
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Upper Potomac Neighborhood of Reston, VA from $1,000 (20 Rentals)
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1700 Ascot Way

Waterside at Reston

Charter Oak Apartments

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Avalon Reston Landing
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11800 Sunset Hills Rd

Harrison at Reston Town Center

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12025 Town Square St, Unit GO FL6-ID836
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Island Walk

1700 Ascot Way

1510 Summerchase Ct

Lake Anne House
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1441 Northgate Square, Unit 12B

1404 Church Hill Pl
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 | $2,500 | $2,419 | $2,570 |
| Upper Potomac 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,610 | $1,628 | $8,090 |
| Upper Potomac 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,440 | $1,708 | $9,410 |
| Upper Potomac 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,810 | $2,615 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 20 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 $1,613. Waterside at Reston has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,782. 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 1 BA 728SQFT 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1,613 |
| Waterside at Reston | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,782 |
| Fairway Apartments | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,830 |
| J Harbor Park at North Point | A1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,898 |
| Avalon Reston Landing | 674 | 1BR,1BA | $1,951 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Upper Potomac, VA
As of July 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Upper Potomac area is the $2.22 price per square foot 1 Bedroom - Renovated Model at Charter Oak Apartments in the in the Reston Town Center neighborhood starting from $2,135. The second greatest value Upper Potomac apartment is the 2A Model at Waterside at Reston starting at $2,340 with a $2.64 price per square foot in the Sterling Park 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charter Oak Apartments | 1 Bedroom - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Waterside at Reston | 2A | 2BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| Fairway Apartments | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| Harrison at Reston Town Center | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.48 |
| Haven Reston Affordable Apartments | 1BR 1BA 728SQFT 80% | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| The Apartments at The Sycamores | 1BR 1BA (725sf) | 1BR,1BA | $2.91 |
| The Avant at Reston Town Center | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.51 |
| Exo | A1 PH | 1BR,1BA | $3.72 |
| J Harbor Park at North Point | A1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| Avalon Reston Landing | 674 | 1BR,1BA | $2.89 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Upper Potomac Apartments
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 $1,613, while the average apartment in Upper Potomac costs $3,439.
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 14 regular apartments in Upper Potomac 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 Upper Potomac?
Cheap apartments in Upper Potomac have an average cost of $277 which is $3,162 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Upper Potomac.
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