
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Upper Potomac Neighborhood of Reston, VA from $1,000 (28 Rentals)
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1702 Ascot Way, Unit 1702 Ascot Way, Unit 1702 Ascot Way

Haven Reston Affordable Apartments

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Fairway Apartments

11705 Summerchase Cir

Charter Oak Apartments

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Avalon Reston Landing
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The Apartments at The Sycamores

Waterside at Reston

11800 Sunset Hills Rd

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Exo

11606 Vantage Hill Rd

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12025 Town Square St, Unit SI FL6-ID836

1719 Ascot Way
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11602 Vantage Hill Rd

1793 Jonathan Way

Harrison at Reston Town Center

11232 Chestnut Grove Square

11990 Market St

11800 Sunset Hills Rd, Unit 726, Unit 726

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12025 Town Square St, Unit SI FL8-ID838
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12025 Town Square St, Unit SI FL11-ID830

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11850 Freedom Dr, Unit SI FL12-ID846

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1645 Oak Spring Way
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Upper Potomac, Reston, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Upper Potomac?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Potomac Studio Apartments | $2,138 | $1,865 | $2,435 |
| Upper Potomac 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,645 | $1,500 | $7,698 |
| Upper Potomac 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,221 | $1,693 | $9,301 |
| Upper Potomac 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,102 | $2,450 | $10,000+ |
| Upper Potomac 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,400 | $3,400 | $3,400 |
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There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Upper Potomac Neighborhood of Reston, VA.
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Cheapest Available Upper Potomac Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Upper Potomac area of Washington, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Haven Reston Affordable Apartments priced from $1,673. Fairway Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,825. Here are the most affordable Upper Potomac apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haven Reston Affordable Apartments | 1BR 1BA 759SQFT 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1,673 |
| Fairway Apartments | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
| Signature Reston Town Center Apartments | Junior 1 Bed | The Nolan I - VI | Studio,1BA | $1,865 |
| Charter Oak Apartments | 1 Bedroom - Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $1,905 |
| Avalon Reston Landing | 818 | 1BR,1BA | $1,938 |
| The Apartments at The Sycamores | 1BR 1BA (725sf) | 1BR,1BA | $1,940 |
| J Harbor Park at North Point | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,033 |
| The Avant at Reston Town Center | A4W120 | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
| Waterside at Reston | 2A | 2BR,1BA | $2,070 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Upper Potomac, VA
As of April 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Upper Potomac area is the $1.50 price per square foot 1715 Ascot Way Unit C Model at 1715 Ascot Way Unit C, Unit C in the in the Reston Town Center neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Upper Potomac apartment is the 1 Bedroom - Upgraded Model at Charter Oak Apartments starting at $1,905 with a $1.98 price per square foot in the Reston Town Center neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Upper Potomac apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1715 Ascot Way Unit C, Unit C | 1715 Ascot Way Unit C | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Charter Oak Apartments | 1 Bedroom - Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Fairway Apartments | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| Haven Reston Affordable Apartments | 1BR 1BA +Den 816SQFT 80% | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| The Apartments at The Sycamores | 1BR 1BA (725sf) | 1BR,1BA | $2.68 |
| The Avant at Reston Town Center | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.58 |
| Exo | A4 PH | 1BR,1BA | $3.72 |
| J Harbor Park at North Point | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| Waterside at Reston | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.10 |
| Avalon Reston Landing | 674 | 1BR,1BA | $2.91 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Upper Potomac Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Upper Potomac?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Upper Potomac is under $2,070.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Upper Potomac?
The cheapest apartment in Upper Potomac is Haven Reston Affordable Apartments which is listed at $1,673, while the average apartment in Upper Potomac costs $3,400.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Upper Potomac?
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 13 regular apartments in Upper Potomac that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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