madison at Tysons

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Heming

1923 Wilson Ln

Haden

7721 Tremayne Pl

7600 Tremayne Pl, Unit 107, Unit 107
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1808 Old Meadow Rd, Unit 507, Unit 507

1641 International Dr

PeachTree of McLean

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7402 Nigh Rd, Unit Basement, Unit Basement

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The Reserve at Tysons Corner

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Avalon Tysons Corner

2050 Cherri Dr
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Alister Falls Church
East Side, McLean, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Side Studio Apartments | $2,048 | $1,673 | $2,546 |
| East Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,692 | $1,730 | $6,328 |
| East Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,315 | $2,220 | $10,000+ |
| East Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,770 | $1,912 | $6,499 |
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Cheapest Available East Side Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Side area of Washington, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at PeachTree of McLean priced from $1,730. Highgate at the Mile has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,880. Here are the most affordable East Side apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| PeachTree of McLean | 1 Bed/1 Bath-A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,730 |
| Highgate at the Mile | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,880 |
| Nouvelle | 1 Bed/1 Bath - A3HF80 WDU | 1BR,1BA | $1,935 |
| The Jones at Tysons | Studio-A | Studio,1BA | $1,947 |
| Alister Falls Church | A1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,973 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Side, VA
As of April 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Side area is the $3.04 price per square foot C09 Model at The Point at McLean in the in the Madrillon Farms neighborhood starting from $3,172. The second greatest value East Side apartment is the B1 Model at Avalon Tysons Corner starting at $2,962 with a $2.90 price per square foot in the Madrillon Farms neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Point at McLean | C09 | 2BR,2BA | $3.04 |
| Avalon Tysons Corner | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| The Rylan | A7 | 1BR,1BA | $3.10 |
| The Lofts at Park Crest | One Bedroom One Bath (810 SF) | 1BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| PeachTree of McLean | 1 Bed/1 Bath-A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Haden | 1 Bed/1 Bath-T_A02A_B | 1BR,1BA | $3.76 |
| The Reserve at Tysons Corner | Armani / Michigan / Orchard | 1BR,1BA | $3.01 |
| Alister Falls Church | A1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| Nouvelle | 1 Bed/1 Bath - A3HF80 WDU | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| The Jones at Tysons | Studio-A | Studio ,1BA | $3.48 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Side Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Side?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Side is at Highgate at the Mile listed at $1,880.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Side Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Side Apartment is $1,730 at PeachTree of McLean.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Side Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Side is starting from $2,208 at Alister Falls Church.
What is the most affordable East Side Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap East Side Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Alister Falls Church and starts from $3,024.
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