
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bel Air Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $1,000 (45 Rentals)
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Barcroft Plaza Apartments

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The Jefferson, an Eagle Rock Community

6004 Columbia Pike

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Monticello Falls Church

3045 Patrick Henry Dr

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The Glen

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Winter Hill

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3505 Alpha Pl

2839 Kalmia Lee Ct, Unit A-301
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Bel Air, Washington, DC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bel Air?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bel Air Studio Apartments | $1,924 | $1,268 | $6,278 |
| Bel Air 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,342 | $1,041 | $6,563 |
| Bel Air 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,317 | $1,743 | $8,021 |
| Bel Air 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,345 | $2,478 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 45 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Bel Air Neighborhood of Washington, DC.
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Cheapest Available Bel Air Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bel Air area of Washington, DC is a 1 Bed unit found at Olde Salem Village priced from $1,041. Broadfalls has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,326. Here are the most affordable Bel Air apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olde Salem Village | Studio | S01 | 1BR,1BA | $1,041 |
| Broadfalls | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,326 |
| The Jefferson, an Eagle Rock Community | Independence | Studio,1BA | $1,432 |
| Hillwood Manor Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,523 |
| Winter Hill Senior Apartments | Upstairs Unit | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Barcroft Plaza Apartments | 1 Bedroom + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,598 |
| Monticello Falls Church | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,599 |
| The Glen | Studio, 1 Bathroom, E-Reno | Studio,1BA | $1,665 |
| Munson Hill | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,710 |
| Coralain Gardens | Studio - Affordable 60% | Studio,1BA | $1,722 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bel Air, DC
As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bel Air area is the $2.39 price per square foot 3x1.5 1100 sf Model at Fairmont Gardens in the in the Annandale neighborhood starting from $2,629. The second greatest value Bel Air apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Fairfield Crossing Apartments starting at $2,315 with a $2.23 price per square foot in the Westwood Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bel Air apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairmont Gardens | 3x1.5 1100 sf | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.39 |
| Fairfield Crossing Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Cortland at Falls Church | Hillwood | 2BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| Mayfair House | Renovated 1Bd Middle Leve | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| Cavalier Club | 1Bedroom 1Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Barcroft Plaza Apartments | 1 Bedroom + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| Hillwood Manor Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| The Jefferson, an Eagle Rock Community | Independence | Studio ,1BA | $2.20 |
| Broadfalls | Efficiency | Studio ,1BA | $2.41 |
| Olde Salem Village | Studio | S01 | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bel Air Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Bel Air?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Bel Air is under $1,722.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bel Air?
The cheapest apartment in Bel Air is Olde Salem Village which is listed at $1,041, while the average apartment in Bel Air costs $4,447.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bel Air?
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 11 regular apartments in Bel Air 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 Bel Air?
Cheap apartments in Bel Air have an average cost of $242 which is $4,205 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bel Air.
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