Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on June 15, 2026
Average rent in
Alexandria, VA
Average rent in
Last updated on June 15, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Alexandria rent stands today
Alexandria, VA rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $2,600/month. Month-to-month rent is essentially flat, indicating stability in the market.
Compared to national trends
Alexandria runs roughly 1.3× the $1,950/month national median, placing it among pricier East Coast metros. The market offers 298 total rentals, reflecting a moderate inventory size for this tier.
Price ranges
Studios in Alexandria rent for around $1,918/month, 1-bedrooms at $2,280/month, and 2-bedrooms at $2,920/month, with 4+ bedrooms reaching $5,850/month. Houses command a median of $3,800/month compared to $2,395/month for apartments, giving renters distinct options by property type.
Neighborhood spotlight
Dyes Oakcrest saw rents fall 34.2% year over year to $2,300/month across 12 rentals, while Southwest Quadrant and Arlandria also cooled by over 29%. This contrasts with the citywide flat trend and shows localized declines in these neighborhoods.
Median rent
Median rent in Alexandria
$2,600/mo
1%vs previous year
The average rent in Alexandria is $2,600 per month as of June 2026. This is 33% above the national average rent, or $650 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Alexandria
298
for rent on Zumper.com as of June 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Alexandria rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Alexandria, VA
Average rent prices in Alexandria have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 1% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Alexandria, VA
Rent prices in Alexandria vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Alexandria is $2,395, whereas a house costs $3,800. 1-bedroom apartments in Alexandria run $2,300 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,925.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,917 | 2% | 5% | |
1 bedroom | $2,280 | No Change | No Change | |
2 bedroom | $2,920 | 1% |  2% | |
3 bedroom | $3,900 | 1% | No Change | |
4 bedroom | $5,850 | 1% | 1% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Arlandria | $2,399 | |
Braddock Road Metro | $2,507 | |
Brookville Seminary Valley | $2,182 | |
Del Ray | $3,500 | |
Eisenhower East Carlyle District | $2,577 | |
Larchmont Village Apartments West | $1,726 | |
London Park Apartments | $2,200 | |
Old Town | $2,800 | |
Old Town North | $3,321 | |
Potomac Yard Potomac Greens | $2,890 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $2,395 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $2,450 | 1% | No Change | |
Houses | $3,800 | No Change | No Change | |
Rooms | $1,000 | 30% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,917
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
5%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$2,280
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
No Change
2 bedroom
Average rent
$2,920
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
2%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$3,900
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
No Change
4 bedroom
Average rent
$5,850
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
1%
Braddock Road Metro
Average rent
$2,507
Potomac Yard Potomac Greens
Average rent
$2,890
Eisenhower East Carlyle District
Average rent
$2,577
Old Town
Average rent
$2,800
Larchmont Village Apartments West
Average rent
$1,726
Old Town North
Average rent
$3,321
Del Ray
Average rent
$3,500
London Park Apartments
Average rent
$2,200
Brookville Seminary Valley
Average rent
$2,182
Arlandria
Average rent
$2,399
Apartments
Average rent
$2,395
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$2,450
Last 30 days
1%
Houses
Average rent
$3,800
Last 30 days
No Change
Rooms
Average rent
$1,000
Last 30 days
30%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Alexandria, VA, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Alexandria, VA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Alexandria and Annandale by all bedroom counts and property types.
Alexandria
33%higher than the national median
65%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Alexandria, VA is 19% lower than the median rent in Annandale, VA.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$3,212
5%$2,825
3%$3,740
6%$2,950
10%$2,695
6%$2,795
4%$3,300
9%$4,875
4%$2,000
2%$3,200
5%$1,708
3%$2,520
5%Cost of living in Alexandria, VA
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 8% higher |
| Groceries | 11% higher |
| Health | 11% higher |
| Housing | 72% higher |
| Transportation | 2% higher |
| Utilities | 6% lower |
Discover rentals in Alexandria, VA
1d ago
1400 N Beauregard St, Alexandria, VA 22311
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,265–$2,897
Apartment for rent
1d ago
935 N Van Dorn St, Alexandria, VA 22304
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,271–$4,370
Apartment for rent
2d ago
441 N Armistead St, Alexandria, VA 22312
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,304–$3,691
Price drop
Apartment for rent
7h ago
5510 Ascot Ct, Alexandria, VA 22311
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,379–$3,440
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Potomac Yard - Potomac Greens house for rent in Alexandria
2700 Main Line Blvd #224, Alexandria, VA 22301
2 beds
2 baths
$11,595
House for rent
5d+ ago
Potomac Yard - Potomac Greens house for rent in Alexandria
2700 Main Line Blvd #811, Alexandria, VA 22301
1 bed
1 bath
$9,095
House for rent
2d ago
Old Town townhouse for rent in Alexandria
3 beds
2.5 baths
$8,528
House for rent
5d+ ago
Old Town apartment for rent in Alexandria
4 beds
3.5 baths
$8,400
Apartment for rent
12h ago
Verified
2201 Mill Rd, Alexandria, VA 22314
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,144–$4,776
Apartment for rent
21h ago
Verified
5000 Eisenhower Ave, Alexandria, VA 22304
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,937–$3,341
Price drop
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
140 S Van Dorn St, Alexandria, VA 22304
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,435–$4,194
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
1225 First St, Alexandria, VA 22314
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,905–$4,275
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
140 S Van Dorn St, Alexandria, VA 22304
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,435–$4,194
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
Studio
1 bath
$1,331
Apartment for rent
Available May 9
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$1,635
Apartment for rent
Available May 9
3d ago
Verified
1215 N Fayette St, Alexandria, VA 22314
1 bed
1 bath
$2,395–$2,897
Apartment for rent
12h ago
Verified
2201 Mill Rd, Alexandria, VA 22314
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,144–$4,776
Apartment for rent
21h ago
Verified
5000 Eisenhower Ave, Alexandria, VA 22304
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,937–$3,341
Price drop
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
1225 First St, Alexandria, VA 22314
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,905–$4,275
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
3700 Richmond Hwy, Alexandria, VA 22305
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,892–$3,566
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Alexandria, VA
Quick answers to common questions about the Alexandria rental market.
How much is rent in Alexandria?
The average rent in Alexandria is $2,600 per month as of June 13, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Alexandria?
Average rent prices in Alexandria have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 1% since last year.
How does Alexandria rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Alexandria is 33% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $650 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Alexandria?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Alexandria are Larchmont Village Apartments West ($1,726/mo), Brookville Seminary Valley ($2,182/mo), and London Park Apartments ($2,200/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Alexandria?
To comfortably afford rent in Alexandria, you'd need to earn approximately $104,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Alexandria?
Alexandria's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $2,300 per month, while two-bedroom units average around $2,900 monthly. These figures represent a citywide average across all property types in this Virginia city near Washington, D.C.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).