
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the McLean Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $1,500 (50 Rentals)
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Highgate at the Mile

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Tysons View

The Point at McLean

Haden

Sumner Highlands Apartments

1600 Spring Gate Dr, Unit 2214, Unit 2214

PeachTree of McLean

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eaves Fairfax Towers

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The Rylan
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Lumen

1532 Lincoln Way

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Tysons Glen Apartments and Townhomes

Idylwood Village West

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Brentford at The Mile

1521 Spring Gate Dr.

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7402 Nigh Rd, Unit Basement, Unit Basement

MAA Tysons Corner

INSPO

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The Reserve at Tysons Corner
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1524 Lincoln Way

1536 Lincoln Way

The Jones at Tysons

Dolley Madison at Tysons

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Avalon Tysons Corner

1625 International Dr

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Nouvelle

1543 Lincoln Way

1923 Wilson Ln

8370 Greensboro Dr
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8340 Greensboro Dr

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Heming

The Boro

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5336 Wapakoneta Rd, Unit Wapakoneta Road ADU, Unit Wapakoneta Road ADU

7721 Tremayne Pl

7600 Tremayne Pl, Unit 107, Unit 107

2230 George C Marshall Dr, Unit 922, Unit 922

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The Commons of McLean

1580 Spring Gate Dr.

1600 Spring Gate Dr.
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1601 Spring Gate Dr.

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The Lofts at Park Crest

Suite Home Corporate Housing – Tysons Corner

Furnished Studio-Washington, D.C. - Tysons Corner

2050 Cherri Dr

Spring Hill Apartments

Alister Falls Church

Genova Apartments

1808 Old Meadow Rd, Unit 507, Unit 507

1641 International Dr
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McLean, Washington, DC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in McLean?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| McLean Studio Apartments | $2,035 | $1,505 | $2,965 |
| McLean 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,554 | $1,547 | $6,356 |
| McLean 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,288 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
| McLean 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,189 | $1,912 | $9,708 |
| McLean 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,715 | $8,715 | $8,715 |
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Cheapest Available McLean Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the McLean area of Washington, DC is a Studio unit found at Highgate at the Mile priced from $1,505. Tysons View has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,602. Here are the most affordable McLean apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highgate at the Mile | S2C WDU 80% | Studio,1BA | $1,505 |
| Tysons View | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,602 |
| Haden | F.A01A WDU | 1BR,1BA | $1,764 |
| Sumner Highlands Apartments | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,799 |
| eaves Fairfax Towers | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,853 |
| Lumen | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,906 |
| Tysons Glen Apartments and Townhomes | The Iris | 1BR,1BA | $1,933 |
| Alister Falls Church | A1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,974 |
| Idylwood Village West | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,975 |
| Brentford at The Mile | A201 | 1BR,1BA | $1,993 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in McLean, DC
As of April 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the McLean area is the $2.23 price per square foot 2 bed/ 2 Bath Den-B1D Model at PeachTree of McLean in the in the Madrillon Farms neighborhood starting from $2,508. The second greatest value McLean apartment is the B1 Model at Avalon Tysons Corner starting at $2,927 with a $2.87 price per square foot in the Madrillon Farms neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for McLean apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| PeachTree of McLean | 2 bed/ 2 Bath Den-B1D | 2BR,2BA | $2.23 |
| Avalon Tysons Corner | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.87 |
| The Rylan | A7 | 1BR,1BA | $3.10 |
| The Point at McLean | zC170-WDU (Call for Income Restrictions) | 2BR,2BA | $2.87 |
| The Reserve at Tysons Corner | Armani / Michigan / Orchard | 1BR,1BA | $3.01 |
| Alister Falls Church | A1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| Idylwood Village West | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| MAA Tysons Corner | Traditional 1x1 648-652 SF | 1BR,1BA | $2.98 |
| eaves Fairfax Towers | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.91 |
| Sumner Highlands Apartments | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.90 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap McLean Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in McLean?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in McLean is at Highgate at the Mile listed at $1,505.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom McLean Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom McLean Apartment is $1,662 at Tysons View.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom McLean Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in McLean is starting from $1,982 at Tysons View.
What is the most affordable McLean Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap McLean Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at eaves Fairfax Towers and starts from $2,563.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

A Washington DC Local Expert's Guide to Top Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in the DC Metro
Written by: Steve Lilly
I'm Steve, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Washington, DC.

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Written by: Steve Lilly
I'm Steve, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Washington, D.C.

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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
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