
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Springfield Neighborhood of Springfield, VA from $900 (34 Rentals)
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6524 Greenleaf St

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ReNew Springfield

7416 Erska Woods Court

Lee Valley Apartments

Springfield Gardens

6015 Loretto St

4767 Kandel Ct, Unit Upstairs Medium Bedroom
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6500 Osprey Point Ln

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5806 Pearson Ln

7917 Schuyler Ct

5113 Ravensworth Rd

Key Towers

Mason at Van Dorn

Whitestone at Landmark

Manchester Lakes
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Acclaim at Alexandria

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7803 Greeley Blvd, Unit Greeley Blvd

Landmark Towers

Brent Place

South Port

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Arbor Park of Alexandria

Bren Mar Apartments

Landmark Terrace
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6430 Gildar St

5831 Quantrell Ave

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Bennington Crossings Apartment Homes

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Arrive Alexandria

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4912 Virginia St, Unit Studio Apt

Morris Glen

Edsall Station - Section 8

Oakwood Meadow Senior Residences
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301 N Beauregard St, Unit 122

Edsall Gardens
Central Springfield, Springfield, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Springfield?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Springfield Studio Apartments | $1,750 | $1,425 | $2,561 |
| Central Springfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,979 | $990 | $4,153 |
| Central Springfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,462 | $1,721 | $4,217 |
| Central Springfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,041 | $2,220 | $4,629 |
| Central Springfield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,755 | $8,755 | $8,755 |
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There are currently 34 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Central Springfield Neighborhood of Springfield, VA.
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Cheapest Available Central Springfield Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Springfield area of Washington, VA is a Studio unit found at Key Towers priced from $1,425. Mason at Van Dorn has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,434. Here are the most affordable Central Springfield apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Key Towers | Overton | Studio,1BA | $1,425 |
| Mason at Van Dorn | S1: 0 Bed 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,434 |
| Whitestone at Landmark | The Yellowstone | Studio,1BA | $1,464 |
| Manchester Lakes | The Alexandria Premium Plus (Active Sr. Community) | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
| Acclaim at Alexandria | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| Springfield Gardens | One Bedroom (1A) A | 1BR,1BA | $1,579 |
| Landmark Towers | Studio without Balcony | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
| Brent Place | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,602 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Springfield, VA
As of August 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Springfield area is the $2.35 price per square foot Pentagon-Renovated Model at Cortland Landmark in the in the Central Springfield neighborhood starting from $2,433. The second greatest value Central Springfield apartment is the The Chianti Model at The Tuscany Apartments starting at $2,380 with a $2.31 price per square foot in the Central Springfield neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Springfield apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cortland Landmark | Pentagon-Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| The Tuscany Apartments | The Chianti | 2BR,2BA | $2.31 |
| Bennington Crossings Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.21 |
| Windsor Kingstowne | The Avon (A2) | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Arbor Park of Alexandria | One Bedroom with Den A1BD | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Lerner Morningside | Ashford - Gardens | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Crystal Woods | The Valencia | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| ReNew Springfield | Arlington | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| South Port | 717sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Brent Place | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Springfield Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Central Springfield?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Central Springfield is under $1,602.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central Springfield?
The cheapest apartment in Central Springfield is Manchester Lakes which is listed at $1,525, while the average apartment in Central Springfield costs $2,139.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central Springfield?
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 51 regular apartments in Central Springfield 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 Central Springfield?
Cheap apartments in Central Springfield have an average cost of $320 which is $1,819 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central Springfield.
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