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Apartments for Rent in Alexandria, VA under $1500

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    White stove in a kitchen at Monticello at Southern Towers, Alexandria Swimming pool at Monticello at Southern Towers, Virginia, 22311
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    5055 Seminary Rd, Alexandria, VA 22311
    30 Units available
    STUDIO $1,332+
    White stove in a kitchen at Monticello at Southern Towers, Alexandria Swimming pool at Monticello at Southern Towers, Virginia, 22311 Playground at Monticello at Southern Towers, Alexandria, 22311 Tall building at Monticello at Southern Towers, Alexandria
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    • Pets Allowed
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    A Dining Room at Ashlawn at Southern Towers, Alexandria A Spacious Lobby With a Chandelier at Ashlawn at Southern Towers, Alexandria, VA, 22311
    3.0
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    4921 Seminary Rd, Alexandria, VA 22311
    20 Units available
    STUDIO $1,365+
    A Dining Room at Ashlawn at Southern Towers, Alexandria A Spacious Lobby With a Chandelier at Ashlawn at Southern Towers, Alexandria, VA, 22311 The Ashlawn Apartment Complex at Ashlawn at Southern Towers, Alexandria, VA A Spacious Room With Wooden Flooring at Ashlawn at Southern Towers, Virginia, 22311
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    3/5 Patty G. on Sep 3, 2025

    In this building every is money, if you forgot your key you must to pay $150 ...it is ridiculous.

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    Kitchen Appliances at Stratford at Southern Towers, Alexandria, VA Pool Area at Stratford at Southern Towers, Alexandria
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    4901 Seminary Rd, Alexandria, VA 22311
    12 Units available
    STUDIO $1,421+
    Kitchen Appliances at Stratford at Southern Towers, Alexandria, VA Pool Area at Stratford at Southern Towers, Alexandria A large, towering building at Stratford at Southern Towers, Alexandria, 22311 Black Appliances at Stratford at Southern Towers, Alexandria, 22311
    Amenities
    • Pets Allowed
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    A modern kitchen with a dining table and chairs. Spacious Bedroom at Sherwood at Southern Towers, Virginia
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    5001 Seminary Rd, Alexandria, VA 22311
    12 Units available
    STUDIO $1,441+
    A modern kitchen with a dining table and chairs. Spacious Bedroom at Sherwood at Southern Towers, Virginia A large swimming pool at Sherwood at Southern Towers, Alexandria, 22311 A gym with a variety of equipment including treadmills, weights and exercise machines.
    Amenities
    • Pool
    • Hardwood Floors
    • Laundry Facilities
    • Public Transportation
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    Modern kitchen appliances at The Graham at Southern Towers, Alexandria, 22311 Bedroom with ceiling fan at The Graham at Southern Towers, Alexandria, VA, 22311
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    5021 Seminary Rd, Alexandria, VA 22311
    6 Units available
    STUDIO $1,442+
    Modern kitchen appliances at The Graham at Southern Towers, Alexandria, 22311 Bedroom with ceiling fan at The Graham at Southern Towers, Alexandria, VA, 22311 Clubhouse at The Graham at Southern Towers, Alexandria, VA Swimming pool at The Graham at Southern Towers, Virginia, 22311
    Amenities
    • Pets Allowed
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    A kitchen with white cabinets and a stainless steel refrigerator at Riverside Apartments, Alexandria, Virginia A dining room with a table set for a meal at Riverside Apartments, Alexandria, Virginia
    4.5
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    5860 Cameron Run Ter, Alexandria, VA 22303
    Available
    STUDIO $1,406+
    A kitchen with white cabinets and a stainless steel refrigerator at Riverside Apartments, Alexandria, Virginia A dining room with a table set for a meal at Riverside Apartments, Alexandria, Virginia A bedroom with a bed, nightstand, and a lamp at Riverside Apartments, Alexandria, Virginia Swimming Pool at Riverside Apartments, Alexandria, VA, 22303
    Property reviews
    5/5 Issa on Jan 29, 2025

    "I’m really happy with my home at Riverside Apartments. The customer service is amazing—everyone is friendly and helpful. It took a little time to get approved due to the paperwork, but it was worth it. Overall, very satisfied with my experience!"

    5/5 Anonymous on Dec 16, 2024

    Johnny has been super! Made everything seamless even with atypical circumstances. I truley have no worries.

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    Fully Equipped Kitchen at The Aspen, Virginia, 22305 Relax and get refreshed in your spacious bedroom at The Aspen, Alexandria, VA, 22305
    4.5
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    3201 Landover Street, Alexandria, VA 22305
    Available
    STUDIO $1,391+
    Fully Equipped Kitchen at The Aspen, Virginia, 22305 Relax and get refreshed in your spacious bedroom at The Aspen, Alexandria, VA, 22305 Beautiful Swimming Pool at The Aspen, Alexandria Fitness Center at The Aspen, Virginia, 22305
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    5/5 Anonymous on Feb 27, 2023

    So far so good.

    5/5 Fabio v. on Nov 13, 2020

    Ricky just came up and unclogged our dishwasher in about 5 minutes! Great work, friendly, and efficient as always.

  • a living room with a blue wall and a green couch
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    1400 N. Beauregard St., Alexandria, VA 22311
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  • a living room with a glass table and a blue accent wall
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    5510 Ascot Court, Alexandria, VA 22311
    1 BED $1,480+
  • a living room with a dining room table and a couch
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    5797 A Rayburn Ave, Alexandria, VA 22311
    1 BED $1,475+
  • a living room and dining room with a couch and a table
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    3201 Landover Street, Alexandria, VA 22305
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  • A living room with a grey couch and a coffee table.
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    5055 Seminary Rd, Alexandria, VA 22311
    STUDIO $1,332+
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  • a living room with a blue wall and a couch
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    2722 Arlington Drive, Alexandria, VA 22306
    1 BED $1,395+
  • A living room with white furniture and a large window.
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    4701 Kenmore Ave, Alexandria, VA 22304
    STUDIO $1,452+
  • a kitchen with a stove and sink and wooden cabinets
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    3600 Buckman Rd, Alexandria, VA 22309
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    1 BED $1,150
  • a living room with a table and chairs and a couch
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    420 N Van Dorn St., Alexandria, VA 22304
    STUDIO $1,255+
    1 BED $1,480+
  • A kitchen with white cabinets and black countertops.
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    4921 Seminary Rd, Alexandria, VA 22311
    STUDIO $1,365+
  • a living room with couches and chairs and a table
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    1395 Towne Centre Village Dr, Mcdonough, GA 30253
    1 BED $1,276+
    2 BEDS $1,429+
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  • A modern living room with a glass coffee table and a large window.
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    140 South Van Dorn Street, Alexandria, VA 22304
    STUDIO $1,285+
  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
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    1204 S Washington St., Alexandria, VA 22314
    STUDIO $1,415+
  • A red brick building with a tree in front.
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    415 E. Bellefonte Ave, Alexandria, VA 22301
    STUDIO $1,499
  • A living room with a white couch and a wooden table.
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    4901 Seminary Rd, Alexandria, VA 22311
    STUDIO $1,421+
  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a granite counter top.
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    101 N Ripley Street, Alexandria, VA 22304
    1 BED $1,440+
  • A modern living room with a grey sofa and a yellow rug.
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    2875 N Beauregard Street, Alexandria, VA 22311
    1 BED $1,450+
    3 BEDS $1,278+
  • A kitchen with wooden cabinets and a white countertop.
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    7837 Richmond Hwy, Alexandria, VA 22306
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $1,187
    2 BEDS $1,400
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Getting around in Alexandria, VA

20 /100
Car-Dependent
32 /100
Some Transit
32 /100
Somewhat Bikeable
Walk Score®: 20, Transit Score®: 32, Bike Score®: 32

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Alexandria, VA last updated?

Prices and availability in Alexandria, VA were last updated on 17 Nov 2025.

What are the best apartments in Alexandria, VA?

The best apartments in Alexandria, VA are: Riverside Apartments, Sinclaire on Seminary, The Graham at Southern Towers, Monticello at Southern Towers and Stratford at Southern Towers.

What type of rental buildings are in Alexandria, VA?

In Alexandria, 58% of the residents are renting compared to 42% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 48% of Alexandria’s rentals, 48% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 4% are single-family rentals.

Search for apartments in Alexandria, VA under $1,200

There’s more than one way to spend $1,200 on rent in Alexandria, VA, so the first step is to start thinking about what you really want from your new home. Be mindful of what makes you tick. Look for 2 bedroom apartments for rent for less than $1,200 if you want to share your living space and don’t mind being further away from the city center. Search for 3 bedroom apartments if you’re moving in with family or planning to share part of your life and living expenses with more friends. If city bustle is what you live for, you might want to search for a studio or 1 bedroom apartment closer to the city center.

The perfect $1,200 rental near you

Don’t dismiss the idea of a studio just because it sounds small and featureless: studios come in many shapes and sizes, and it only takes a few strikes of creativity to go from drab to lively. If an all-in-one-room apartment spells total lack of privacy for you, have a look at the 1 bedroom apartments for rent in Alexandria, VA. Customize your search by using more RentCafe filters. Decide what amenities you can’t live without and focus your search on the apartments that offer them. Are you bringing in a pet? Narrow your options to pet-friendly apartments for rent. Want more windows so that natural light floods your home? Hardwood floors or plush carpet in the living area? There are 25 apartments for rent below $1,200 in Alexandria, VA for every taste. Decide what you need, stay focused, and you’re bound to find your perfect apartment in no time.

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