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 Jun / 2026, the average rent in Alexandria is $2,202 per month, a 1.2% decrease from last years average of $2,229.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Alexandria?

In Alexandria, studios rent for $1,577 per month, one-bedroom units average $2,000 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $2,492 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,861 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 1,043 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,272 sq. ft.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Alexandria?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Alexandria are Braddock Road Metro ($2,811/month), Southwest Quadrant ($2,830/month), and Old Town North Alexandria ($3,791/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 38% 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.

Q: What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Alexandria?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Alexandria include Arlandria ($1,562/month), Old Town Alexandria ($1,632/month), and Clover ($1,662/month), all below the citywide average of $2,202.

Last updated: August 01, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Alexandria is $2,202, a 1.2% decrease compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $2,229.

Studio Apartments at $1,577 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 $2,000, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-bedroom units at $2,492 offer 1,043 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,272 sq ft) for $2,861, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Alexandria, VA

Last updated: August 01, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$2,202	862 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,577	482 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$2,000	734 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$2,492	1,043 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,861	1,272 sq. ft.

Alexandria, VA rent trends

Rental prices in Alexandria, VA have decreased by 1.2% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,229 to $2,202.

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

The largest share of rentals in Alexandria, VA (38%) 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?

44,031 or 58% of the households in Alexandria, VA are renter-occupied while 32,065 or 42% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Alexandria?

Arlandria $1,562/month

Old Town Alexandria $1,632/month

Clover $1,662/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $2,202/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Alexandria?

Braddock Road Metro $2,811/month

Southwest Quadrant $2,830/month

Old Town North Alexandria $3,791/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	$3,791
Southwest Quadrant	$2,830
Braddock Road Metro	$2,811
Eisenhower East	$2,676
Eisenhower Ave	$2,607
Potomac Yard	$2,594
Del Ray	$2,259
Warwick	$2,158
Hume Springs	$2,124
Alexandria West	$2,088
Landmark - Van Dorn	$2,052
Seminary Hill	$1,984
Clover	$1,662
Old Town Alexandria	$1,632
Arlandria	$1,562

Alexandria | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Alexandria West is 34% higher than in Arlandria

$2,088

Alexandria West rent is 5% lower than Alexandria average

Average Rent $2,088

$1,562

Arlandria rent is 29% lower than Alexandria average

Average Rent $1,562

How Alexandria Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Alexandria	$2,202
Richmond	$1,630
Arlington	$2,713
Charlottesville	$2,176
Newport News	$1,451
Virginia Beach	$1,813
Norfolk	$1,640
Henrico	$1,620
Woodbridge	$2,107
Fairfax	$2,361
Falls Church	$2,340
Washington, DC	$2,446
Suitland, MD	$1,790
Mc Lean, VA	$2,782
Capitol Heights, MD	$1,506
District Heights, MD	$1,482
Vienna, VA	$2,523
Springfield, VA	$2,186
Oxon Hill, MD	$1,763
Fort Washington, MD	$1,642
Temple Hills, MD	$1,584

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.