What is the average apartment size in Alexandria?

The average size for a Alexandria, VA apartment is 862 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Alexandria?

As of Sep / 2025, the average rent in Alexandria is $2,185 per month, a 0.63% decrease from last year’s average of $2,199.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Alexandria?

In Alexandria, studios rent for $1,592 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,985 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $2,480 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,696 per month

What is the average apartment size in Alexandria?

The typical apartment in Alexandria offers about 862 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Alexandria?

Studio apartments in Alexandria average 482 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 734 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,040 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,266 sq. ft.

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Alexandria?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Alexandria include Arlandria ($1,620/month), Clover ($1,638/month), and Old Town Alexandria ($1,639/month), all below the citywide average of $2,185.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Alexandria?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Alexandria are Braddock Road Metro ($2,713/month), Potomac Yard ($2,750/month), and Old Town North Alexandria ($3,556/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

Alexandria, VA Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Alexandria?

The typical rent budget in Alexandria ranges from $1,501 to $2,000 per month, with 36% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Alexandria?

In Alexandria, 58% of households rent while 42% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: October 19, 2025 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Alexandria is $2,185, a 0.63% decrease compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $2,199.

Studio Apartments at $1,592 offer the most budget-friendly option with 482 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 734 square feet for $1,985, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $2,480 offer 1,040 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,266 sq ft) for $2,696, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Alexandria, VA

Last updated: October 19, 2025

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$2,185	862 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,592	482 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,985	734 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$2,480	1,040 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,696	1,266 sq. ft.

Alexandria, VA rent trends

Rental prices in Alexandria, VA have decreased by 0.63% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,199 to $2,185.

What's the typical rent budget in Alexandria, VA?

The largest share of rentals in Alexandria, VA (36%) fall between $1,501-$2,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Alexandria, VA?

43,675 or 58% of the households in Alexandria, VA are renter-occupied while 31,674 or 42% are owner-occupied.

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Most affordable neighborhoods in Alexandria?

Arlandria $1,620/month

Clover $1,638/month

Old Town Alexandria $1,639/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $2,185/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Alexandria?

Braddock Road Metro $2,713/month

Potomac Yard $2,750/month

Old Town North Alexandria $3,556/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Alexandria, VA By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Old Town North Alexandria	$3,556
Potomac Yard	$2,750
Braddock Road Metro	$2,713
Southwest Quadrant	$2,711
Eisenhower East	$2,678
Eisenhower Ave	$2,649
Del Ray	$2,249
Warwick	$2,162
Hume Springs	$2,127
Alexandria West	$2,115
Landmark - Van Dorn	$2,048
Seminary Hill	$1,941
Old Town Alexandria	$1,639
Clover	$1,638
Arlandria	$1,620

Alexandria | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Alexandria West is 31% higher than in Arlandria

$2,115

Alexandria West rent is 3% lower than Alexandria average

Average Rent $2,115

$1,620

Arlandria rent is 26% lower than Alexandria average

Average Rent $1,620

How Alexandria Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Alexandria	$2,185
Richmond	$1,573
Arlington	$2,664
Charlottesville	$2,073
Norfolk	$1,557
Newport News	$1,405
Virginia Beach	$1,738
Woodbridge	$2,063
Henrico	$1,599
Fairfax	$2,381
Falls Church	$2,338
Washington, DC	$2,529
Mc Lean, VA	$2,830
Suitland, MD	$1,788
Capitol Heights, MD	$1,560
Springfield, VA	$2,195
Fort Washington, MD	$1,616
Vienna, VA	$2,489
District Heights, MD	$1,501
Oxon Hill, MD	$1,727
Annandale, VA	$2,213

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Alexandria apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.