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Highlights
- Hardwood floors
- Large closet space
Location
218 E Mason Ave, Alexandria, VA 22301, USA|Del Ray
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Property Overview
Mason Arms Apartments offers an overall strong appeal with a Zumper expert rating of 8.6, reflecting its desirability for renters. The property features hardwood floors and ample closet space, enhancing its attractiveness. With a perfect price rating of 10, a location score of 9, and a commendable amenities rating of 8, it stands out in the market, ensuring a balanced lifestyle complemented by transparency and trustworthiness in its management.
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
High school nearby
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 813+ sqft | $2,495 /mo | 2 units available | Discover the best of Alexandria living at Mason Arms Apartments, ideally located in the heart of the sought-after Del Ray neighborhood. Residents enjoy unbeatable access to boutique shopping, diverse dining, and a vibrant local scene that creates a truly distinctive lifestyle. Just minutes from the Braddock Road Metro (less than 10 blocks away), Mason Arms offers effortless commuting and convenience whether you’re new to the area, advancing in your career, or simply looking for a place you’ll love to call home. This spacious 2-bedroom, 847 sq. ft. apartment features hardwood floors, generous closet space, and an in-unit washer and dryer for maximum comfort and convenience. Water, gas, trash, and sewer are all included in the rent, making this an exceptional value in one of Alexandria’s most desirable communities. |
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Amenities for Mason Arms Apartments
Apartment Amenities
| Gas Included | Sewer Included |
| Water Included |
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.
Policies and fees
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Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 38 |
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About Mason Arms Apartments
Discover the best of Alexandria living at Mason Arms Apartments, ideally located in the heart of the sought-after Del Ray neighborhood. Residents enjoy unbeatable access to boutique shopping, diverse dining, and a vibrant local scene that creates a truly distinctive lifestyle. Just minutes from the Braddock Road Metro (less than 10 blocks away), Mason Arms offers effortless commuting and convenience whether you’re new to the area, advancing in your career, or simply looking for a place you’ll love to call home. This spacious 2-bedroom, 847 sq. ft. apartment features hardwood floors, generous closet space, and an in-unit washer and dryer for maximum comfort and convenience. Water, gas, trash, and sewer are all included in the rent, making this an exceptional value in one of Alexandria’s most desirable communities.
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.
8.6
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Mason Arms Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Mason Arms Apartments is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
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·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.
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
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 0.4 mile away
- Grow a garden indoors
- A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
- No in-unit dishwasher
- Dishwashers aren't available
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Rent trends in Del Ray
2-bedroom apartments at Mason Arms Apartments cost about 13% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Del Ray.
Median rents as of Jan 31 2026.
Del Ray
Alexandria
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $1,595 |
| March 2024 | $1,796 |
| April 2024 | $1,644 |
| May 2024 | $1,618 |
| 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 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $1,548 |
| March 2024 | $1,800 |
| April 2024 | $1,614 |
| 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?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $99,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,495.
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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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