Last updated on July 30, 2026

Average rent in
Alexandria, VA

Key takeaways for renters

  • Where Alexandria rent stands today

    Alexandria, VA rent slipped 2.2% year over year, with a current median of $2,595/month. Renters today are paying $100 less per month on average than last year despite a 1.8% month-over-month increase in July 2026.

  • Alexandria rent is 34.5% more expensive than the national median of $1,930/month, positioning it as a pricier metro with 302 total rentals available across the city.

  • Price ranges

    Studios in Alexandria rent for about $1,922/month, 1-bedrooms for $2,216/month, and 2-bedrooms for $2,949/month, with 3-bedrooms at $3,750/month and 4+ bedrooms reaching $5,650/month. This range reflects the diversity of rental options by bedroom count in the city.

  • Neighborhood spotlight

    Stonegate rents fell 58.3% year over year to $2,065/month across 13 rentals, a larger decline compared to the citywide drop of 2.2%. This indicates a significant local change distinct from the broader Alexandria market.

Median rent

Median rent in Alexandria

$2,595/mo

decreased by2%

vs previous year

The average rent in Alexandria is $2,595 per month as of July 2026. This is 34% above the national average rent, or $665 more per month.

$2.31

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in Alexandria

302

for rent on Zumper.com as of July 2026

Rent price distribution

Share of Alexandria rentals at each price point

60%45%30%15%0%
$0 - $1,500
$1,501 - $3,000
$3,001 - $4,500
$4,501 - $6,000
$6,001 - $50,000

Rent trends in Alexandria, VA

Average rent prices in Alexandria have increased by 2% over the last month and have decreased by 2% 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 $2,300, whereas a house costs $3,875. 1-bedroom apartments in Alexandria run $2,250 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,945.

Listings

Studio

$1,922

No Change

9%

1 bedroom

$2,216

No Change

1%

2 bedroom

$2,949

1%

1%

3 bedroom

$3,750

2%

3%

4 bedroom

$5,650

5%

2%

Studio

Average rent

$1,922

Last 30 days

No Change

Last year

9%

1 bedroom

Average rent

$2,216

Last 30 days

No Change

Last year

1%

2 bedroom

Average rent

$2,949

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

1%

3 bedroom

Average rent

$3,750

Last 30 days

2%

Last year

3%

4 bedroom

Average rent

$5,650

Last 30 days

5%

Last year

2%

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

Median rent price$2,595
increased by34%

higher than the national median

Median rent price$3,100
increased by61%

higher than the national median

Takeaway

The median rent for all rentals in Alexandria, VA is 16% lower than the median rent in Annandale, VA.

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 & Services8% higher
Groceries11% higher
Health11% higher
Housing72% higher
Transportation2% higher
Utilities6% lower

Discover rentals in Alexandria, VA

Bennington Crossings Apartment Homes - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.8

Very good

Bennington Crossings Apartment Homes

441 N Armistead St, Alexandria, VA 22312

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,239–$3,600

Apartment for rent

Brookdale at Mark Center Apartment Homes - Photo 1 of 1

20h ago

9.4

Excellent

Brookdale at Mark Center Apartment Homes

1400 N Beauregard St, Alexandria, VA 22311

Studio–2 beds

1 bath

$1,252–$2,982

Apartment for rent

Willow Run at Mark Center Apartment Homes - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.8

Very good

Willow Run at Mark Center Apartment Homes

935 N Van Dorn St, Alexandria, VA 22304

Studio–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,271–$4,058

Apartment for rent

Lynbrook at Mark Center Apartment Homes - Photo 1 of 1

20h ago

9.1

Excellent

Lynbrook at Mark Center Apartment Homes

5510 Ascot Ct, Alexandria, VA 22311

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,379–$3,667

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 $2,595 per month as of July 25, 2026.

Is rent up or down in Alexandria?

Average rent prices in Alexandria have increased by 2% over the last month and have decreased by 2% since last year.

How does Alexandria rent compare to the national average?

Rent in Alexandria is 34% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $665 more per month.

Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Alexandria?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Alexandria are Larchmont Village Apartments West ($1,726/mo), London Park Apartments ($2,049/mo), and Brookville Seminary Valley ($2,211/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?

Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Alexandria average around $2,260/month and two-bedrooms approximately $2,880/month.

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).

Apartments for rent in Alexandria