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Highlights
- Hardwood floors
- Generous closet space
- In-unit washer and dryer
- Spacious apartment
Location
218 E Mason Ave, Alexandria, VA 22301, USA|Del Ray
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Property Overview
Mason Arms Apartments offers strong overall value, with an expert rating of 8.5/10 and an exceptional 10/10 price score that reflects its competitive pricing for the amenities and location. Residents can expect convenient access to a top-rated elementary school less than half a mile away, along with a high location rating of 9/10 and amenities rating of 8/10. Spacious apartments with hardwood floors, generous closet space, and in-unit washer and dryer, paired with solid quality and trustworthiness scores, make it an appealing and transparent rental option.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby
Floor plans
| 0BR/1.0BA | Studio | 1 bath | 395+ sqft | $1,550 /mo | 2 units available | Our residents have quick access to the best of the surrounding DC community. Mason Arms Apartments offers an excellent apartment complex in the great Del Ray area. Our residents have access to premier shops, diverse dining options, and a vibrant nightlife providing a distinctive living experience. Less than 10 blocks from Braddock Road Metro, whether you’re just starting out, at the height of your career, or new to the area, Mason Arms welcomes you to one of Alexandria’s most highly rated apartment communities. Every first Thursday of the month, Del Ray has a festival with activities, food samples, and many other attractions. Our studio is 438 square feet with hardwood floors and large closet space. | |
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 813 sqft | $2,495 /mo | 2 units available | Our residents have quick access to the best of the surrounding DC community. Mason Arms Apartments offers an excellent apartment complex in the great Del Ray area. Our residents have access to premier shops, diverse dining options, and a vibrant nightlife providing a distinctive living experience. Less than 10 blocks from Braddock Road Metro, whether you’re just starting out, at the height of your career, or new to the area, Mason Arms welcomes you to one of Alexandria’s most highly rated apartment communities. Every first Thursday of the month, Del Ray has a festival with activities, food samples, and many other attractions. Our 2 bedroom apartment is 813 square feet with hardwood floors and large closet space. |
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Amenities for Mason Arms Apartments
Apartment Amenities
| Gas Included | Sewer Included |
| Water Included |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry | Washer and Dryer |
Services
| Trash Included |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
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Building details
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| Units | 38 |
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About Mason Arms Apartments
Our residents have quick access to the best of the surrounding DC community. Mason Arms Apartments offers an excellent apartment complex in the great Del Ray area. Our residents have access to premier shops, diverse dining options, and a vibrant nightlife providing a distinctive living experience. Less than 10 blocks from Braddock Road Metro, whether you’re just starting out, at the height of your career, or new to the area, Mason Arms welcomes you to one of Alexandria’s most highly rated apartment communities. Every first Thursday of the month, Del Ray has a festival with activities, food samples, and many other attractions. Our studio is 438 square feet with hardwood floors and large closet space.
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.8
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Mason Arms Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Mason Arms Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Mason Arms Apartments offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Mason Arms Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including gas included. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Mason Arms Apartments receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Mason Arms Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·7A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust Mason Arms Apartments to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Mason Arms Apartments provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How Mason Arms Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.5 mile away
Considerations
- Grow a garden indoors
- A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
- No in-unit dishwasher
- Dishwashers aren't available
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Rent trends in Del Ray
Studio apartments at Mason Arms Apartments cost about 14% less than the average rent price for studios in Del Ray.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Mason Arms Apartments to be 17% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Del Ray.
Median rents as of May 9 2026.
Del Ray
Alexandria
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $1,656 |
| June 2024 | $1,669 |
| July 2024 | $1,655 |
| August 2024 | $1,621 |
| September 2024 | $1,668 |
| October 2024 | $1,628 |
| November 2024 | $1,618 |
| December 2024 | $1,690 |
| January 2025 | $1,777 |
| February 2025 | $1,844 |
| March 2025 | $1,944 |
| April 2025 | $2,004 |
| May 2025 | $2,029 |
| June 2025 | $2,019 |
| July 2025 | $2,006 |
| August 2025 | $1,985 |
| September 2025 | $1,920 |
| October 2025 | $1,852 |
| November 2025 | $1,838 |
| December 2025 | $1,741 |
| January 2026 | $1,862 |
| February 2026 | $1,822 |
| March 2026 | $1,806 |
| April 2026 | $1,810 |
| May 2026 | $1,884 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | $1,681 |
| August 2024 | $1,660 |
| September 2024 | $1,575 |
| November 2024 | $1,717 |
| January 2025 | $1,598 |
| February 2025 | $1,740 |
| March 2025 | $1,794 |
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Can I afford to live at 218 E Mason Ave?
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Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near Mason Arms Apartments
Montessori Public School of Arlington
701 s highland st
arlington, VA, 22204
PK, K-5Public
A-
Ferdinand T. Day Elementary
1701 n beauregard st
alexandria, VA, 22311
PK, K-5Public
C
Early Childhood Center
5651 rayburn ave
alexandria, VA, 22311
PKPublic
Excel Academy
2501 martin luther king jr ave se
washington, DC, 20020
PK, K-8Public
C
Integration Station
4420 fairfax dr
arlington, VA, 22203
PKPublic
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Getting around Alexandria near 218 E Mason Ave
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 218 E Mason Ave, Alexandria
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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