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Alexandria, VA Apartments for Rent

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Frequently asked questions

How expensive is it to rent an apartment in Alexandria, VA?

The median Alexandria, VA rent is $2,404 which is above the national median rent of $1,469. In addition to the rent cost, you need to also account for costs of basic utilities consisting of water, garbage, electric and natural gas. Check with your local Alexandria utilities for estimates.

How many Apartments are available now in Alexandria, VA?

There are currently 5,184 apartments for rent on the Zillow platform in Alexandria, which fluctuated -1.50% over the past 30-days.

How does HotPads make it easier to find an apartment in Alexandria, VA?

HotPads amenity filters and keyword searches allow you to target exactly what you're looking for in the Alexandria, VA area. We surface the largest marketplace of apartment rentals to search through, so you can feel confident you'll find the best available rental in Alexandria. When new apartment listings come on-market, our recommended searches will notify you in real-time, giving you an advantage to contact landlords and property managers as fast as possible.

About Alexandria

Area Information

Located just 6 miles from the center of Washington, DC, Alexandria is an independent city in the state of Virginia with a population of 159,467 as of the 2020 Census.

Living in Alexandria, VA

Just inside the Capitol Beltway (I-495), Alexandria is easily accessible to Washington D.C. by car. By Metro, there are 4 stops including either or both of the Blue or Yellow lines into Washington D.C. The City of Alexandria provides the DASH bus system to move in the city in addition to the Metrobus buses that travel in and out of Washington D.C.

The two main streets in Alexandria are King and Duke.

The historic district of Alexandria, known as Old Town, is famous for its shopping and waterfront restaurants. Many of the restaurants are famous for their fresh seafood, especially closer to the water. Many important historical landmarks are located in Alexandria including Mt. Vernon, George Washington's plantation and historic home, the Torpedo Factory Art Center and the George Washington Masonic Temple.

Rental prices vary depending on the area in Alexandria. Some apartments are fairly cheap, while many homes in the historic district are very pricey.

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Searching for apartments to rent in Alexandria is easy when you utilize HotPads map-based search platform. Browse through 5,184 apartment rentals throughout Alexandria’s neighborhoods. In markets like Alexandria, it’s important to move fast and contact the newest listings ASAP. We make it easy with our one-click contact form so you can quickly send your next inquiry.

We know apartment hunting is personal and everyone has different needs so let HotPads do the heavy lifting by setting your specific filters that include bedroom and bathroom counts, price range, square footage, and many more. Looking for pet friendly rentals or places with in-unit laundry? Just specify in your filters. Or have a tight deadline and need to move before a certain date? Search by availability dates. Want to keep up on the latest rentals available in Alexandria? Save your search filters with the “Save search” button to receive the freshest apartment recommendations as they come on-market.

Look out for apartment rentals with highlighted amenities such as on-site gym and available parking. Or if you’re looking for a deal, find listings that have had ‘Price Drops’ and watch for listings with a "Promo" tag by searching “Promos” within the filters. We’ve also made it easy to find that perfect luxury apartment or affordable rentals by visiting our cheap Alexandria apartments.